Today it was announced that the Four Seasons tower crane was disassembled and the project is right on track for fall 2008 occupancy.
Curious as to how they removed it?
“To disassemble the tower crane, general contractor Lease Crutcher Lewis stationed one of the West Coasts largest mobile cranes to the west of the building, along Western Avenue. Transportation of the mobile cranes parts to the site required 14 semi-truckloads. Operators used the mobile crane first to remove the jib, counter jib, mast and operators cab, and then to dismantle sections of the tower crane from top to bottom, finishing with removal of the cranes base. The tower cranes components will be hauled away in 12 semi-truckloads. The mobile crane reached 300 feet from lower Western Avenue to the top of the First Avenue building, making it the highest, longest pick in the area. Lease Crutcher Lewis can now finish the interior spaces the crane had occupied on eight of the 21 floors.
The building is located on the corner of 1st Avenue and Union Street in the heart of downtown and comprised of 21 stories soon to accommodate 149 hotel guest suites and 36 private residences. Residents and guests will enjoy the full service spa, fitness center, water-view ballroom and executive meeting rooms, chic restaurant and lounge, and outdoor pool area with a whirlpool and fireplace.
There are only 11 Private Residences available, ranging in price from $2 million to $16 million. The Four Seasons Private Residences Seattle Preview Center is open by appointment only, and tours are offered to one family at a time to ensure visitors privacy. Let me know if you would like additional information!