Ville Magazine l Insider Access for City Lifestyle Jan/Feb 2016 / Premiere Issue | Page 13

CITY SCENE

SEATTLE. LUXURY. SPOT
Back in 2013, SBE Entertainment announced its plans of bringing its
luxury SLS Hotel to Seattle on 5th and Columbia. It was suppose to
break construction that same year, but instead not a jackhammer was
heard and it became yesterday’s news. That was until this past year
when it came back from the dead. The hotel was originally scheduled
to open in 2016, but now its plans have been updated to 2017. Another
recent announcement included that famous chef José Andrés will be
opening up his first restaurant for Seattle. He’s credited for introducing
the concept of small plates to America, making foodies’ hearts flutter
with joy. SBE is known for its luxurious restaurant and nightlife spots
scattered across the U.S. in Las Vegas, Miami, Los Angeles and more.
Seattle is about to get swanky.
(photo credit: LMN Architects)

BOOMING BELLEVUE
Bellevue has been a staple for class and luxury in the greater Seattle area
with its upscale events, restaurants, hotels and retail shops - the majority
of which can be credited to Kemper Freeman, the development company of
Lincoln and Bellevue Square along with co-producing of Bellevue Fashion
Week that sells out every year. They are continuing to expand their reputation
as they are expanding Lincoln Square 1.5 million square feet. Besides adding
more retail, dining and entertainment, they are also building the second
W Hotel in the greater Seattle area. Recognizing the growth of the ur