Capitol Hill is a rainbow covered apocalyptic wasteland in season 2 of The Last of Us

HBO's "The Last of Us" season two presents Seattle's Capitol Hill as a colorful yet treacherous apocalyptic landscape. Filming took place in Nanaimo, British Columbia, where the streets were altered to depict war-torn scenes central to the story. The show features a conflict between factions and a dramatic encounter with zombies on abandoned light rail trains. It draws parallels with real-life events, especially the Capitol Hill Occupied Protest of 2020, as it explores local tensions. The series also reflects ongoing discussions about new zoning changes in Seattle, which may influence future housing developments.

Capitol Hill is set to welcome a new eight-story cohousing project on E Olive St. , symbolizing the neighborhood's role in the city's growth. Despite economic challenges, developers aim to meet housing demands in a densely populated area. The project will feature communal amenities, indicating a shift towards multifamily housing solutions in the region.