Pablo meets SAM: The Picasso Exhibit

It’s one of the biggest events in Seattle arts history.  Seattle Art Museum (SAM)’s exhibit, Picasso: Masterpieces from the Musée National Picasso, Paris includes iconic works from nearly every period of artistic legend Pablo Picasso (1881-1973). The Musée’s collection is the largest and considered the most important collection of Picasso’s work in the world.  SAM’s exhibit features more than 150 original pieces including nearly 75 paintings and sculptures, complemented by a selection of prints, drawings and photographs.  

The Musée Picasso’s holdings stand apart from other such collections because it’s made up of 3,000 works that Picasso kept for himself. The collection contains works from eras such as:  Blue Period, Rose Period, African art-inspired, Cubist, surrealist and classicizing, among others. Picasso’s muses, Marie-Thérèse Walter and Dora Maar, are also here. His eight-decade career spanned both World Wars, the Spanish Civil War, and the Korean War. Each conflict also made a presence in his work.

This exhibit first ran in Helsinki and Moscow, and Seattle has the honor of being the first of three American stops for the exhibit.  From here it moves to Richmond, Virginia, then to a final city to be determined before heading home.  The Musée National Picasso, Paris, opened in 1985 with the intent of giving a permanent home to Picasso’s collection. Housed in a converted 17th-century mansion in Paris’ Marais neighborhood, a number of problems arose including the ability to display only 300 works at a time. Whoops! The Musée closed in August 2009 for a massive renovation and is scheduled to reopen in early 2012. This makes the current SAM exhibit a once in a lifetime opportunity to view the works of a man who truly changed the art world, in our own backyard.  

SAM is located at 1300 First Avenue in downtown Seattle, and this exhibit runs from October 8, 2010 through January 17, 2011. In addition, SAM is coordinating a number of programs and collaborations among local institutions and organizations including the Seattle Symphony, Seattle Repertory Theater, Henry Art Gallery, Seattle Arts and Lectures and the University of Washington.  There’s also a wide variety of hotel packages and partnerships with restaurants and retailers throughout the city as well, which should also be fun for you and your guests to explore during the upcoming holiday season.  Hours, ticket ordering and more information are available at picassoinseattle.org or at seattleartmuseum.org .

Ten Twelve First – 1012 1st Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104

Status: Proposed: 2011
Neighborhood: Downtown

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DESCRIPTION

Ten Twelve 1st Avenue is downtown’s newest hotel/condominium high rise soaring 36 stories above street level & offering approximately 219 hotel suites & 25 exclusive luxury condominiums. Special pre-sale pricing! Be the first to own a 30th floor penthouse shell featuring 8000 SF of phenomenal unchartered views of the city & sound. The desirable 1st Avenue location, exquisite building design by Ismael Leyva Architects and limited presale opportunity is a one of a kind!

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Fischer Studio Building – 1519 3rd Ave., Seattle, WA 98101

Address: 1519 3rd Ave., Seattle, WA 98101
Neighborhood: Downtown

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DESCRIPTION

Vintage condo collector?  Good luck adding one of these to your collection considering the rarity of availability.  Located mid-block on the west side of Third Avenue between Pike and Pine Streets, this unique eight-story building was constructed in two phases; the first three floors were built in 1912 and the remaining stories were added in 1915. As completed it provided two retail spaces at the storefront level, 64 small studio and one-bedroom apartments on five floor levels and the upper two floor levels were taken up by an auditorium performance space. In 1974 the building interior was remodeled and converted to create condominium units. It now has a three-part vertical block façade composition and noteworthy Venetian-inspired architectural character. The reinforced concrete structure includes a foundation and basement and is entirely clad with ivory-color glazed terra cotta. The retail storefront level has been entirely remodeled.

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BUILDING DATA

• Year Built: 1912
• Number of Units: 29
• Number of Stories: 8
• Exterior: Cement/Concrete
• Parking: None
• Pets: No Restrictions
• H/O Dues Included: Cable TV, Central Hot Water, Garbage, Water/Sewer
• Common Property Features & Amenities: Cable TV, Disabled Access, Elevator, Laundry Room, Lobby Entrance, Security Gate

NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS

• Century Square
• International Cigars & Tobacco
• John Fluevog Shoes
• Macy’s
• McDonald’s
• Noc Noc
• Nordstrom Rack
• Olympic Deli
• Payless Shoe Source
• Radio Shack
• Shoe Pavilion
• Simple Life
• Triple Door
• Turf Restaurant and Lounge
• Walgreens

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Candela Hotel & Residences

Status: Proposed: 2012
Neighborhood: Downtown

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DESCRIPTION

Opening in 2012, Candela Hotel & Residences, Seattle will become an iconic part of the city skyline. Located in the heart of downtown at Second Avenue and Pike Street, this enviable location situates owners within one block of the world famous Pike Place Market and within an easy stroll of the waterfront, the Seattle Art Museum, Benaroya Hall, as well as numerous restaurants and retail shops.  Developed in partnership with Urban Visions, Seattle’s leader in sustainable real estate, the project brings together award winning architect Tom Kundig, and celebrated interior designer Clodagh, to create an environment of function, wellness and beauty. Enjoy luxury condominium living, a spa membership and the 5-star services of one of the most exciting luxury hotels to debut in the world.

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Millennium Tower – 715 2nd Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104

Address: 715 2nd Ave., Seattle, WA 98104
Neighborhood: Downtown

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DESCRIPTION

Located on 2nd Avenue in downtown, the Millennium Tower consists of nineteen residences and townhomes. Designed by Zimmer Gunsul Frasca Partnership and developed by Martin Smith Development Corporation, these exclusive homes range from 2,300 to almost 10,000 square feet. Originally listed as empty shells, the intention was for buyers to bring thier own architect. However, many homes have since then been designed by reknowned Olson Sundberg Kundig Allen Architects. The boutique address offers homeowners a unique sense of privacy and spectacular city, sound and mountain views.

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BUILDING DATA

• Year Built: 2000
• Number of Units: 19
• Number of Stories: 20
• Exterior:Concrete/Steel, Stone
• Parking: Common Garage
• Pets: Subj. to Restrictions
• H/O Dues Included: Cable TV, Earthquake Ins., Garbage, Water/Sewer
• Common Property Features & Amenities: Concierge, Disabled Access, Elevator, Fire Sprinklers, Lobby Entrance, Security Gate

NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS

• Bakeman’s Restaurant
• Bank of America
• City Soups
• Columbia Bank
• Georgio’s Subs
• Imo Asian Bistro
• King County Credit Union
• Le Crepe Cafe
• Luigi’s Grotto
• Metropolitan Grill
• Xplore Fitness
• Zaina

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Madison Tower – 1000 1st Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104

Address: 1000 1st Ave., Seattle, WA 98101
Neighborhood: Downtown

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DESCRIPTION

Madison Tower places you in the heart of Seattle’s vibrant downtown and waterfront districts. The Weber + Thompson 24-story high-rise features 47 luxury homes above Hotel 1000; a boutique hotel. Owner have the luxury of all the amenities the hotel offers… from room service and valet parking to private chef services, housekeeping services, and spa treatments. Floorplans range from 845 to 2300 square feet and original prices ranged from $545,000 to $2,250,000.

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BUILDING DATA

• Year Built: 2006
• Number of Units: 47
• Number of Stories: 24
• Exterior: Cement/Concrete
• Parking: Common Garage
• Pets: No Restrictions
• H/O Dues Included: Cable TV, Garbage, Water/Sewer
• Common Property Features & Amenities: Business Center, Cable TV, Concierge, Elevator, Exercise Room, Rooftop Deck, Spa, Virtual Golf

NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS

• Alexis Hotel
• Arundel Books
• Aveda Salon
• Bookstore Bar & Cafe
• Greg Davidson Antique Lighting
• Legacy Ltd
• Parfumerie Nasreen
• Scandia Jewelers
• Taboo Video
• Watson Kennedy Fine Home

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98 Union – 98 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101

Address: 98 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101
Neighborhood: Downtown

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DESCRIPTION

Designed by Olson Sundberg Kundig Allen Architects, 98 Union is located near Pike Place Market on 1st Avenue. The development was previously known as South Arcade Condominiums because of it’s attached location to the South Arcade entrance into the market. The locaiton is also just a short distance from the Seattle Art Museum, Benaroya Hall and Westlake Center. Floorplans are generous in size and most western facing units have spectacular sound views.

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BUILDING DATA

• Year Built: 1985
• Number of Units: 76
• Number of Stories: 13
• Exterior: Stucco
• Parking: Common Garage
• Pets: Subj to Restrictions
• H/O Dues Included: Cable TV, Central Hot Water, Earthquake Ins., Garbage, Water/Sewer
• Common Property Features & Amenities: Cable TV, Concierge, Disabled Access, Elevator, Exercise Room, Fire Sprinklers, Lobby Entrance, Security Gate

NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS

• Benaroya Music Hall
• Goldmine Jewelry
• Islander Restaurant
• Merry Tails
• Northwest Tribal Art
• Pike Place Market
• The Purple Cafe
• Rocky Mtn Chocolate Factory
• Seattle Art Museum
• Triple Door
• Tully’s Coffee
• Westlake Mall

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Four Seasons Private Residences – 99 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101

Address: 99 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101
Neighborhood: Downtown

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DESCRIPTION

Known around the globe for it’s dedication to continuous innovation and high standards in hospitality, Seattle’s Four Seasons Hotel and Residences is located on 1st Avenue just one block south of Pike Place Market. The Four Seasons was originally located at The Olympic Hotel in downtown Seattle until 2003. In 2004, The Seattle Hotel Group LLC secured it’s new location to bring the Four Season’s back to Seattle which now offers expansive views of Elliott Bay, the Olympic Mountains and downtown. Original prices ranged from $2 million to over $10 million and floorplans range from 1,019 square feet to over 5,600. Made possible by Lease Crutcher Lewis Construction, NBBJ Architects, Susan Marinello Interiors and Brayton + Hughes Design Studios, 20 out of 29 available presale homes were already purchased by April 2007. Condominiums will be on levels 11 through 21 and feature luxurious finishes, Miele & Sub-Zero appliances, Dornbracht fixtures and world class amenities such as valet parking, room service and private concierge.

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BUILDING DATA

• Year Built: 2008
• Number of Units: 36
• Number of Stories: 21
• Exterior: Cement/Concrete, Metal/Vinyl
• Parking: Common Garage
• Pets: Subj to Restrictions
• H/O Dues Included:
• Common Property Features & Amenities: Cable TV, Concierge, Disabled Access, Elevator, Exercise Room, Fire Sprinklers, Hot Tub, Lobby Entrance, Pool-Outdoor, Valet

NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS

• Benaroya Music Hall
• Friesen Gallery
• Harbor Steps North
• Ipanema Brazilian Grill
• Kimzey Miller Gallery
• Las Margaritas
• Liquor Store
• McCormick & Schmick’s
• Pike Place Market South Arcade
• Seattle Art Museum
• Showbox Theater
• Starbucks
• The Brooklyn
• The Islander Restaurant
• Troiani
• Vetri
• Wyland Galleries Northwest

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Market Court – 2030 Western Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121

Address: 2030 Western Ave., Seattle, WA 98121
Neighborhood: Downtown

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Due to it’s location in the heart of Pike Place Market, an eclectic collection of nearby restaurants and boutique shops you’ll rarely see an available listing at Market Court. Units have 10′ ceilings and most floorplans are over 1,000 square feet. The 7-story low-rise community also features a lushly landscaped, award-winning “secrete garden” known only to residents. Units have oversized windows making them well-lit, and many homes also have private patios with views of the market and Puget Sound.

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BUILDING DATA

• Year Built: 1989
• Number of Units: 69
• Number of Stories: 7
• Exterior: Stucco
• Parking: Common Garage
• Pets: No Restrictions
• H/O Dues Included: Cable TV, Central Hot Water, Earthquake Ins., Garbage, Water/Sewer
• Common Property Features & Amenities: Cable TV, Concierge, Disabled Access, Elevator, Fire Sprinklers, Lobby Entrance, Outdoor Terrace, Outside Entry, Security Gate

NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS

• Chocolate & Ice Cream Delight
• Cost Plus Imports
• Elliott Bay Bicycles
• Etta’s Seafood
• Gian Decaro Sartoria
• J. Gilbert Footwear
• Margaret O’Leary
• Ottica Seattle
• Phoenix Rising Gallery
• Pike & Western Wine Shop
• Pike Place Market
• Seattle Athletic Club
• Tully’s Coffee
• Twilight Martini Lounge

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*Data is deemed to be reliable, but not guaranteed. In some cases, number of units may include commercial and residential spaces and/or height may or may not include a 13th floor.