Seattle Mag
Can Washington’s Solar Boom Survive the Legislative Stalemate?
Financial incentives are driving locals to install rooftop solar. But an expiring state tax break could halt the growth.
Ikea’s new solar installation, which will produce enough energy to power 131 homes, is evidence that solar is viable in Seattle
UW Students Pack New Presidential Power Course in Trump Era
President Trump's executive orders sparked a wildly popular University of Washington class.
UW Law School Professor Kathryn A. Watts (left) and Associate Dean Sanne H. Knudsen weren’t too surprised by the interest in their new class on presidential power. More and more, presidents have used the executive order to sidestep congressional gridlock
Old House, New Digs: Fort Lawton Homes Undergo Historic Renovations
sponsored by Fort Lawton Established in 1900, the iconic homes of Officer’s Row offer a once-in-a-lifetime chance to live in the beautiful 534-acre oasis that is Discovery Park, a modern sanctuary just 15 minutes from downtown Seattle. The authentic sense of community surrounding a small circle of homeowners provides rare views and endless outdoor recreation…
Investment Alert: 9 Spectacular Homes in Suncadia, WA
Sponsored by Suncadia Suncadia is not just a fantastic resort for vacations, it’s also the perfect place for a second home. With three championship golf courses, 40 miles of hiking and biking trails, plus pools, parks, restaurants and spa, Suncadia offers a revitalizing, peaceful getaway in stunning surroundings. And because it’s only 80 miles from…
L’Oursin Takes Root in the Central District
A French seafood bistro inspired by the cafes of Paris knows what it's doing
From a diner’s perspective, the only evidence that L’Oursin chef/owner JJ Proville and his team didn’t hire expensive professional designers to create his Central District restaurant’s interior is the fact that it doesn’t mirror the trends found in other new restaurants. It’s still lovely, to be sure. Instead, he says, the aesthetic—more brass chairs and…
City Council’s Lorena Gonzalez Proposes Paid Family Leave for Private Employees
Earlier this year, the city council adopted legislation guaranteeing 12 weeks of paid parental leave to City of Seattle employees, but expanding family leave to private employees is proving more controversial
The numbers are stark. According to a survey conducted for the City of Seattle by Maggie Simich of Patinkin Research, a Portland-based consulting firm, 41 percent of Seattle residents lack access to paid parental leave. Half of all companies offer no paid parental leave at all. Workers in the lowest-paying industries, such as restaurant workers,…
