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Most suite concepts give you four walls and call it done. Shops Plus gives you the Plus.

The Shops is your foundation — a private, move-in-ready suite with 24/7 keyless access, flexible terms, and no booth rent, commission splits, or long-term lease traps. Your space, your clients, your income.

The Plus is what changes the game: marketing support that brings the right clients to you, Smart Spaces technology built around your trade, a community of driven beauty and wellness professionals, and business services — accounting, consulting, and more — that most independent operators never get access to on their own.

Other concepts do Shops well. We’re built around the Plus.

Hair stylists, nail technicians, estheticians, massage therapists, tattoo artists, lash artists, barbers, med-aesthetics providers, fitness trainers, beauty educators, and many more. If you serve clients in beauty or wellness, we have a space built for you.

Our first location in Lake Union, Seattle is opening in 2026. We’re currently accepting applications for founding tenant spots — these are limited and fill up fast.

Fill out the short application on our Join the Waitlist page. We’ll reach out within 24 hours to learn more about your business, answer your questions, and schedule a private tour of the Lake Union location.

Founding tenants receive first pick of available suites, locked-in launch-day pricing before any future rate adjustments, and exclusive perks reserved for those who commit before we open — including a free first month, marketing support, and a permanent Founding Member badge. This is a rare opportunity — once the building opens, these benefits are gone. See all founding member benefits.

Pricing varies by suite size and configuration. We share exact pricing during your private tour and consultation so we can match you with the right space for your business. Founding tenants lock in the best available rates before we open to the public.

No long-term contracts. We believe your business should have room to grow and change — so we offer flexible terms that don’t lock you in. If your situation evolves, we evolve with you.

Everything you need to operate from day one: all utilities (electricity, water, Wi-Fi, HVAC), 24/7 secure keyless access, building maintenance, reception lobby with lounge seating, client refreshment bar, professional photography days, and access to our built-in marketing support tools. No surprise extras.

None. Your suite is move-in ready — no buildout costs, no construction, no setup fees. What we quote is what you pay. The only customization costs are optional Smart Spaces upgrades, which we walk you through during your consultation.

We offer four suite types to fit different business needs:

Single Suite — 90–140 sq ft · Perfect for solo stylists, nail techs, and estheticians
Double Suite — 150–220 sq ft · Ideal for duo stylists, barbers, and lash artists
Specialty Suite — 220–350 sq ft · Designed for massage therapists, med spa providers, and fitness trainers
Professional Suite — 100–180 sq ft · Great for beauty educators, PMU artists, acupuncturists, and holistic wellness practitioners

Smart Spaces is our proprietary modular wall system that configures your suite around the specific needs of your trade. Need a shampoo bowl with plumbing? A soundproofed room for a podcast or therapy practice? Specialized electrical for equipment? We build it in — so your space works exactly the way your business requires from day one.

Yes. Smart Spaces technology lets you choose your configuration — plumbing, soundproofing, specialized power, lighting, and layout. During your consultation, we’ll walk through all available options based on your business type so your suite is dialed in before you move in.

Yes, our Lake Union location has parking available for both tenants and clients. Full details — including street access, lot access, and any client validation options — will be provided during your tour.

Absolutely. Your suite is yours 24/7. Secure keyless entry means you can see early-morning clients, work late, or prep your space on your own schedule — any day of the year, with no restrictions.

Built-in marketing support is a core part of the Shops Plus model. This includes professional photography days so your suite and portfolio look polished online, social media resources, local marketing tools, and guidance to help you attract and retain clients. You focus on your craft — we help the right clients find you.

Yes. Tenants have access to professional services including tax preparation, accounting, and business consulting — resources typically out of reach for solo operators. It’s one of the core advantages of being part of The Shops community rather than going it alone.

Yes — and it’s one of the things our tenants value most. Shops Plus isn’t just a building; it’s a community of driven independent professionals. We host networking mixers, business mentorship events, and provide shared spaces — including a reception lobby with lounge seating and a client refreshment bar — that elevate the experience for you and your clients.

Tenants get first priority to upgrade to a larger suite or expand their footprint as space becomes available. We want to grow with you — not hold you back. If you’re thinking big from the start, let us know during your consultation and we’ll plan accordingly.