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Tykeson Hall featured in Oregon Architect

Mark Young, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, principal at Rowell Brokaw, said this project stands apart from other projects the firm has done on the campus because of the unique and innovative program involved. “There isn’t much precedent to rely on, so programming has been very exploratory. There have been significant discoveries about the program that have come about through the design of the building,” he said. “In addition, the central location in the historic campus core brings a higher level of visibility and scrutiny to the project, much more than our previous work at the University of Oregon.”

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Spotlight on 1203 Willamette in The Register-Guard

A group of Eugene developers plans to add life to a downtown building they say now contributes to a dead zone in the heart of the city. Mark Miksis, John Rowell, Greg Brokaw, Kaz Oveissi and other investors intend to buy the vacant building on Willamette Street that formerly housed the Oregon Antique Mall and renovate it for use by several businesses, including a couple of their own.

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Jefferson Library featured in Democrat-Herald

Residents have worked since 2009 to create a new library for this small town, and their efforts are finally paying off. A groundbreaking for the new Jefferson Public Library, which will be adjacent to City Hall, is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. March 23. “I’m giddy,” said Linda Baker, president of the Friends of the Jefferson Library. “This group has worked a long time.”

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MCC hosts pre-bid Open House for Eugene City Hall

McKenzie Commercial Contractors held an open house on the Eugene City Hall site to talk to subcontractors and maximize the number of bids Mc­Kenzie will received. The bids submitted to the contractor will shape the City Hall budget proposal that is to come before the City Council for its review and vote this summer. Download PDF presented at Tuesday's open house.

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RB wins UO Tykeson College and Careers project

We're happy to announce that Rowell Brokaw in association with Office 52 has been selected to design the new Tykeson College and Careers building at the University of Oregon. We're looking forward to the challenge of designing a new building in the campus core that expresses the UO's unique values and character, that connects to the historic and compelling open spaces, and that pushes the boundaries of the institution's commitment to execute high quality campus environments. 

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New photos of UO Columbia 150 Lecture Hall

Recent photos of Columbia Hall 150, 450-seat lecture hall, Alan Brandt Photography, Bend Oregon. This completed $2.2M renovation included a reorganization of internal circulation, improved accessibility, and new furnishings, finishes, lighting and audio visual systems. Mainly used for the sciences, the space is avail by able for all disciplines and for evening events.

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RB staff tours Roseburg Forest Products Headquarters project

Rowell Brokaw staff toured the Roseburg Forest Products New Headquarters project last week. Currently under construction in Springfield, Oregon, the 40,000 sf building is expected to be complete in September 2016. A big thank you to general contractor, McKenzie Commercial  for treating us to some delicious cheesecake from Sweetlife. 

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BHE Group's new offices in downtown Eugene

BHEGroup recently moved their offices into the heart of downtown Eugene when they relocated to the Woolworth Building. Rowell Brokaw worked with them to design their new office space representing their new name and brand. The plan features an open office against the south-facing windows with private and public meeting rooms available for small and large gatherings. The plan also includes landing work zones housing their reference library and sized to layout large drawing sets. The exposed ceiling, painted white, and other neutral finishes provided a canvas to feature the bright pop of their their new brand.

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