FFA Architecture and Interiors, Inc.

The Chemeketa Agriculture Complex was designed as more than a building - it's an 8-acre living laboratory and community hub. ? Site features: - Demonstration gardens showcasing native species - Flexible outdoor learning spaces - Research fields for hands-on education - Rainwater management gardens - Community gathering spaces ? Special thanks to our landscape partner, Lango Hansen, for helping create this dynamic educational landscape. ? #LandscapeDesign #CampusPlanning #CommunityDesign #EducationalDesign #SustainableLandscape #AgEducation #HigherEd

We are excited to begin working with the Gearhart community, exploring what their new public safety project could be. Looking forward to continuing the engagement process with the City, Klosh Group, Inc., and stakeholders. #Oregon #Community #StakeholderEngagement #Discovery #ProjectKickOff

Excellence in civic design requires seamless integration of systems and materials. At Bown Crossing Library, innovative solutions include: ? - Strategic power/data distribution - Integrated lighting controls - Acoustic strategies - Flexible technology infrastructure - Future-ready systems ? #DetailedDesign #BuildingTechnology #SystemIntegration #LibraryDesign #TechnicalExcellence

At the Chemeketa Agriculture Complex, passive design strategies work in concert to reduce energy demand: ? Key integrated solutions: ? - Automated operable windows harvest cool night air - Wind-driven roof turbines enable natural ventilation - Strategic orientation maximizes daylight while minimizing heat gain - Radiant slab system provides efficient heating/cooling ? Result: A significant energy reduction compared to the Oregon code baseline. ? #SustainableArchitecture #BuildingScience #HighPerformanceBuilding #GreenBuilding #BioclimaticDesign #IntegratedDesign #OregonArchitecture

In 2017, the Library! at Bown Crossing demonstrated the potential of Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) in civic architecture. Key innovations include: ? - CLT panels for high-roof structures - Column-free reading spaces - Integration with building systems - Natural material warmth - Construction efficiency ? Despite being an early adopter of CLT technology, our team delivered a high-performance solution that continues to serve as a model for sustainable civic design. ? #MassTimber #TimberInnovation #SustainableConstruction #PublicArchitecture #CLT #WoodDesign

In alignment with our FFA Equity Advancement Plan, we are excited to announce that our 'incubator space' within our offices at the Pacific Building is open for business! FFA is seeking a tenant to lease the 772-square-foot space. We are proud to support the efforts of COBID-certified firms and are seeking to help a company on its growth path. This space has a kitchenette, a meeting area, and an open office that comfortably fits five desks. Your future offices are on the ninth floor of the Pacific Building, and look out over Sixth Avenue with views of Pioneer Square. In addition to subsidizing the Class B office space rent, we offer access to our conference rooms and office equipment and will provide space planning services to you. If you want more information or a tour, message us here, and we will follow up! #PortlandOffice #DowntownOfficeSpace #SmallBusiness #Architecture #Engineering #Construction #LocalBusiness Oregon Association of Minority Entrepreneurs, Architecture Foundation of Oregon, IIDA Oregon Chapter, AIA Oregon, Oregon Entrepreneurs Network, National Association of Minority Contractors, Inc., SMPS Oregon Chapter

Great civic architecture responds to its context. At the Library! At Bown Crossing, we drew inspiration from: ? The historic Bown House's sandstone Views to the Boise Foothills Historic Oregon Trail route Adjacent elementary school Growing suburban community ? The result: A library that feels like it's always been part of the community while pointing toward its future. ? #CivicArchitecture #ContextualDesign #PublicLibrary #CommunityEngagement #ArchitecturalDesign

The Library! at Bown Crossing represents a new chapter in civic architecture – where historic context meets modern innovation. This 2017 branch library serves Boise's growing east side while pioneering sustainable design strategies: ? - Early adoption of Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) - LEED v4 certification - Integration of local materials - Seamless community connections - Future-ready flexibility ? Join us as we explore how this project redefined what a modern library can be. ? #CivicArchitecture #SustainableDesign #PublicLibrary #MassTimber #CommunityDesign #LEED #TimberConstruction #IdahoArchitecture

When every design decision counts toward sustainability, integration is everything. The Chemeketa Agriculture Complex's distinctive solar canopy exemplifies our approach to multifunctional design: Performance metrics: ? 91 kW PV array ? EUI reduction from 47.0 to 21.1 ? Net positive energy generation ? Path to Net Zero certified But the canopy does more than generate power: ? Creates sheltered outdoor learning spaces ? Provides strategic south facade shading ? Supports natural daylighting strategies ? Reduces cooling loads Thank you, PAE and Energy Trust of Oregon, for helping us push the boundaries of sustainable design. #NetZeroEnergy #SustainableDesign #HighPerformanceBuilding #SolarDesign #GreenArchitecture #IntegratedDesign #Oregon #SustainableArchitecture #EducationalDesign

Innovation in mass timber takes many forms. At Chemeketa Community College's Agriculture Complex, we pushed boundaries by choosing Mass Plywood Panels (MPP) over CLT construction. Why MPP? ? More efficient use of wood fiber ? Sourced from smaller diameter logs ? Greater flexibility in panel thickness ? Reduced overall building weight ? 2-inch roof deck thickness achievement The result? A lighter, more sustainable structure that celebrates Oregon's timber heritage while pointing toward its future. Special thanks to our partners Freres Wood for their innovative MPP technology and Rosboro for the glulam components. A closer look at the numbers: ? 14,660 SF main building ? 100% locally sourced timber ? 2-inch MPP roof deck ? Significant reduction in structural weight #MassTimber #TimberEngineering #WoodConstruction #SustainableConstruction #StructuralInnovation #OregonForestProducts #GreenBuilding #StructuralDesign #MassPlywoodPanel #TimberArchitecture #EngineeredWood #InnovativeDesign #SustainableMaterials