Projects
Modernizing the Western Ecology Division research lab
Environmental Protection Agency
Corvallis, OR, USA
Corvallis, OR, USA
Water Quality Research Laboratory Modernization/Expansion
The Western Ecology Division campus for the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is a 1950s-era research facility in Oregon. The mid-century modern architecture is characterized by clean lines, minimal ornamentation, and a functional approach that the organization wanted to preserve.
Adapting for more modern use involved seismic evaluation, structural repairs, and replacing the existing HVAC systems with cleaner versions that are more capable of handling power outages. The project also saw the construction of 4,800 square feet of new annex space for offices and storage. All this was done using a phased approach that minimized disruption to operations while taking advantage of cost savings through retrofitting the design on the existing building footprint and preserving its historical value at the same time.
Services
Completion Year
2022
Construction Cost
$35 million
Size
44,000 square feet
Project Partner
Farnsworth Group