Tacoma, Washington

The existing 1.29-acre lot is located at 1179 Dock Street, and is elongated and included an old dock structure. The building will rise five stories, and the units will be either one- or two-bedrooms. The condos will range in size from about 1,000 to 3,500 square feet. 26 parking spaces, as well as three, 570 square feet commercial and retail spaces–created from converted cargo containers–are currently part of the plans. The lofts will also feature live/work capabilities, with large floor plans and minimalist designs. 

At the roof level, a “wheelhouse” will allow residents to host gatherings, while full length balconies will wrap all lofts. Residents will also have access to a chef’s kitchen and pantry room with wine storage, as well as guest and customer mooring.

The project, inspired by Tacoma’s history and position on the Thea Foss Waterway, will be a “mash-up” of a cargo ship, cruise liner, and mega yacht in its design. Its design will seek to tie together the bridges on both sides of the site, local art museums, as well as the region’s shipping industry.