Created by AIA Seattle, Seattle Architecture Foundation, Seattle Design Festival, and AIA Washington Council, the Center has been Seattle’s premier public space for exhibitions, discussions, and professional exchange on architecture and design.
Like all organizations, the partners in the Center have adjusted in the past few years to new ways of collaborating and convening community. Covid did have many silver linings, including an opportunity to lean into the strength of relationships among Center partners rather than viewing partnership linked to a shared physical space. In recent years and looking ahead, the expense of the shared space has continued to increase disproportionately to its use. The partner organizations have thoughtfully considered the shifting ways our community engages and have decided not to renew the lease on 1010 Western when it expires after 10 years of occupancy in 2025.
Between now and the end of the lease, partner organizations will continue to fully leverage the space in support of our AEC community, while we each explore options for next steps after the end of the lease. We will continue to keep you updated on what path each organization will take and encourage you to continue to engage as a valued partner in our community.