Interurban Building

The Interurban Building is an office structure in Pioneer Square featuring Richardsonian Romanesque design. Red Colorado sandstone, pressed brick from California, and terracotta trim create its distinctive exterior appearance.

This structure was built between 1890 and 1891 for Seattle National Bank during the city's rapid commercial development. It underwent several name changes across the decades while remaining a fixture of the neighborhood's streetscape.

The building reflects architect John Parkinson's design approach and represents the commercial building style of Seattle's growth era. Its structure and appearance were part of how the neighborhood defined itself during that time.

The building sits at the corner of Yesler Way and Occidental Way South and is easy to locate. Since it functions as active office space, some interior areas may not be open to the public.

From 1904 to 1928, it served as the ticket office and waiting room for the Puget Sound Electric Railway. This role connected it directly to early regional transportation between Seattle and Tacoma.

Location: Seattle

Architects: The Parkinsons

Architectural style: Richardsonian Romanesque

Part of: Pioneer Square

Address: 102 Occidental Way South

GPS coordinates: 47.60146,-122.33249

Latest update: December 12, 2025 16:43