SEATTLE – The Jack, Seattle’s only commercial real estate development under construction along the new waterfront, reached a major milestone. Seattle-based real estate developer Urban Visions celebrated completion of The Jack’s rooftop with a topping out ceremony, marking the end of structural construction and the start of exterior finishings and interior work.
“We look forward to opening The Jack in 2023 along Seattle’s newly designed pedestrian friendly waterfront,” said Greg Smith, Urban Visions founder and CEO. “Urban Visions is committed to creating iconic spaces that reflect the region’s values while providing the kind of workspaces that foster innovation, collaboration and community, and The Jack is just that.”
Designed by world-renowned architect Olson Kundig and built by JTM Construction, The Jack expertly melds inspiration from nearby historic buildings with forward-thinking office amenities that aim to meet the needs of the workforce of today and beyond.
“I’ve always thought of The Jack as less revolutionary and more evolutionary,” said Tom Kundig, FAIA, RIBA, Design Principal. “My hope is that at the end of the day, it will feel like a smart, sensitive new building in a great, old neighborhood.”
The Jack’s modern features include WiredScore, WELL Building, LEED, Salmon-Safe and SEAM certifications, demonstrating Urban Vision’s dedication to creating sustainable and healthy workplaces that benefit people, the environment and society. The Jack’s 16,000-square-foot rooftop deck provides expansive Puget Sound views as well as Downtown and Stadium District prospects.
The Jack’s waterfront foreground offers direct access to open space, beach and a newly created habitat shelf. In addition, the building’s locale will provide access to nearby restaurants, shops and regional transportation hubs like light rail, commuter rail, water taxi, bus and major highways and freeways.
The Jack is located at 74 S Jackson St. The 8-story building is scheduled for completion in Q2 2023.
About Urban Visions
Urban Visions is a Seattle-based, privately-owned real estate development firm applying innovative, sustainable approaches to promote smart growth and transformational place-making in the Puget Sound region. Urban Vision’s guiding principles are based on the philosophy that urban areas are engines for growth and positive social change.
About Olson Kundig
Now in its sixth decade of practice, Olson Kundig is a collaborative design practice whose work includes private and multi-family residential, commercial and mixed-use design (including wineries and sports facilities), cultural and museum projects, exhibition design, hospitality projects, places of worship, interior design, product design and landscape design. With offices in Seattle and New York City, the firm and its team of over 250 work with clients around the world.
ABOUT JTM CONSTRUCTION
JTM Construction provides preconstruction, self-perform work, and construction management. Established in 2005, JTM creates long-term client relationships and is committed to operating with integrity in everything we do. Our leadership and project teams are actively involved in preconstruction, ensuring a seamless transition into construction and setting up every project for success. We are a team of passionate and energetic builders. JTM’s experience and team structure allow us to tailor solutions to complex projects of all types: large, small, and unique, scaling up or down as necessary to meet our client’s needs. We regard all who we work with as our partners. We are OneJTM.
