Colman Building
historic place
The Colman Building is located on First Avenue in downtown Seattle, Washington, within King County. This historic place was commissioned by Scottish immigrant James Murray Colman. Initial construction began in 1889, following the Great Seattle Fire, with plans by architect Stephen J. Meany. The building was completed in its current six-story form in 1906. The later stages of construction and remodel were designed by architect August Tidemand, incorporating the Chicago School style. The Colman Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972 and designated a City of Seattle Landmark in 1990. It stands as one of Seattle's distinguished commercial structures, reflecting the city's recovery and development.