Northwest Landing
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Project Summary
| Client: | Weyerhaeuser Real Estate Company |
| Type: | Master Plan |
| Program: | 3,000 acres | 4,000 residential units | plan to accomodate over 20,000 jobs |
| Links: | http://www.nwlanding.com/ |
Northwest Landing, a 3,000-acre community some 50 miles south of Seattle, Washington, is exemplary of the capacity for sound planning to integrate diverse land uses into a cohesive pedestrian environment. Situated halfway between Tacoma and Olympia on the I-5 highway corridor, the project conjoins a blend of residential, office and commercial, industrial, open space, and civic land uses. Northwest Landing puts industrial and office buildings within walking or biking distance of most homes. Automobile dependence is thus reduced on-site, with a park-and-ride facility providing commuter bus service to Tacoma and Seattle.
The design of the streets and houses at Northwest Landing encourage walking and pay tribute to the historic town of Dupont. Streets are narrow to slow traffic and make crossing easier, while front porches promote dialogue between neighbors and promote a lively street life. Additionally, housing types reflect the distinct northwest cottage style and complement contextual urbanism, such as Dupont’s charming tree-lined streets or its distinctive Craftsman-style architecture.
Well-known companies like Intel and State Farm anchor a large employment base in the community and underscore the site’s high quality of life. An increasing number of small retailers are moving into shopping districts, and a downtown area is planned for when the community is large enough to support it.
On completion, Northwest Landing will include homes for approximately 12,100 people and jobs for over 20,000 people.
