Architecture

On the University of Washington campus in Seattle, Washington, there is a structure called UW Guthrie Hall. It bears William C. Guthrie’s name, a previous university president. The facility, which was built in 1973, includes a variety of classrooms and conference spaces in addition to academic and administrative offices. Background On the northern part of … Read more

A public elementary school called BF Day Elementary School is located in Seattle, Washington’s Fremont district. It is a thriving and varied institution dedicated to giving each student a top-notch education. The school provides a range of initiatives and events that improve students’ educational opportunities. What is BF Day Elementary School? A public elementary school, … Read more

The Marin Condominium is a posh condominium building in the center of San Francisco. In addition to a fitness center, swimming pool, and rooftop deck with breathtaking city views, the building has a number of other amenities. Numerous eateries, retail establishments, and cultural attractions are situated near Marin Condominium. Amenities Some of the facilities provided … Read more

Seattle, Washington is home to the University of Washington (UW), a public research university. Both a Master of Science (MS) and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Atmospheric Sciences are offered at the University of Washington. Benefits of Pursuing a Degree in Atmospheric Science at the University of Washington There are many benefits to studying … Read more

Shelburne, Vermont Client:  David Coleman Architects Dates of Service:  1993 Project Summary:  With an interior hot tub, swimming pool, and sauna, this new poolhouse posed inherent humidity-condensation risks, especially during Vermont’s severe winters. The inclusion of various sub-grade interior spaces below the pool level provided additional waterproofing challenges.  The moment-resistant steel-frame structure was clad with … Read more

Seattle, Washington Client: University of Washington Dates of Service: 1993 Project Summary: This 1970s lecture hall consisted of a cast-in-place primary structure with long-span, post-tensioned concrete beams clad with a conventional brick veneer.  Its brick veneer cladding displayed numerous areas of cracking, which was in places quite pronounced.  While numerous hairline cracks became apparent several years … Read more

Bellevue, Washington Client: Olson Sundberg Architects and Schacht-Aslani Architects Dates of Service: 1996 Project Summary: The design of this new, 2-story, flat-roofed temple included a moment-resistant steel frame, metal cladding as well as single-wythe concrete masonry walls, modified bitumen and sheet metal roofing, and commercial-grade extruded aluminum window systems. PL: BECS Services: PL: BECS consulted the architects in … Read more

PL: BECS has long-term, wide-ranging expertise in masonry structures whose exterior walls consist of structural brick, concrete block masonry, or structural concrete. Direct experience with analyzing numerous problems, such as infiltration and stress-cracking, has been fully incorporated into PL: BECS recommendations concerning the design and construction of new structures. Comprehensive familiarity with masonry construction has … Read more

Atherton, California Client: Olson Sundberg Architects Dates of Service: 1993-1994Project Summary: This large, new, and technically complex home was located on a very challenging site with extensive subterranean moisture and highly-expansive clay soils, posing the twin risks of sub-grade leakage and large differential movement due to the expansive soils. Other exterior envelope components included cast-in-place concrete, wood siding, … Read more