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We design for learning in all its many forms, which includes creating welcoming and engaging teaching spaces for CTE (Career & Technical education) tailored to specific career skills curriculum and hands-on learning preparing students for success in the workforce. In this article in Learning By Design Magazine, titled “Student Engagement Through Authentic Learning Experiences: How CTE Creates Real-World Learning Experiences for Students”, Integrus Senior Associate Molly Jacobs teams up with Diego Barrera, principal, WRA Architects, to explore how CTE serves as a beacon of innovation and opportunity in contemporary education. The current structure of CTE programs is distinguished from vocational models of the past by seamlessly integrating academic knowledge with practical skills, preparing students for a variety of career pathways with the tools they need to thrive in an ever-evolving workforce. This integrated approach not only enhances student engagement but also contributes to a high graduation rate. And postsecondary CTE programs extend opportunities for students to delve deeper into their chosen interests, offering specialized training and skill development. In turn, there has been an intentional shift to create engaging CTE education environments putting learning on display to elevate the experience and draw for a diverse range of students. Learning By Design Summer 2024 - https://lnkd.in/gNJsxnRg 📷 LCSC Schweitzer Career & Technical Education Center: Lara Swimmer #LBD #LearningByDesign #CTE #designforCTE #CareerTechEd #TechnicalEducation #CTEPrograms #WRAArchitectsR

We believe in the transformative power of design. During Pride Month and throughout the year, we support the LGBTQIA+ community and honor diversity in our practice and in our work, designing inclusive spaces that support safe, welcoming spaces for everyone. Recent work includes pro bono master planning and permitting services for non-profit We Shine’s Avalon Village–Portland’s first micro-village of tiny-homes prioritizing LGBTQIA+ people. This past year we’ve taken a look at the shift of societal norms surrounding public restrooms. When designed with intentionality, these spaces can create a sense of welcoming for all by improving efficiencies, reducing wait times, tackling safety concerns, and addressing social constructs. Especially on higher education campuses, students are driving change to put inclusive restrooms on display. This includes a redesign of restrooms in Fir Acres Theater at Lewis & Clark College in Portland. A Gallery in our Seattle office showcases emerging local underrepresented artists, particularly women, people of color and LGBTQIA2S+ artists. The space currently features a mural by Lydia Jewel Gerard. We continually strive for a more inclusive and accepting world supporting an equitable society for everyone.

Duck. Cover. Hold. In the seismically active northwest, we’re familiar with this instruction in the event of an earthquake. But what would you do to escape a tsunami? Go up! But where, and how? This CNN article discusses tsunami preparedness and response. For places where there is no safe higher elevation or not enough time to get there, vertical evacuation sites offer refuge from tsunami within reach of people nearby. It references our work at the Oregon State University coastal campus in Newport, OR, with a building designed to withstand significant waves of water and debris. A highly visible large ramp extends from ground level up to the roof, leading to an emergency cache with supplies for 900 people to last three days (or until help comes). It's a great example for schools, hospitals and other civic buildings to consider. And check out the CNN series, ‘Violent Earth’, exploring natural disasters throughout the world. The episode about earthquake and tsunami includes good information to be aware of, whether living in an inundation zone or when visiting coastal areas in a seismic zone. It’s not a matter of if – but when! Be ready! Link to CNN 'Violent Earth' - Earthquakes & Tsunami - https://lnkd.in/g-V3e7Nt See more on OSU Gladys Valley Marine Studies Building at - https://lnkd.in/gXv82agV

'Community is the highest form of liberation.' -unknown Marking the important occasion of Freedom Day to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in America. Recognizing the struggle, pain, strength, and resilience of African-Americans—and celebrating the history, culture and contributions of the Black community in the United States. Each day we are committed to work toward a more just and equitable society. #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #DiversityBuildsStrength

The Hillyard Community Campus in Spokane, Washington—encompassing Shaw Middle School, On Track Academy and the Hillyard Branch of the Spokane Public Library—has won the 2024 Polished Apple Award, the top statewide school design award from A4LE Washington A4LE Washington Chapter! An unprecedented public/ private partnership came together as partners for change to create a campus of shared resources to position students and families for success, in one of the most economically challenged districts in the state. Jury comments called out —“It’s hard enough working on a school project with one or two stakeholders, we can’t imagine navigating about 12 different ones. What stood out was the level of planning amongst the many entities...and the flexibility of spaces for hands-on learning.” A big shout out to the Hillyard community, On Track Academy, Spokane Public Library and our design and construction teams who brought about this beautiful place that builds school and community pride, supporting belonging and inclusion for better education experiences for students. #A4LE #polishedappleaward #education #community #educationdesign #schools #ShawMiddleSchool #OnTrack #HillyardLibrary #TeamIntegrus Spokane Public Schools Spokane Public Library

On the occasion of the AIA Conference on Architecture & Design, we want to highlight our team’s many local and national AIA involvements. We’re proud to support this premiere national design professional organization. SPOKANE Brian Piippo, Associate, is President and Jason Bond, Associate, is Treasurer of the AIA Spokane chapter. Brian and Jason frequently host student groups in our office and serve as student design project reviewers at area universities and colleges. Katie Cherrier, Associate, is the AIA National Associates Committee At-Large Director of the VALUE Work Group. Katie, Chien-yi Chu, and Becky Barnhart, President, visited Olympia as part of the AIA Washington Council ‘Capitol Connections’ lobby day delegation connecting with state legislators about local issues of interest to the design arena. SEATTLE Brian Carter, CEO, Chairs the Practice Committee at AIAWA and is the AIAWA representative on the Technical Advisory Committee at OSPI. Rebecca Baibak, Principal, serves on the national AIA CAE (Committee on Architecture for Education) which supports issues, policies and outreach to foster innovation in the design of educational facilities. Patrick Donnelly, Associate Principal, is a co-chair of AIA Seattle COTE (Committee on the Environment) which sets standards in sustainable design excellence. Sam Schafer, Associate Principal, is a co-chair of the local committee of the national AIA CAE (Committee on Architecture for Education). Chien-yi Chu, Associate, serves on the AIA National Associate Committee, in the role of State/Territory Associates Representative (STAR) for Washington State. PORTLAND Associate Principal Jesse Walt is presenting on the U.S. Embassy in Maputo, Mozambique at AIA24. Angel Lopez Sanchez, one of our emerging professionals, recently attended the Oregon Design Conference as part of AIA Oregon’s Mentor Madness program. Ericka Colvin, Associate, attended the national AIA Women’s Leadership Summit last fall. hashtag#AIALeadership hashtag#AIAWashington hashtag#AIAOregon hashtag#AIASpokane hashtag#AIASeattle hashtag#AIAPortland hashtag#AIAWomenLeadership hashtag#AIACOTE hashtag#AIACAE hashtag#TeamIntegrus

2024 A4LE Washington Chapter Conference - June 13-15 This week we welcome the A4LE Washington Chapter to Spokane! The conference theme ‘Convergence: Many Paths, One Purpose’ references the city’s rushing river as a metaphor for the dynamic nature of education that flows and evolves. Activities include tours of several recently completed buildings designed by Integrus—and a Happy Hour we’re sponsoring Friday night. Carla Peperzak Middle School The new Carla Peperzak Middle School is situated at the edge of the Palouse, with form and materials evoking the architecture of surrounding farmlands. Bright, open learning neighborhoods connecting to a central shared commons and an outdoor sensory garden foster a sense of community. Hillyard Campus- Shaw Middle School & On Track Academy + Spokane Public Library Shaw Middle School and the alternative On Track Academy are part of the Hillyard Community Campus of shared resources enhancing opportunities for students, families, and the community. This includes incorporating the Spokane Public Library’s Hillyard Branch, making the entire public library system available to students. The Podium The Podium is a first-in-class facility anchoring Riverfront Park, boasting a convertible 200-meter banked indoor hydraulic track accommodating a wide variety of indoor sports and events, boosting the city’s ability to host championship level events for regional economic benefit. #A4LE #IndoorSportsFacility #RegionalEconomicBenefit #A4LEWashingtonChapter #SpokaneEducation#Designforlearning

Integrus President Becky Barnhart, and Principal Kandis Larsen are featured as part of the ‘Women in Leadership’ Special Segment in the Spokane Journal of Business. In an article titled ‘Spokane firms create leadership balance in male-dominated field’, they share from their experience coming up in the AEC arena, highlighting industry-wide challenges along with their paths to success and leadership roles through mentorship and support they have received at Integrus—which has a ratio of 48% women and three out of six female partners. https://ow.ly/BF6350SeOUP #WomenInAEC #LeadershipBalance #SpokaneBusiness #FemaleLeaders #integrus

Integrus tops the Largest Architecture Firms list from the Spokane Journal of Business! We’re proud to be going strong after 70+ years designing public architecture—creating the relational spaces that bring society together, including schools, libraries, civic buildings and U.S. embassies worldwide. • Supporting architectures of care & belonging • Sustaining environments of stewardship & innovation • Shaping spaces of community & resilience https://lnkd.in/gg3UU7Kh #Spokane #Seattle #Portland #ArchitectureFirms #PublicArchitecture #SpokaneJournalOfBusiness #Integrus #TeamIntegrus

The U.S. Embassies in Maputo, Mozambique and Colombo, Sri Lanka are featured in Architectural Record’s Civic Design issue. Check out the article titled ‘New Standards Shape a Series of New Embassies and Consulates Representing the U.S. Abroad,’ which features several recently completed U.S. diplomatic sites around the world. This is just a recent sample of our work – pre-merger both Integrus and YGH were involved with developing aesthetic concepts to bridging documents, engineering, interiors and construction administration for 20+ embassies and consulates worldwide over the past three decades. YGH worked with Allied Works on the Maputo Embassy. Integrus worked with ZGF on the Colombo Embassy. Of note, years ago Integrus and YGH worked together on an embassy in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan. Administered by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO), contemporary embassies present highly complex design challenges. They are often multi-acre campuses of buildings with offices, consular services, NGO outlets, event and meeting space, even housing for embassy personnel. Creating a welcoming presence offers amazing opportunities to reference local culture, craft and materials. Imaginatively fulfilling functional needs for security, resilience and sustainability helps to convey the ideals, technical innovation, and design leadership of the United States. https://ow.ly/tjvJ50S7QkA