Built on a pier at the Carr Street Landing, this 94-unit hotel was strategically positioned to take advantage of the view along Tacoma’s waterfront. Key challenges facing its design were the neighborhood's opposition to the development of any structure on the waterfront, and the sensitive nature of design and construction required amidst a waterfront habitat.

KDW coordinated all land use and environmental issues with the developer, and involvd the neighboring community closely throughout all design phases. The resulting program was sensitive to the neighborhood's wishes, provided the least negative impact to the waterfront area, and created an enhanced waterfront recreation area for guests and the neighborhood alike -- all while providing lodging with excellent accessibility to downtown.