REI was set to move more than 1,000 employees into a brand new headquarters complex this summer but now they’re going to sell it.

And then the pandemic hit. Now the outdoor retailer is looking to sell its buildings and land in Bellevue’s new Spring District, a surprising decision that reflects the rapid shift to remote work. REI will adopt a less-centralized approach that spans multiple locations across the Seattle region. Read the CEO’s email to staff here.