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June 17, 2024

Redmond Senior & Community Center

By JOURNAL STAFF

Exterior images courtesy of the city of Redmond [enlarge]


The new 52,000-square-foot Redmond Senior & Community Center, located at 8703 160th Ave. N.E., combines dedicated areas for senior adults with spaces for all community members to foster connections and activities across generations.

The center boasts a lounge and library dedicated specifically for seniors, a multipurpose community room with a commercial kitchen, fitness areas, locker rooms, classrooms, meeting spaces, and a gymnasium with an elevated indoor walk/jog track. Redmond’s youngest residents have access to a dedicated Kids Zone.

Sustainable design features include mass plywood panels built with wood products sourced from climate-resilient forestry, air-source heat pumps for efficient heating and cooling, all-electric building systems, and a 156 kW solar photovoltaic system to generate clean energy.

Inspired by the nearby Sammamish River, the center’s design employs biophilic architecture to connect visitors with nature. Expansive wooden elements are exposed in the interior and exterior to create a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Public art celebrates Redmond’s culture, history and diversity, including a multi-story mural visible in the entryway.

Owner/developer: City of Redmond

Architects: Opsis Architecture & Johnston Architects

General contractor: Absher Construction

Mass timber subcontractor: Carpentry Plus

Mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineer: PAE

Structural engineer: Lund Opsahl

Mass plywood panel manufacturer: Freres Engineered Wood



Interior photos by Carpentry Plus







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