According to a statement released by Governor Inslee, greater measures are being taken to protect against COVID-19. “Given the explosion of COVID-19 in our state and globally, I will sign a statewide emergency proclamation tomorrow to temporarily shut down restaurants, bars and entertainment and recreational facilities.” Moving forward, restaurants […]
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Bellevue Square Modifies Operating Hours, Plus Other Bellevue Businesses Temporarily Close
In an effort to slow the spread of Coronavirus and create social distancing, daily life has been affected and limited consumers routines. The Bellevue Collection tenants are following the recommendations from the CDC and King County Health Department and modifying their hours. Bellevue Square, Lincoln Square North and Lincoln Square […]
Coronavirus Has Big Impact on Local Bellevue Businesses and Organizations
The Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has taken a big toll on all business in the Puget Sound region. Many companies that have an Eastside presence including Microsoft, Amazon, Google and others have encouraged their employees to work from home during the virus’ outbreak. This has had downstream impacts to the local […]
Vulcan Breaks Ground on Mixed-Use Office Tower on 108th
The City of Bellevue recently confirmed that Vulcan Real Estate has broken ground on their project located on 108th. The city lists the property as being under construction at 555 108th Avenue Northeast. The tower will total 45 stories. The office space will be 839,500 square feet, retail space will be […]
Architectural Digest Names Bellevue Restaurant One of Most Romantic Restaurants in World
Architectural Digest surveyed the Most Romantic Restaurants in the World and on their list was Ascend Prime Steak & Sushi, the only restaurant to be named in the Pacific Northwest. There were a total of 16 named to this list throughout the world. Architectural Digest is based in New York […]
Performing Arts Center Eastside CEO Resigns
According to an announcement from Performing Arts Center Eastside (PACE), their CEO, Ray Cullom resigned before the end of 2019. Ray was hired as CEO in the spring of 2018. He joined the organization with over 20 years of experience in the commercial and not-for-profit arts industry. The Tateuchi Center […]
Top 10 Downtown Bellevue Network Articles for 2019
If 2018 was the year of restaurant openings, 2019 was the year of high profile restaurant closures. Additionally, the year has brought promise for new entertainment options, including Forum Social House that was announced mid-year, and opened in mid-December. On the real estate front, Amazon has brought big headlines in […]
Bravern Office Buildings Sell for $585M
According to public records, the office towers and garage at The Bravern were recently sold for $585 million. The buildings are located at 11025 and 11155 Northeast Eighth Street. Bravern Bellevue LLC sold the towers to Invesco, an investment management company. Bravern Bellevue LLC purchased the office towers from Schnitzer […]
Seattle Times Article Depicts Transportation Impact of New Workers in Bellevue
The Seattle Times recently wrote an in-depth report on the state of transportation in Bellevue. The article states how the City has traditionally been known for easy driving and with the ongoing building boom, it is forcing the City to rethink and focus on how people get around. According to […]
Progress on East Link Light Rail Tunnels Documented
Construction is more than halfway finished on the East Link Light Rail, according to Sound Transit. The project is slated to reach completion in 2023. East Link’s progress has recently been documented. The inside of the light rail tunnel under downtown leading to the Bellevue Downtown Station is currently being […]