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Rounded corner facade of Astra with road between buildings
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Aerial of half the project showing the scale and views
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Leasing entry of Astra with pedestrian activation
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Interesting modulation with roofline of building inspired by airplane wings
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View of building modulation with inset balconies
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Double-height lobby with big windows
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Unique amenity basketball court with upper windows
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Lobby in Solera with tall ceiling
Developer/Owner: Non-memberDevCo
Architecture Firm: Non-member Tiscareno
General Contractor: Non-memberHeartland Construction
Broker Firm: Non-memberCBA
Engineering Firm: KPFF Consulting Engineers
Other Significant Team Member, if applicable:
Interior Architect/Designer Firm(s):
Sechrist Design
Construction/Project Manager Firm(s):
Consultant Firm(s):
Landscape Design: Talasaea Consultants
Survey: Axis Survey and Mapping
Geotechnical Engineer: Earth Solutions NW
Structural Engineer: DCG
Engineer: HV Engineering, Inc.
Electrical Engineer: Emerald City Engineers, Inc.
Building Envelope: OAC Services, Inc.
Major Sub/Vendor(s):
Solera
Category
Affordable Housing Development of the Year
Description
Solera is a transformative, mixed-income community in Renton that redefines suburban development. Spanning four city blocks, it combines thoughtful urban design, family-oriented amenities, and 590 homes—275 of them affordable—with 37,000 SF of retail. Overcoming zoning, topography, and design challenges, Solera balances scale and context with innovative architecture inspired by local aerospace heritage. With strong market uptake and a focus on equity, sustainability, and livability, Solera sets a new standard for suburban urbanism.
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