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OREGON EPISCOPAL SCHOOL GYM

Distinctive Gyms: Renovation and expansion will showcase school’s athletic talent

Originally built in the 1960s, Oregon Episcopal School is currently renovating the existing junior varsity gym (20,000-sf); adding a new, wood-framed varsity gym (22,000-sf) with a mezzanine level; and separating these two structures by a seismic joint. Updated spaces will include a new gathering space and athletic offices. The varsity gym’s roof framing consists of massive 102-ft long glulam beams supported by glulam columns. The wood frame design includes a mix of heavy timber, wood open web trusses, and conventional light frame construction.

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Location:
Portland, Oregon
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Area:
42,000-sf
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Size:
2 stories
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Service:
Structural
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Industries:
PK-12, Mass Timber, Sports, Sustainable Design
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Primary Material:
Masonry, Wood
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Sustainability:
Energy Trust of Oregon Path to Net Zero

Project Highlights

  • The straightforward wood frame design helped the project team move ahead of construction schedule for the expansion.
  • CMU basement retaining walls were installed (instead of concrete retaining walls) to reduce the foundation cost.
  • Owners are pursuing Energy Trust of Oregon Path to Net Zero recognition with this project.

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