New Construction for a Mixed-Use Building
Lucille on Roosevelt
Dense city-dwelling designed with the resident and developer in mind.
Sited just blocks north of the University District in Seattle, the Lucille on Roosevelt is a new mixed-use development featuring 106 residential units above more than 3,500 square feet of commercial space.
The project activates the northern blocks of the Roosevelt commercial corridor with increased density and street-facing commercial spaces including a new location for Armistice Coffee serving both coffee and cocktails, and Seven Starlings Workloft, a coworking amenity space for the building’s residents and the local community.
The building concept is structured around an interior alleyway, granting pedestrians a dynamic experience while passing through on their way to the future Roosevelt light rail station, the bus stop, and the various cultural activities the Roosevelt neighborhood has to offer.
This is a milestone project for Board & Vellum, as it was the first to integrate our architecture, interior design, and landscape architecture studios all on one project.
Complimentary Materials & Plenty of Glass
The three masses of the building are each clad in a different material, creating a balance of three textural finishes, paired with the reflections off plentiful windows. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Meghan Montgomery.
Complimentary Materials & Plenty of Glass
The three masses of the building are each clad in a different material, creating a balance of three textural finishes, paired with the reflections off plentiful windows. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Meghan Montgomery.
Trees Above & Below
Viewed from an adjacent building, the Lucille rises above the growing street trees below. On the rooftop, as the new trees grow taller, they will peek more and more off the top of the building. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Meghan Montgomery.
Trees Above & Below
Viewed from an adjacent building, the Lucille rises above the growing street trees below. On the rooftop, as the new trees grow taller, they will peek more and more off the top of the building. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Meghan Montgomery.
Floor-to-Ceiling Windows
With expansive windows, the apartments are flooded with daylight, and the building glows in that golden hour light. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Meghan Montgomery.
Floor-to-Ceiling Windows
With expansive windows, the apartments are flooded with daylight, and the building glows in that golden hour light. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Meghan Montgomery.
Mixing Textures
On adjacent forms of the building, metal siding with a clean, linear pattern highlights the building’s verticality, offset by the rough, granular texture of brick. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Meghan Montgomery.
Mixing Textures
On adjacent forms of the building, metal siding with a clean, linear pattern highlights the building’s verticality, offset by the rough, granular texture of brick. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Meghan Montgomery.
Lucille on Roosevelt
Glowing in the night light, the new mixed-use building features 106 apartments and 3,500 square feet of commercial space, a block from the future light rail station. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Meghan Montgomery.
Lucille on Roosevelt
Glowing in the night light, the new mixed-use building features 106 apartments and 3,500 square feet of commercial space, a block from the future light rail station. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Meghan Montgomery.
Roosevelt’s New Corner
Rising six stories, the Lucille helps shape the street along the Roosevelt business corridor. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Roosevelt’s New Corner
Rising six stories, the Lucille helps shape the street along the Roosevelt business corridor. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Café Tables
The entrance to the lobby passageway near Armistice Coffee is lined with café tables for additional seating for coffee shop clientele or building residents. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Café Tables
The entrance to the lobby passageway near Armistice Coffee is lined with café tables for additional seating for coffee shop clientele or building residents. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
68th Street Façade
Along the side street, the façade steps back at the top floor, and the white siding melts into the Seattle sky. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Meghan Montgomery.
68th Street Façade
Along the side street, the façade steps back at the top floor, and the white siding melts into the Seattle sky. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Meghan Montgomery.
A Pedestrian-Friendly Corner
Pedestrian traffic is sheltered from the street, flanked by generous plantings, benches, and bike racks. Lucille on Roosevelt | Armistice Coffee & Cocktails | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
A Pedestrian-Friendly Corner
Pedestrian traffic is sheltered from the street, flanked by generous plantings, benches, and bike racks. Lucille on Roosevelt | Armistice Coffee & Cocktails | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
A Raised Patio for Sheltered Outdoor Seating
At one end of the interior passageway, a raised, open-air seating area extends from the interior café space. Lucille on Roosevelt | Armistice Coffee & Cocktails | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
A Raised Patio for Sheltered Outdoor Seating
At one end of the interior passageway, a raised, open-air seating area extends from the interior café space. Lucille on Roosevelt | Armistice Coffee & Cocktails | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Lobby Signage
Accented with a chevron tile pattern at its foot, the building’s logo features prominently at a juncture in the lobby passageway. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Lobby Signage
Accented with a chevron tile pattern at its foot, the building’s logo features prominently at a juncture in the lobby passageway. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Seating in the Passageway
A cushioned, leather-clad banquette offers a spot to relax and people-watch from a semi-public vantage point. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Seating in the Passageway
A cushioned, leather-clad banquette offers a spot to relax and people-watch from a semi-public vantage point. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Staying Cozy & Dry
With radiant heaters above when needed, the lobby passageway is the perfect spot to wait for your friends, or even stay a while. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Staying Cozy & Dry
With radiant heaters above when needed, the lobby passageway is the perfect spot to wait for your friends, or even stay a while. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Fire Flickering With Stars Above
Though presented in the squared-off shapes and forms of the city, the flicker of flames from the linear fireplace accented by a star-like custom light installation, evokes the feel of sitting by a fire in the woods with the night sky twinkling above. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Fire Flickering With Stars Above
Though presented in the squared-off shapes and forms of the city, the flicker of flames from the linear fireplace accented by a star-like custom light installation, evokes the feel of sitting by a fire in the woods with the night sky twinkling above. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
A Light Installation Drawing You In
A custom light installation (Loci, by Graypants) catches the eye of passersby, welcoming them into the passageway. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
A Light Installation Drawing You In
A custom light installation (Loci, by Graypants) catches the eye of passersby, welcoming them into the passageway. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Corridor Design & Unit Entries
Apartment entries feature eye-catching blue doors with wood accents and sconces at each unit. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Corridor Design & Unit Entries
Apartment entries feature eye-catching blue doors with wood accents and sconces at each unit. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Regional Mural Map
A deep blue map of the area is a soothing accent wall behind café tables in the club room. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Regional Mural Map
A deep blue map of the area is a soothing accent wall behind café tables in the club room. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Club Room Amenity Space
The Lucille’s club room features kitchen, dining, and sitting areas. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Club Room Amenity Space
The Lucille’s club room features kitchen, dining, and sitting areas. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Double-Height Club Room
With its double-height space, not only does the club room have direct roof access, but it is flooded with natural light from four sides. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Double-Height Club Room
With its double-height space, not only does the club room have direct roof access, but it is flooded with natural light from four sides. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Statement Stair
Formed of heavy timber, the club room stair to the roof top anchors the space. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Statement Stair
Formed of heavy timber, the club room stair to the roof top anchors the space. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Seating Nook
As a communal space, the club room is composed of several smaller zones so more than one group of residents can feel natural sharing the space at once. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Seating Nook
As a communal space, the club room is composed of several smaller zones so more than one group of residents can feel natural sharing the space at once. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
A Fire Pit Anchor in a Gathering Space
A linear gas fire pit sits off-center in a rooftop seating node, allowing residents to adjust their distance from the warmth, and gather in large or small groups. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
A Fire Pit Anchor in a Gathering Space
A linear gas fire pit sits off-center in a rooftop seating node, allowing residents to adjust their distance from the warmth, and gather in large or small groups. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Club Room Penthouse
Just below the rooftop level, the club room amenity space is flooded with light from its penthouse, offering direct access to the rooftop via a statement staircase. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Club Room Penthouse
Just below the rooftop level, the club room amenity space is flooded with light from its penthouse, offering direct access to the rooftop via a statement staircase. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Layered Planting
Lush with texture and color, deep raised beds accommodate a variety of layered plantings and trees not commonly experienced in rooftop settings. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Layered Planting
Lush with texture and color, deep raised beds accommodate a variety of layered plantings and trees not commonly experienced in rooftop settings. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Semi-Rustic Nostalgia
The interior of the “glamping” tent is populated with comfy seating and decor with a vintage-camping feel. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Semi-Rustic Nostalgia
The interior of the “glamping” tent is populated with comfy seating and decor with a vintage-camping feel. Lucille on Roosevelt | Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Recognition
The rooftop garden at the Lucille on Roosevelt was honored as a Gray Awards Finalist an outstanding example of residential landscape design.
Notes & Credits
Architecture, interior design, and landscape architecture by Board & Vellum.
This project was built by W.G. Clark.
Loci lighting installation in the lobby passageway by Graypants.
Lighting design consultation by Luminous NW.
Photography by Andrew Giammarco and Meghan Montgomery.
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