Seattle Pollinator garden on the Convention Center Garden Terrace

The Seattle Convention Center's new addition, Summit, nearly doubles the facility's capacity by adding 573,770 square feet of event space, including 62 meeting rooms, a ballroom, and exhibit areas. The 14,000-square-foot outdoor Garden Terrace features a pollinator garden that helps mitigate the urban heat island effect, enhancing sustainability efforts. This green space highlights the Convention Center's commitment to integrating nature into urban settings, promoting a greener future. The overall campus now covers 1. 5 million square feet, combining Summit with the original Arch building.

This expansion allows Seattle to accommodate larger meetings and conventions, boosting its economic potential. Notably, the Summit's design focuses on fostering sustainability, showcasing how urban development can harmonize with environmental goals. The Convention Center emphasizes that "every bit of nature counts" in building a greener world. The addition marks a significant advancement in Seattle's ability to host impactful events.