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Life Skills Training Center for Washington State School for the Blind was recognized with an Honor Award at the 2024 The American Institute of Architects (AIA) WA Council Civic Design Awards! Learning Independence for Today and Tomorrow (LIFTT) is a 10-month residential program designed to teach independent living skills to young adults who are blind or have low vision. While architecture typically emphasizes the visual aspects of space, the programmatic requirements compelled the team to approach design from a different perspective. Senses that are primary to those who are blind or have low vision became the priority. "One of the things that was super impressive is I think it's more than a building - I hope their design process will be a legacy for the profession," said d'Andre Willis, a juror at last night's event. It's an honor to be recognized alongside our amazing partners! Click the link to learn more! https://lnkd.in/gWjh9Zfh Jurors: Elizabeth Hallas, AIA, Nasra Nimaga AIA, NCARB, NOMA, d'Andre Willis, AIA, LEED AP This project wouldn't be possible without this team: Owner: Washington State School for the Blind General Contractor: Pease & Sons, Inc. Architect: Mahlum Consulting Architect: MASS Design Group Consulting Architect: Architecture for the Blind Landscape: Mayer/Reed, Inc. Civil: KPFF Consulting Engineers Structural: Lund Opsahl Acoustic: The Greenbusch Group Electrical: Reyes Engineering, Inc. Cost Estimating: Rider Levett Bucknall RLB Photographer: Lincoln Barbour

I could not be more proud of the progress we’ve made with our partners in shaping a bold vision for the OMSI District and bringing this transformative project to life! Together, we are paving the way for a new neighborhood and hub of science learning, culture, and sustainability on the Central Eastside, including a new waterfront education park that will restore Tribal presence on the Willamette River. The Portland City Council unanimously voted YES today to approve a $15.4 million investment in crucial infrastructure that will now unlock new opportunities for development, job creation, and housing for generations to come. We are so excited for the future. Thank you to our many partners who made it possible! #prosperportland #nwnativechamber #critfc #centraleastsidepdx #hacienda_cdc #portlandmetrochamber

We are excited to share I+S Design Magazine’s latest feature on the Redmond Senior & Community Center, which highlights our collaboration with Johnston Architects on this new facility that centers wellness and nature in its design. The center, designed to achieve LEED Gold, replaces the former Senior Center and offers amenities and public spaces, such as a dedicated lounge and library tailored to Redmond's seniors, while also providing community and recreational facilities for all ages. The building integrates wellness through thoughtful design elements, ranging from color schemes and lighting fixtures tailored to an aging population to exercise amenities like the gymnasium and raised walk/jog track. It also supports sustainability through energy-efficient systems and celebrates local arts and culture with integrated art both inside and outside the center. Check out the full article for more: https://ow.ly/yRqf50SY2PZ Photos courtesy of the City of Redmond and Carpentry Plus, Inc. Client: City of Redmond, WA Associate Architect: Johnston Architects Contractor: Absher Construction Article: i+s Landscape: Groundswell Studio Structural: Lund Opsahl Civil/Environmental: Herrera Environmental MEP: PAE Signage: Mayer/Reed, Inc. Lighting: LITTLEFISH LIGHTING, INC. Public Engagement: EnviroIssues Cost: DCW Cost Management

Our Health Sciences Education Building received an Honor award in ARCHITECT Magazine’s 2024 Architecture & Interiors Awards, a program honoring outstanding commercial architecture and interior design. Situated at the center of University of Washington’s health sciences–focused South Campus, the project fosters interaction, collaboration, and creativity for students and the health professional community. The building has a “Culture of Care” at its core, featuring lush outdoor connections, warm wood and CLT ceilings, and versatile, tech-enabled learning spaces. Students from diverse health disciplines come together in this human-centered environment, enhancing communication and collaboration for better patient care. “Simplicity and diagrammatic clarity are allied with a regimented yet formally rich approach to cladding.” –Juror Congratulations to our project team! Read more: https://bit.ly/3SEkSxZ Client: University of Washington Architect & Interior Design: The Miller Hull Partnership, LLP Medical Education Architect: The S/L/A/M Collaborative (SLAM) Design-Build Contractor: Lease Crutcher Lewis Landscape Architect: GGN Civil & Structural Engineer: KPFF Consulting Engineers Mechanical & Plumbing Engineer: PAE Mechanical & Plumbing Subcontractor: Hermanson Company Electrical Engineer: Hargis Engineers Electrical Subcontractor: Cochran Lighting Design: Hargis Engineers Acoustical Consultant: Tenor Engineering Group Environmental Graphics: Mayer/Reed, Inc. Interior Design: The Miller Hull Partnership, LLP and Catalyst Workplace Activation Geotechnical: Shannon & Wilson Accessibility: Studio Pacifica Theatrical/AV: Dimensional Innovations and Cochran Commissioning: EEI and 4EA Building Science Public Art: Acrylicize Fire Protection: Coffman Engineers Wind Analysis: CPP Wind Engineering Consultants Vertical Transportation: The Greenbusch Group Photographer: Moris Moreno Photography