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Last week, our teams hosted students and guests from the Northshore School District to celebrate the start of concurrent major projects at Kenmore and Maywood Hills Elementaries. While we love pulling out the golden shovels, we’re more excited to be a part of the positive change these projects will bring for generations to come! #Lewisbuilds #buildingsthatmatter #designbuild #futurebuilders #NorthshoreSchoolDistrict

After seven years, 133,000 miles, and countless work trips across the Pacific Northwest, Lewis general superintendent Doug Maxfield agreed it was time to retire his old work pickup. When it came to choosing a replacement earlier this year, Doug opted for one of Lewis’ first all-electric rigs:?a Silverado EV. It's among the vehicles Lewis is evaluating as part of a potential shift away from a fleet of gas-powered trucks and equipment. As the lead superintendent for Lewis’ Data Center and Advanced Technology group, Doug's job often takes him between the greater Seattle area and Hillsboro, Oregon, where the company has active data center projects. The 231-mile trip covers about half of the truck’s estimated range. To get home, Doug factors in about 13 hours of charging time on the jobsite to reach the recommended 80-percent charge level. If needed, Doug has the option of using one of many fast chargers in Hillsboro. Even with all the long-distance driving, the EV rarely falls below 20-percent charged. “The issue of ‘range anxiety’ for me just hasn’t been an issue,” he says. When home, Doug charges the Silverado overnight in his driveway, drawing on the solar energy that powers his entire house. After three months, he's made up his mind. “I wouldn’t hesitate recommending it to others.”

Since opening 60 years ago, the University of Washington’s Haring Center has been dedicated to creating equitable and inclusive educational opportunities for all children—with or without disabilities. We're proud to have partnered with Mithun on the center’s recently completed renovation through a progressive design-build delivery. The project team worked closely with a variety of stakeholders to create spaces that reflect the center’s mission, enhancing both the physical learning environment and its ability to foster community and innovation. Significant upgrades, including seismic enhancements, a new HVAC system, and modernized electrical infrastructure have improved the health, safety, and security of all occupants. Debuting this year, the refreshed Haring Center now features more flexible indoor and outdoor spaces, a new-look entrance, and expanded observation areas. From nature-inspired play areas to a new cafeteria and updated meeting spaces, every element was designed and built to promote inclusive education, research and training. ??: Benjamin Benschneider?

New Lewis blog post: Oregon Humane Society’s New Road Ahead turns two years old! In October 2022, Lewis completed the New Road Ahead facility in Northeast Portland. This expansion signified more than just a new chapter for the Oregon Humane Society (OHS)—it was a tangible step forward in the region’s approach to animal welfare, community support and justice. ? The facility provides accessible, affordable veterinary care and has already given nearly $2 million in subsidized services, and helps over 79 families each week keep their pets healthy and happy. The forensic center is working with law enforcement to bring justice to neglected and abused animals, making our community safer for everyone. ? We are proud to have played a role in this facility's community transformation. The New Road Ahead facility is a testament to the power of thoughtful, community-focused construction. Thank you, OHS, for trusting us to deliver and for all the fantastic work you are doing to create a more humane Portland!

The countdown is on! NAIOP Washington State’s marquee Night of the Stars awards event is just around the corner. Hudson Pacific Properties’ recently-completed Washington 1000 tower in downtown Seattle is up for Office Development of the Year. The projects with the most votes in each category win. So don’t wait—cast your vote by tomorrow and help the project team take home the top honor! https://lnkd.in/dnN9-pyW LMN Architects Magnusson Klemencic Associates IMEG VECA Electric & Technologies Walters & Wolf MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions

Last week, a volunteer crew from Lewis joined forces with Sawhorse Revolution staff to install cedar tongue-and-groove siding at Cherry Street Farm, where a future demonstration kitchen is taking shape. Once complete, this kitchen will support a 320-square-foot hydroponic growing lab for vegetables operated by Hip Hop is Green, all on a 5,000-square-foot residential lot in Seattle’s Central District. Here, local youth will gain hands-on experience learning how to grow and prepare food from farm to table. The aim is creating healthier communities by promoting culturally relevant eating to Black, Indigenous, and other youth of color ages 12 to 20. It's always a joy to team up with Sawhorse Revolution, a key Lewis Foundation partner, which empowers teens by teaching them carpentry and architecture.

Last week, crews completed the final concrete deck pour on Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc.' 11-story 701 Dexter! Other milestones are fast approaching on this ZGF Architects-designed project in Seattle's South Lake Union, including the arrival of a WOHR bike safe carousel—an automatic parking system for bikes—and the delivery of the first 44 tons of structural steel. 701 Dexter is slated for substantial completion this summer. ??: Tim Rice?

Our sold-out September Breakfast showcased four incredible women leaders who captivated our audience with their inspirational stories and insightful conversation. Thank you to Coriann Presser (Lease Crutcher Lewis), Maria Barrientos (barrientos | RYAN LLC), Lori Hill (Clise Properties), and A-P Hurd (SkipStone) for sharing your time and experiences with us. Thank you to our Annual Breakfast sponsors: Apex Facility Resources (Space Planning, Office Furniture, Office Moving, Storage), Coffman Engineers, Coughlin Porter Lundeen, Degenkolb Engineers, HITT Contracting Inc., Lease Crutcher Lewis, Mackenzie, McKinstry, Moss Adams, PACE Engineers, Inc., Schuchart, and Skyline Construction; and our September Breakfast sponsors: Alston Construction, City of Federal Way, Hoffman Construction Company, LinkMe LLC, and Seyfarth Shaw LLP.

When the State of Oregon acquired a 175,000-square-foot mixed manufacturing warehouse in Wilsonville, the vision was to reposition the existing concrete tilt-up warehouse into a space capable of supporting modern research labs, office space and a resilient emergency center. Since opening to multiple state agencies last year, the SERA Architects-designed North Valley Complex has become a showcase for how owners can breathe new life into well-positioned but underutilized industrial buildings. https://lnkd.in/gSe3k3rr