UWAJIMAYA

Seattle, wa • March 2025

Capturing the iconic Uwajimaya grocery store during Seattle's celebrated cherry blossom season, this exterior architectural photograph was commissioned by a structural engineering firm to showcase their work on this beloved International District landmark. The timing was carefully planned to coincide with peak bloom, when the surrounding cherry trees create a stunning natural frame for the building's contemporary facade. This image demonstrates how architectural photography can capture both structural details and the contextual relationship between built environments and their seasonal surroundings, celebrating how thoughtful engineering contributes to community spaces that honor cultural heritage.