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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.

At Veritas Oak, scale and sophistication had to work together. This 320-unit multifamily mixed-use development at NW Expressway and Penn in Oklahoma City presented the full complexity of a large, multi-environment project. Residential floors, common areas, retail spaces, and a six-story parking structure, all demanding lighting and air movement solutions that could perform consistently across every square foot. SAGE Brands was there from the start, collaborating closely with the construction and design teams to ensure product selections aligned with design intent, met the rigorous demands of mixed-use programming, and held to the project's budget and schedule.

Throughout the residential units, our lighting and ceiling fans establish an atmosphere that feels elevated without being excessive, exactly right for a market-rate community of this caliber. Decorative pendants bring definition and visual interest to kitchen islands, while flush mount downlights provide clean, even ambient illumination across living and dining areas. Undercabinet luminaires extend both functionality and warmth to the kitchen environment, supporting daily routines while reinforcing the quality of the interior finishes. Vanity lighting in bathrooms delivers the consistent, flattering illumination residents expect, and integrated ceiling fans complete each home with quiet, efficient comfort that suits Oklahoma's demanding climate across all seasons.

In the retail and common areas, our solutions carry that same coordination forward, ensuring that the transition from residential to commercial spaces feels intentional and cohesive rather than disjointed.

A development of Veritas Oak's scope, 320 units, over 40,000 square feet of retail, and a structured parking facility, demands more than good products. It demands a partner who can manage complexity, anticipate coordination challenges, and keep the project team moving. SAGE Brands delivered on all counts, providing a broad, unified portfolio backed by the technical support to simplify decisions at every phase.

Veritas Oak is a demonstration of what SAGE Brands brings to large-scale mixed-use development: reliable products, responsive collaboration, and the confidence that comes from a partner who has done this before. For developers, designers, and contractors ready to build something that lasts, SAGE Brands delivers lighting and air movement you can trust.