About Graham Baba Architects
Graham Baba Architects is a vibrant Seattle architecture firm recognized for the successful place-making of commercial, residential and arts spaces. Whether through the renovation of existing buildings or in new construction, the firm believes authenticity can – and should – be found in every building by use of honest materials such as metals, wood and glass celebrated in their natural state.
Through subtle and economical design moves, Graham Baba creates places that tell a story, places that people are drawn to and spaces that encourage social interaction and community. The Graham Baba team is driven by thoughtful creativity and collaboration and works to celebrate the embedded qualities of spaces as well as the potential of a site and program and client vision. Graham Baba’s twenty-six employees are all deeply involved in their project development processes; they are essential in producing the project designs and design deliverables required by each unique client and project.
LOCATION: Seattle, Washington
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Since its inception in the late 1970s, the Ballard Food Bank has grown significantly to support the most vulnerable members of the community. Initially focused on addressing food insecurity, the organization now offers a range of social and medical services. This expansion is made possible through collaborations with various community partners.
Vitus, a company dedicated to acquiring, improving, and preserving affordable housing, has established its new home in Seattle’s vibrant Belltown neighborhood. The Vitus Headquarters is housed in a revitalized 25,000-square-foot, 1920s-era building, marking a significant milestone in the company’s mission to invest in communities nationwide.
Alaska Airlines sought to transform the lounge typology from an exclusive haven for business travelers to a warm, welcoming space where all guests can find refuge—to relax, work, refuel, and connect.
The Shop seamlessly integrates hospitality with design, event, office, and immersive retail, serving as a gathering place for the creative community at a time when culture and connection have never been more important.
Graham Baba Architects reveals Center Table at North Campus, a dynamic dining complex for the University of Washington designed to support a rich array of social interactions
As a leader in the burgeoning wellness industry, specifically the recreational cannabis market, the company desired a space that reflected their growing status within the market and a way to benchmark their corporate identity.
Situated in a 1950s-era, single-story building on Main Street in downtown Edmonds, Leftcraft is casual and approachable, yet distinct from local restaurant and bar establishments.
Built in 1914, the Smith Tower was the tallest structure west of the Mississippi upon its completion. No expense was spared in the construction of this ambitious 462-foot-tall building, with interiors finished in rich materials and ornate detailing.
