Plans continue to move forward for a new high-rise development at the former Sushi Maru restaurant property in downtown Bellevue. Recent filings with the City of Bellevue show that the developer behind the proposed 205 Tower project has applied for a design variance related to the building’s ground-floor commercial space. […]
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Elon Musk’s xAI Expands to Downtown Bellevue with New Office Lease
Artificial intelligence and social media company xAI has recently leased office space in Downtown Bellevue, according to City of Bellevue permit records, marking another high-profile tech tenant for the city’s growing business district. Founded by Elon Musk in 2023, xAI leased one full floor at Lincoln Square South, totaling just […]
Amazon Files Permits to Restart Work on Bellevue Office Towers
Amazon has recently filed permits with the City of Bellevue to move forward with several remaining office tower projects, signaling renewed construction activity tied to the company’s continued presence in the city. The permits cover multiple developments, including Tower 1 at Bellevue 600, located at 633 110th Ave. NE, as […]
Meydenbauer Bay Park Expansion Update: What’s Next
The City of Bellevue is moving forward with Stage 2 of the Meydenbauer Bay Park expansion project, with construction currently expected to begin in late 2029. According to a representative from the city’s Parks & Community Services department, the project continues to proceed smoothly and remains on schedule. The city […]
Bellevue Plans World Cup Activations as 15,000 Visitors Are Expected in City
The City of Bellevue recently hosted an information session at Bellevue City Hall outlining its plans to activate light rail stations and surrounding neighborhoods during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will take place from June 11 through July 19. The meeting was led by Jesse Canedo, the City’s Economic […]
Mo Malakoutian Elected Bellevue Mayor
The Bellevue City Council elected Mo Malakoutian as the city’s new mayor on January 6, 2026, with Dave Hamilton selected as deputy mayor for the 2026–2027 term. Malakoutian, who has served on the council since 2024, succeeds Lynne Robinson, who held the mayor’s office for several years. Malakoutian will lead […]
12-Story Office Tower Proposed for Bellevue’s Washington Square Superblock
Bevel, a new 12-story office building, is currently under design review with the City of Bellevue, located at 870 106th Avenue NE. Project applicants are requesting Design Review approval for Phase 1 of the previously approved Washington Square Master Development Project. The proposal includes a 304,590-square-foot office tower that would […]
Rolex Files Permits for New Bellevue Boutique at The Bravern
Rolex has filed permits with the City of Bellevue to open a new location at The Shops at The Bravern, according to city records. The proposed store would be located in the space formerly occupied by Wolford, a luxury women’s lingerie brand, on the main level of the shopping center. […]
Major 9-Acre Development Planned for Bellevue’s BelRed Area
A major redevelopment has been proposed for a nearly nine-acre site in Bellevue’s BelRed neighborhood. The project, called the BelRed Master Plan, covers multiple parcels centered at 13201 NE Spring Boulevard, as well as nearby addresses along 134th Avenue NE, 132nd Avenue NE, and Bellevue-Redmond Road. According to a Notice […]
Filings Show Amazon Moving to Resume Artise Tower Build-Out
City of Bellevue records show that Amazon is resuming interior build-out work on The Artise, a 25-story office tower in Downtown Bellevue that had been paused for more than a year. Permit applications for renovations at the 611,000-square-foot tower at 788 106th Avenue NE were submitted beginning in September, signaling […]










