Northlake Commons - redefining sustainable design with high-performance insulating glass
Northlake Commons is a LEED Core & Shell v4.0 Platinum-certified mass timber office and life sciences project located on Seattle’s Lake Union waterfront. Designed by Weber Thompson, the 275,000 SF building features exposed timber structures, operable curtain walls, and expansive terraces while setting new standards in sustainable design.
Garibaldi Glass fabricated Guardian SNX 51/23 on clear, a triple-silver low-e glass that balances solar control, thermal performance, and a clean, modern aesthetic.
Working alongside Mission Glass LLC and Technoform, Garibaldi delivered high-performance IG units featuring the Technoform’s warm edge spacer. This combination supports energy efficiency and performance while aligning with the project’s ambitious sustainability goals. The result is high-performing glass with exceptional clarity, durability, and quality.
Photo credit: Garibaldi Glass
Technoform’s hybrid warm edge spacers play a vital role in enhancing the thermal performance of glazing systems. By reducing thermal bridging and limiting heat loss, they contribute to improved U-values, supporting occupant comfort and reduced energy use — essential for achieving LEED Gold certification.
Our warm edge spacers deliver a reliable, high-performance solution that helps architects and developers meet demanding energy efficiency standards without compromising on aesthetics. Technoform’s spacers contribute to the project’s energy efficiency goals while maximizing daylight access, panoramic views, and indoor comfort.
The result of the collaborative effort between Garibaldi Glass, Mission Glass LLC, Guardian Glass, and Technoform delivered a high-performance glazing solution that enhances occupant comfort, energy efficiency, and long-term durability while complementing Northlake Commons’ progressive mass timber aesthetic.
Northlake Commons stands as a showcase of how high-performance glazing systems, when fabricated and assembled with precision and care, can redefine the thermal and visual qualities of next-generation sustainable buildings, this project embodies Seattle’s vision for sustainable, future-ready workplaces.
Awards & Certifications
- LEED CS Platinum
- Seattle 2030 District Vision - 2025 Water Vision Award
- AIA Honor Awards for Washington Architecture – 2024 Honorable Mention
- Gold Nugget Awards – 2024 Merit Award Winner Best Commercial Project
Details
- Location: Seattle, WA
- Completion date: Q12024
- Square footage: 275,000
- Architect: Weber Thompson
- Glazier: Mission Glass LLC
- Fabricator: Garibaldi Glass Industries, Inc.
- Glass Manufacturer: Guardian Glass
- Warm Edge Spacer: Technoform
- General Contractor: Swinerton