Tarnished Landmark?

Walgreens announced they will open a store within the historic Bank of America building (Seattle First National) at 6th Avenue and Denny Way. The 1950s building obtained historic landmark status last year. Walgreens will renovate the interior but will retain the exterior and drive-thru. The store is expected to open this Summer and will be flanked by the new Taylor 28 Apartments, Hyatt Place Hotel and Icon Tower developments.

It is strange that this building will now house a drug store chain. In some ways I think it shows disrepect for a landmark building. On the other hand, it does provide a service for the future residents of the area and an old building is getting a second life.