Graphite Design Group

Meet Kim Krech— Senior Design Strategist at Graphite Design Group💫 With over 30 years of experience in architecture and design, Kim Krech is a visionary known for turning constraints into creative opportunities. As a leader at Graphite Design Group, she has crafted high-performance, timeless spaces for top brands like Microsoft and Amazon, consistently delivering innovative and functional designs that leave a lasting impression. Just 2 days away, join us for our Women Leaders in Design Discussion Panel at MG2 Design to hear more about her experience. Stay tuned to discover who our third guest panelist will be.. We couldn’t do this without the support our incredible sponsors—Design Well Spent Company, Interface, Parla, & our annual sponsor Momentum Textiles & Wallcovering. Secure your ticket and invite your friends now, it’s not too late! Link to Register: https://shorturl.at/wqTPJ

Graphite is honored to be recognized in Architizer’s 30 Best Architecture and Design Firms in Seattle. This annual list highlights firms with award-winning projects, industry recognition, and the commitment to architectural excellence. Thank you, Architizer! See the full list here: https://lnkd.in/gWAymMKk #SeattleArchitecture #GraphiteDesignGroup #Architizer #ArchitectureAndDesign

At Graphite Design Group, we’re proud to join in celebrating Women’s History Month and Women in Construction Week, highlighting the invaluable contributions women make in shaping the built environment—from concept to construction. From project management to design innovation, the women at Graphite play a critical role in creating the spaces where we live, work, and connect. We appreciate the diverse voices, leadership, and creativity our female colleagues bring every day.   Thank you for inspiring the next generation of designers, architects and builders, and for helping us push the boundaries of what’s possible. Alina Pinchuk, Amy McCurdy, Caroline Campbell, Caroline Graham, Emily Vyrostek, Jasmine Anne P. Seaman, Katelyn Bristow, Ka Yan (Karen) Lee, Leslie Radovich, Rachel Abbott, RID, Savannah Hovingh, Yugyeong Lee, Zenifer Macalino, Kim Krech, Kelly Van Gelder #womeninconstruction, #womenshistorymonth, #Womenofgraphite, #WICweek2025 https://lnkd.in/gH-MdPFd

Graphite Studio 6B's first annual Consumer Insights and Retail Futures Report went live last week! Take a look at the trends we believe will impact how brands connect with consumers in 2025 and beyond! Reach out if you are interested to learn more about our Retail & Brand Experience Studio and the themes in this report. Kudos to Alex Shapleigh, James Sundstad, Caroline Campbell, Emily Vyrostek and the Graphite Design Group team for their support and vision along the way! #GraphiteStudio6B #TheFutureisNow #RetailTrends

Graphite Design Group’s Retail and Brand Experience Studio 6B is proud to launch our first annual Consumer Insights & Retail Futures Report!   In today’s rapidly evolving retail landscape, our research uncovers the key influences shaping the future of brand engagement—from shifting consumer attitudes to emerging trends and technology advancements.   Dive in to explore these key shifts and see how brands are adapting to create more relevant, meaningful connections.   Click the link below to explore the full report! 🔗✨ Reach out to Studio 6B Leads, Alex Shapleigh and James Sundstad to learn more.   #RetailFutures #ConsumerTrends #GraphiteStudio6B #DesignInnovation #2025TrendsReport #RetailTrends

In this season of gratitude, we’re especially thankful for our amazing team. We recently hosted our annual Plaid & Patagonia Happy Hour at the office, celebrating another year of hard work and camaraderie with great company. Learn more about our team at the link: https://lnkd.in/gPsqkTqF

Founding Principal Peter Krech was interviewed about the making of Downtown Seattle’s Denny Regrade neighborhood in Green Building & Design. “‘Halfway through the design of Nitro, another building on the campus, Amazon approached us about the property across the street, which became Frontier,’ says Graphite Founding Principal Peter Krech. ‘They told us, ‘We learned a lot from Graphite. Help us find what makes this block unique and special. How does it contribute to what we’ve created already in the surrounding neighborhood?’ What a dream challenge for the client to give to you.’” - Green Building & Design Keep reading: https://lnkd.in/gT62ZPih Client: Amazon Client: Amazon Designer: Graphite Design Group Development Manager: The Seneca Group, LLC General Contractor: Sellen Construction Civil: Coughlin Porter Lundeen Structural: Magnusson Klemencic Associates Landscape: Site Workshop Landscape Architecture Mechanical/Energy Design: WSP in the U.S. Sustainability: Sellen Construction Lighting: Oculus Light Studio

Siteline has won the Mixed-Use Development of the Year Award at the NAIOP Washington State Night of the Stars! Thank you to our Siteline collaborators: MainStreet Property Group LLC, GenCap Construction Corp., Encore Architects, PCS Structural Solutions, KPFF Consulting Engineers, Site Workshop Landscape Architecture, O'Brien360, Oculus Light Studio, and Insite Property Solutions. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gcrnt_uH 

‘Tis the Season of Pumpkin Spice Lattes and Starbucks store openings! Ordering a Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte is a tradition for many of us to mark the coming of Fall and the Holiday Season! At Graphite Design Group, we have another time-honored tradition worth sharing. Every time we have a new retail location open for the brands we support, we apply a signed sticker by the lead team member, as a badge of completion for another great location. We are proud to see our Starbucks column filling up this Fall with many new and renovated locations opening across the PNW and beyond! More to come in 2025!

West Main earned LEED Gold certification. Designed by Graphite Design Group and developed by Vulcan Real Estate, this mixed-use campus spans half a block and is thoughtfully crafted with generous space between towers to maximize skyline views and solar access. The development fosters a pedestrian-friendly environment with open green spaces and vibrant retail, creating an inviting street-level experience. Plus, it’s SALMON-SAFE certified! Congratulations to our clients on achieving LEED Gold status! Photo: Benjamin Benschneider