First Light Tower

The newest premium residential tower in Seattle is now open at the First Light Tower in Belltown. This 48-story mixed-use tower features retail, office, condominium and amenities.

The concrete framed building was developed by Westbank and designed by MG2 (architect) and Glotman Simpson (structural).

The rooftop pool is the city’s first cantilevering skypool, which is 25 meters and extends out over the streetscape below. It is an incredible location for views, a swim, or a photoshoot with a McLaren Elva.

We are incredibly thankful to have Ehsan Dezhdar, Senior Associate with Glotman Simpson, join us from Vancouver to give an in-depth look at this elegant new Seattle landmark.

Cost:

Students: $40

SEAW Member: $60

Non-Member: $70

Registration closed on March 16, 2026. Please email info@seaw.org to see if we have any spots available.

Join us for a PE Civil: Structural Seminar after work on March 26th at 5:15 PM. We’ll cover how to sign up for the exam, strategies for studying, helpful tips and tricks, and what to expect after the exam—including the process of applying for licensure.

We’ll also have a panel of SEAW YMG members who have passed the PE exam, giving you the chance to ask questions and hear about their experiences—so come prepared!

This is a free event, and food and drinks will be provided.

Announcing the inaugural SEAW Seattle Awards Program (SEAW SA)! This will be an annual event that celebrates the significant structural engineering achievements of its members. Members of the SEAW Seattle Chapter are encouraged to submit eligible projects to the annual SEAW SA program for consideration.

To submit your application, please press 'Register' at the adjacent link. Individual applications cost $75.

Please reach out to seaw.sc.awards@gmail.com with any questions. Thank you for your participation!

•        Zoom link:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6785565290?pwd=f3EPR3pAr4btK0sapF1wfOEgYnGIDY.1&omn=87420834725    

                   Meeting ID: 678 556 5290      Passcode:  309648

Join the SEAW YMG and AIA YAF on April 7^th for a guided tour of the newest addition to the Seattle Convention Center, Summit! This award-winning project opened its doors in 2023, providing 1.5 million square feet of new program to the Seattle Convention Center. This convention center features a densely packed “stacked” program on a tight site with numerous arterial roadways surrounding it on all sides. Hear from members of the design team discuss the various challenges they navigated to execute successful project and help create on of Seattle’s most prominent landmarks.

Friday April10 from 12:00pm to 1:00pm. Meeting will be virtual via the following Zoom Link :

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6785565290?pwd=f3EPR3pAr4btK0sapF1wfOEgYnGIDY.1&omn=86460860612

Meeting ID:   678 556 5290              Passcode: 309648

Agenda and link to our online meeting will be emailed. To be added to the DPRC email group, email John Riley