Harbor Architects has been involved in many
public works projects. Listed here are but a few of the more involved projects in which we have played
an important role.
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Building #1 Improvements
Washington State Military Department
Camp Murray, Washington
Building #1, on the Camp Murray, Washington
Military Department base, serves as the headquarters of the Washington
National Guard. The original building was constructed in 1924 and
additions were constructed in 1945 and 1969. Although not currently
registered, this building is eligible to be included on National and
State Historic Building Registers.
The scope of this
improvement project is quite varied. In a 742 square feet addition,
accessible men’s and women’s restrooms and an elevator was added to
serve the main two floors of this historically significant building.
Finishes were upgraded throughout the building and exterior windows were
repaired. A new fire alarm system was added and a new DDC controls
system was installed. All improvements were accomplished while the
building was fully occupied.
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Water Shop Office Remodel
City of Aberdeen
Aberdeen, Washington
Harbor Architects assisted the City of
Aberdeen with the remodel of their existing 3110 SF Water Department
shop and office. The existing building had insufficient office space
and under-utilized shop space. Harbor Architects worked to create an
efficient working environment with accessible restrooms, locker rooms
adjacent to the restrooms, a new recognizable public entry and parking
area, and additional office spaces.
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Public
Safety Building Feasibility Study
City of Elma
Elma, Washington
The City of Elma currently has it's
Police Department, Fire Department, and City Hall in separate buildings.
A single building combining all of these agencies into one Public Safety
Building is desirable. Harbor Architects is assisting the City in
determining whether the project is feasible. This project is in
the preliminary phase.
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New Fire
Station
City of Cosmopolis
Cosmopolis, Washington
This project demonstrated a successful teaming of
Harbor Architects and Thomas-Cook Architects, P.S., now Thomas Cook
Reed Reinvald Architects, PLLC. In this instance, the Tacoma firm—
led by Ron Thomas—acted as prime, with Alan
Gozart of Harbor Architects as the associate architect. Prior to the
architectural teaming, Harbor Architects completed initial
pre-funding work. The original facility was substandard, inadequate
for the fire department’s needs, and not economically feasible to
upgrade.
This finished building now accommodates fire department vehicles,
training facilities and an emergency response center. This building
helps to sponsor a sense of community by presenting a welcoming
appearance and blending with the local residential setting. The new
Fire Station also has the ability to host community gatherings as
well as fire department
meetings.
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Renovation
of Riverside III Apartments
Housing Authority of Grays Harbor
Aberdeen, Washington
In cooperation with Catapult
Community Developers, Harbor Architects assisted the Housing
Authority of Grays Harbor in the renovation of the Riverside III
Apartments. The project improved these residential apartments by
creating ADA compliant units and also improved the appearance with
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Service
Building Exterior Improvements
Grays Harbor PUD
Elma, Washington
This service building facility
was in need of exterior work to maintain its integrity. Harbor Architects
prepared a request for proposals after creating a work list with the
owner, then arranged for publication of legal notices and organized the
project. The scope of work entailed repair and replacement of damaged
brick veneer, extensive application of sealant and caulk, and painting of
the building.
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Montesano Service
Building
Grays Harbor PUD
Montesano, Washington
The PUD desired to
build a new service building near the existing substation in Montesano.
This firm was involved in all aspects of the construction process. During
the preliminary site excavation, contamination was discovered in the soil.
Harbor Architects responded immediately with appropriate testing and
environmental cleanup procedures. Once the cleanup phase was completed,
construction was allowed to progress and the project was completed in late
2000.
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Hazardous
Materials Storage Building
Grays Harbor PUD
Aberdeen, Washington
For this project, Harbor Architects
provided complete architectural services to enable the construction of a
new 30’ x 50’ pre-engineered metal storage building to handle PCB,
hazardous and toxic waste materials. This project also involved relocation
of transformer pads as well as issues arising from the proximity of both
underground and overhead power lines.
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Community
Center
City of Aberdeen
Aberdeen, Washington
A variety of improvements were needed to remove architectural
barriers and address life-safety issues. Harbor Architects upgraded
the existing building and coordinated among the various groups
utilizing this former Armory to best provide for the needs and
desires of each. This project accommodated expansion into previously
unused spaces and allowed for a new elevator to service all floors.
Primary funding was from a $500,000.00 Community Development Block
Grant.
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Facility Reorganization and
Remodeling
Evergreen Counseling Center
Hoquiam, Washington
This office has been working with Evergreen
Counseling Center (ECC) since 1985 on a variety of projects that have utilized the full
range of architectural services, from programming to construction administration.
In a recent endeavor, the firm worked closely with
ECC personnel to develop a plan for consolidating many of their programs into two
connected buildings. Architectural challenges
included the accommodation of many and varied services into one space while creating
several different entrances for separate client programs.
Accessibility issues and compliance with current codes were addressed as well. This firm organized pre-plan review meetings with
City Planning and Fire officials to determine specific requirements in order to address
issues as efficiently as possible. Phase I
of this project was completed by the building owner, while Phase II, involving one of the
two buildings, was constructed by Coyle Construction, Inc. of Aberdeen for $249,000.
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Bridge &
Truck Scale
Grays Harbor PUD
Aberdeen & Hoquiam, Washington
In conjunction with our
engineering consultant, Harbor Architects provided support slab design to
accommodate a 120,000 lb. capacity truck scale as well as a pile-supported
vehicle bridge on PUD owned property. The bridge portion of the project
required applying to the Department of Fisheries & Wildlife for a
hydraulic project permit.
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