The Brief
- Barnes & Noble plans to open a flagship store in downtown Seattle at 520 Pike Street in early 2026.
- The new store marks the largest retail lease in downtown Seattle since 2020, covering 17,538 square feet.
- The move signals confidence in Seattle’s retail market, amid other major brand openings and expansions.
SEATTLE – Barnes & Noble is reestablishing itself in downtown Seattle next year, with a flagship store set to open in the business district soon.
What we know:
The new location will be at 520 Pike Street, with a 10-year lease signed at the Tishman Speyer building. It’s the largest retail lease in downtown Seattle since 2020.…