At Kōz on Wetmore, the mission was clear from the outset: deliver a sustainable, transit-oriented community that serves Everett's growing workforce without sacrificing quality or livability. This 169-unit mixed-income development in the heart of downtown Everett, Washington, just 25 miles north of Seattle, sets aside more than half of its units as affordable at 60–80% AMI, holding the project to a higher standard of both purpose and performance. SAGE Brands partnered with the construction and design teams to deliver lighting and air movement solutions that met that standard at every level, from individual residences to shared spaces, within the constraints of one of the most restrictive energy codes in the country.

Built Green certification wasn't a checkbox for this project, it shaped every product decision. Our lighting and ceiling fan solutions were selected with energy performance in mind, ensuring the finished community meets Washington State's demanding efficiency requirements without compromising the interior environment residents deserve. Throughout the 169 units, our products create a cohesive, comfortable atmosphere that feels thoughtful and well-executed. Flush mount downlights deliver clean, balanced ambient illumination across living spaces, while decorative pendants anchor kitchen areas with quiet visual distinction. Undercabinet luminaires bring functional task lighting and added warmth to the kitchen environment, and vanity lighting in bathrooms provides even, reliable illumination that supports everyday routines. Integrated ceiling fans complete each home with efficient, whisper-quiet air movement, a meaningful comfort benefit in the Pacific Northwest's variable climate.

For a workforce housing development of this profile, delivering genuine quality within tight cost and energy parameters requires a partner who understands the full picture. SAGE Brands brought coordinated product solutions and hands-on technical support to keep the project team aligned, decisions moving, and the budget intact, from groundbreaking in July 2025 through the anticipated spring 2027 completion.

Kōz on Wetmore reflects what SAGE Brands does best: products built to perform, partnerships built on trust, and solutions that honor both the residents who will call this place home and the mission behind it. For developers, designers, and contractors working on mixed-income communities where quality and sustainability must coexist, SAGE Brands delivers lighting and air movement you can count on.

Lighting Agency: ERW Lighting & Controls

Distributor: CED Kent

Residential

Mixed Use