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  • Mixed-Use

Lakefront Blocks

At the Lake's Edge

Lakefront Blocks is a mixed-use development that combines class-A office space, luxury residential units, and retail spaces. The design evokes the rich history of Seattle’s working waterfront while incorporating modern and sustainable features.

The four office buildings are designed to resemble piers, stacked lumber palettes, and shipping containers, while the Helm and Mera residential towers feature curved facades that reference a ship’s sails. Residences offer unobstructed views of Lake Union and feature luxury amenities such as rooftop decks and outdoor kitchens. Open plazas at each major intersection provide opportunities to engage with street-level retail and pedestrian amenities, while also reducing stormwater runoff through sustainable landscaping techniques.

With direct access to downtown via the Seattle Streetcar, and across the street from Lake Union Park and Lake Union Piers, Lakefront Blocks creates a walkable connection between recreational and commercial areas for workers, residents, and visitors.

Sustainability LEED Gold & Salmon-Safe Certified
Architect Graphite Design Group (Comm.) & Runberg Architecture Group (Resi.)
Contractor GLY Construction
Public Artwork The Wanderer by SuttonBeresCuller

Project Status

Completed 2019
Commercial Bldgs Sold 2022

Leasing Availability

  • Residential

By the Numbers

623k
Office SF
12.5k
Retail SF
149
Apartment Homes

Shore to City

Lakefront Blocks is designed to be a highly functional mixed-use space with office, retail, and residential. The scenic location on Lake Union makes it the perfect setting from which to enjoy nearby recreation, cultural, and entertainment offerings.

Helm residential tower at night
Helm community room
Helm living room
Lakefront Blocks buildings along Mercer
Mera tower
Lakefront Blocks thru block
Retail entrance at Lakefront Blocks
Lakefront Blocks at night with Streetcar
Google entrance at Lakefront Blocks
Street between Lakefront Blocks buildings
Mera kitchen
Mera rooftop deck & view

An eye for detail

Project Features

*In select homes
  • Four building, mixed-use campus
  • Unobstructed views of Lake Union
  • Across the street from Lake Union Park
  • Adjacent to the Seattle Streetcar
  • Quick access to I-5, SR 99, SR 520
  • Lobby lounge
  • Fitness center
  • Pet relief area
  • Roof deck and community lounge
  • Self-service package lockers with text notifications

Home Features

  • Luxury hardwood-style floors
  • Solar shades
  • Central air conditioning
  • Polished quartz countertops and backsplashes
  • KitchenAid stainless steel appliances
  • Decks*
  • Unobstructed views of Lake Union*
  • City and Space Needle views*

See what else makes Lakefront Blocks notable

google building at night with light rail
Featured News

Google's Seattle Waterfront Campus Sells for Record Price

“The strong interest we received in the property is testament to the enduring quality of this institutional-grade investment,” said Ada Healey, Vulcan’s chief real estate officer, in a statement, calling the property “truly one of South Lake Union’s trophy assets.”

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