The biggest project to date for Landmark, The Standard is impressively scaled and prominently situated on the hill in Seattle’s University District. Comprised of two towers and one mid-rise, The Standard at Seattle is located immediately adjacent to the University of Washington campus. As the only high-rise towers in the hilltop neighborhood, it can be seen from all over Seattle. Yet up close on a human scale, The Standard is approachable. The neighborhood is characterized by an eclectic style and an abundance of art, allowing us to pursue a broad design language for the project. The two high rise towers feature dark blue panels that shift tones throughout the day. There’s a visual conversation from one tower to another. Caught between the two, the hybrid CLT (cross-laminated timber) mid-rise beckons pedestrians with a warm, exposed-wood “jewel” accent piece – the visual heart of the project. Utilizing CLT construction allowed us to achieve a higher ceiling within the building, with greater efficiency, durability, and beauty than other construction methods. Ultimately, The Standard serves as an extraverted, welcoming expression of what’s possible with dense student housing in the heart of a city.