Downtown Bellevue’s PetSmart, a staple for pet products, services, and small animals, is set to close its doors for good. Located at 100 108th Avenue Northeast, the store’s final day of operation will be Sunday, February 8, according to an employee. PetSmart has been part of the Bellevue community since […]
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Luxury Bed Store Hästens to Open First WA Location in Bellevue
Hästens, the Swedish family-owned company known for its high-end mattresses, bedding, and pillows, is set to open its first location in Washington State. The store will be located in Downtown Bellevue at 188 Bellevue Way NE, Suite #5, in the retail space at One88 condominiums. The opening is scheduled for […]
Upgrade Labs Brings Biohacking to Bellevue
Upgrade Labs, founded by Dave Asprey, the “Father of Biohacking,” opened in Bellevue in December 2024. Located at 909 112th Ave NE in the Elements Apartments, the facility offers advanced technology to improve health, performance, and recovery. Asprey, also known for creating Bulletproof Coffee, designed Upgrade Labs to make high-tech […]
Barnes & Noble Now Open at Bellevue Square
Barnes & Noble has officially opened its doors at Bellevue Square. The new store, located at 1140 Bellevue Square on the first floor, occupies the former Z Gallerie space, next to Gap and Foot Locker and directly below Zara. The opening marks the return of Barnes & Noble to Bellevue […]
First Bassett Furniture Showroom Opens in Bellevue
Seldens, a family-owned business with a history in home furnishings, has opened its First Bassett showroom in Bellevue. This expansion brings the family’s presence in the region to two showrooms, with the other located in Tacoma, plus two Summer House outdoor furniture showrooms, and three Seldens showrooms. The new Bellevue […]
Lunar New Year Celebrations at The Bellevue Collection: Year of the Snake
The Bellevue Collection is celebrating Lunar New Year, marking the start of the Year of the Snake. This holiday begins with the first new moon of the lunar calendar and is observed by many Asian communities, including Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese. The 12-year cycle of the zodiac associates each year […]
Salt & Straw Ice Cream Shop Cancels Plans for Avenue Bellevue Location
Salt & Straw, the popular ice cream shop with a large following, has pulled out of Avenue Bellevue, the two-tower luxury development located at Northeast 8th Street. According to a report from Puget Sound Business Journal, although they will no longer be leasing space at Avenue, they continue to search […]
Top 10 Articles of 2024 on Downtown Bellevue Network
In 2024, Downtown Bellevue experienced significant developments and events that influenced its growth and activity. From celebrity stories to major business changes, these articles highlight important moments in the city. Here is a summary of the top 10 articles that captured public interest this year. 1. Taylor Swift Announces December […]
Notable Downtown Bellevue Projects Completed in 2024
Several significant developments have reached completion in downtown Bellevue in 2024, contributing to the area’s growth and transformation. These projects include a mix of luxury hotels, public transit upgrades, new dining destinations, and unique community living concepts. Below is a breakdown of the most notable projects that opened in Bellevue […]
Apparel Brand TravisMathew to Open Bellevue Square Store
TravisMathew, the popular California-inspired apparel brand, is set to open a new store at Bellevue Square. According to a building application submitted to the City of Bellevue, the new store will take over the space previously occupied by Timberland on the second floor. The retail space is 2,925 square feet […]