MIAMI VALLEY HOSPITAL DAY CARE

Client: Miami Valley Hospital

Description: Oregon Group provided complete programming and design services for a new child care facility at the Miami Valley Hospital.  The center serves the needs of hospital staff.  This structure includes classrooms, a large multi-purpose room, rest rooms and support/administrative areas. Interior finish selection stressed ease of cleaning and durability. The program for the day care center was generated by the Oregon Group Architects and included a site usage analysis, code and zoning analysis, schematic room diagrams and a projected schedule for the preparation of construction documents. The schedule was critical since the administration required that the facility be in operation within one year of the design team selection.  The program was completed in one month and the contract documents were completed in four months allowing the day care center to open on time.

THE LATCH-ON ACADEMY

Client: The Latch-On Academy / RTA

Description: Latch-On Academy relocated adjacent to the newly created RTA Park and Ride Maxi-hub. Commuters had access to child care and mass transit lines in one convenient location.  The existing structure had housed an auto parts warehouse.  The proposed 22,000 SF facility was designed to accommodate 375 children and infants. The facility included office space, serving kitchen, infant room, community room and outdoor play area.  Oregon Group provided design services for improvements to the entire building shell  and tenant fit-up services for the Latch-On Academy.  Coordination of multiple new tenants and their design teams provided for exciting collaborative efforts.

ODPS / ODOT HILLTOP FACILITY

Client: State of Ohio

Description: As part of the design team, Oregon Group Architects was responsible for the Code compliance for these two, five story, 1,000,000 square foot buildings.  Valued at $110,000,000.00 these structures terrace down a hillside just west of the Columbus urban core and overlooking I-70.  Fast tracked, each package was designed and bid prior to the completion of the overall building design.  Oregon Group worked closely with both the architects and engineers to meet all the Ohio Building Code requirements.  This included establishing use groups, fire classifications, occupancy loads and carefully monitoring travel distances, exiting and interior finishes.  A tunnel connecting the two building, open terraces, and atrium spaces were design features of the building.

MONTGOMERY COUNTY BUILDING REGULATIONS

Client: Montgomery County

Description: For eight years Montgomery County contracted with Oregon Group Architects to do building plan review for building permits in Montgomery County.  Drawings for all structures to be developed were reviewed for compliance with the O.B.B.C. or C.A.B.O. codes.  Zoning, flood plain, airport overlay zoning and water retention design were also the responsibility of the firm.  Kyle Zepernick was a Class II Plans Examiner with the City of Dayton and currently maintains his certification.  The firm acts as backup plans examiner for several counties and municipalities. Oregon Group has also been a code consultant on several design teams and been retained by Federated Department Stores and Miami Valley Hospital for ongoing code consulting work.  A thorough understanding of the building code and it’s liberal interpretation can save owners significant construction dollars.   Reviews during the early design stages are critical to correct building and construction classification and establishing the most advantageous approach to code application.  Oregon Group’s code expertise can be an invaluable asset to design teams and building owners alike.

SBC CENTRAL OFFICE

Client: SBC Ameritech

Description: Oregon Group Architects was retained by SBC Ameritech to design the addition to their Central Office Facility in Historic Hilliard, Ohio.  Our experience with historic renovations and dealing with historic design review boards greatly enhanced the successful execution of this project.  The 12,000 square foot addition houses new offices and telephone communications equipment.  Of paramount importance to the City of Hilliard was the exterior appearance and site amenities.  The existing façade was reorganized to reduce its scale.  A public park-like area was created on part of the site which includes a gazebo and gathering area consistent with the historic character of the neighborhood.

SMITH MEMORIAL GARDENS

Client: City of Oakwood Dept. of Leisure Services

Description: The Oregon Group provided architectural services and a master plan for Phase II remodeling of Smith Memorial Gardens.  This included an addition to the garden house, remodeling of the existing garden house including a kitchenette, new interior finishes, new doors and windows, ADA compliant restrooms and mechanical upgrades.  On the addition,  existing materials were incorporated into the new structure to help ease the transition between old and new.  Also a separate storage structure was constructed incorporating complimentary materials and sensitive massing.

MORRIS HOUSE ELDERLY HOUSING

Client: Miami Metropolitan Housing Authority

Description: This project entailed the conversion of the existing Lollis House Hotel located on the city of Troy’s historic square into 35 elderly public housing units.  Separate living quarters are designed  and supported by a congregate dining and kitchen facility.  The kitchen is large enough to service a portion of the ‘Meals on Wheels’ program in Miami County.  The exterior facade was stripped using acceptable methods for historic renovations.  An addition to the rear complimented the existing facade.  Historic arches were uncovered and refurbished.  A new stair enclosure was built to meet code requirements and a rear section was removed to create outdoor spaces for residents.

EICHELBERGER BUILDING RENOVATION

Client: Theo Williams

Description: Located in the Oregon Historic District of Dayton, Ohio, this 1914 multi-use structure was one of the 'modern' masonry and steel structures of the time.  Constructed after the 1913 flood that devastated the area, the site was, and remains, in a thriving neighborhood business center.  Renovation work included all new building systems, adaptive reorganization of interior spaces, new finishes and code upgrades. Second and third floor apartments now meet current Building and Fire Codes and modern amenities were added to kitchen and bath areas. Street level commercial facades were rebuilt as were exterior stairs and entry doors. Existing tin ceilings were repaired and new lighting installed.  Masonry was cleaned and paint removed as required.  Following the National Parks Standards, the 8,000 square foot completed structure was added to the National Register of Historic Places.

360 SOUTH PATTERSON BLVD

Client: Oregon Group Architects

Description: The Oregon Group provided full design services for the adaptive reuse of an abandoned residence for their corporate offices from 1991 to 2009 in the Oregon Historic District.  Built is 1862, this structure meets the renovation guidelines of the National Park Service. After years of abuse, this building had been structurally compromised and internally reconfigured to accommodate seven boarding rooms and a warehouse space.  As part of the renovation new systems, finishes and landscaping were incorporated. A large luxury apartment was created above the offices on the first floor. Funding for the project included federal tax credits and City Wide Development loans and tax abatements.

OAKWOOD CREW QUARTERS

Client: City of Oakwood

Description: The City of Oakwood, in an effort to upgrade its Municipal Building while improving officer morale and comfort, hired Oregon Group to redesign and renovate the section of the building housing the safety officers.  No renovation of this space had occurred in almost twenty-five years.  Changes in operations procedures had demanded greater utilization of the space and the employment of female officers demanded reorganization of spaces. The Oregon Group, with Kimmel Meyer Associates, developed plans to revitalize the building's interior spaces.  New air conditioning and ventilation systems were designed and ceilings lowered to accommodate new ductwork. The extremely tight urban site and pitched slate roof allowed no space for mechanical equipment.  To compensate, new decks were built above grade to house equipment.  Internal spaces were redesigned. New finishes were selected, appropriate for an active safety department.  New toilet and shower rooms were designed as well as the sleeping dormitory.

MIAMI VALLEY RTA TRANSIT PAVILION

Client: City of Dayton

Description: Oregon Group designed the new RTA Pavilion, located on a once vacant historic site at the center of Downtown Dayton. The building is a tiny jewel among the many urban structures.  Designed not to compete with, but to reflect its surroundings; the clear anodized skin, mirrors the color and motion that is such a part of the urban landscape. At night it's glass walls glow with the lights of the street vendor and ticket sales.  It is not so much a building, as it is a place.  Pedestrians walk in, through and around the two pods connected by the sixty foot tower complete with four clock faces, chimes, and seasonal music.

DAYTON SECOND DISTRICT POLICE HEADQUARTERS

Client: City of Dayton Engineering Dept.

Description: The Oregon Group Architects was retained by the City of Dayton to design the first new city police neighborhood headquarters building in 20 years.  The new facility included classrooms, locker areas, a weight/exercise room and administrative areas.  An integrated design was essential, gracefully placing the building in an existing residential neighborhood and interfacing with the adjacent fire station.  This project was awarded the 'Award of Merit - Excellence in Masonry' from The Masonry Institute of Dayton.

OHIO STATE HIGHWAY PATROL DISTRICT 5 HQ

Client: Ohio Department of Public Safety

Description: The District 5 Headquarters and Piqua Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol began as a renovation project.  The Oregon Group Architects was retained by the State of Ohio to lead the renovation effort.  As the program developed it was determined that the existing facility was completely inadequate and a new facility should be constructed.  The new 9,270 square foot building houses the District 5 Headquarters which is the administrative command center for over ten counties in Southwest Ohio. The local Piqua Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is also housed in this facility. The program for the two functions demanded separate zones of activity with certain shared functions including a locker room with shower and changing areas, a 450 square foot training and public meeting room, and a central dispatch room.  HVAC systems were split to accommodate the various functions and to afford energy efficiency.

BOMBERGER TEEN CENTER

Client: City of Dayton Dept. of Parks & Leisure

Description: Oregon Group Architects was retained by the City of Dayton Department of Parks and Leisure to renovate an existing teen center in Dayton’s old east side.  The renovation was to create a showcase teen center for the City of Dayton.  A complex program was developed after meetings with administrators, teens and neighborhood groups.  All interior spaces and circulation patterns were reorganized including a new handicap accessible entry with elevator.  A new HVAC system, doors, windows, landscaping and interior finishes completed a multifaceted renovation project. Hazardous materials including vinyl asbestos tile and asbestos insulation were identified and abated. Design work was also coordinated with a roof replacement and structural stabilization.

LOGAN COUNTY ODOT FACILITY

Client: Office of the State Architect

Description: Our working relationship with ODOT continued with the design of the new Logan County Maintenance Facility.  The facility was similar in size, 28,000 SF, and construction to the Montgomery County and Hamilton County garages. Our work involved completion of construction documents and continued with administering the Bidding and Construction Phases of the project. OGA was responsible for the orderly progress of the work utilizing a critical path schedule. Two separate prime contractors were on the site with the general contractor acting as the lead. The new facility combines spaces for ODOT truck washing, maintenance and storage with district offices and dispatch. A gasoline fueling station, an emergency generator, and monopole are included.

DRUG MART WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP

Client: Glitz and Associates

Description: Oregon Group Architects, Inc was retained to help develop a new 50,000 square foot retail center located in Washington Township, Ohio. The final design incorporates the needs of a large discount drug store and those of future adjacent retailers. Planning, zoning and code issues were handled by the office.  Located at the corner of two busy suburban arteries, the building combines brick and EIFS, incorporates offsets and variations in the canopy to add interest to the strip center.  Parking areas are broken up with tree islands, and screening is accomplished by landscaped mounds.  The firm continues to provide tenant fit-up services for various retail lessees at the center.

KETTERING TOWNE CENTER

Client: Center-Plex Venture

Description: The Kettering Towne Center is a regional retail center with over 220,000 square feet of leaseable area.  The center contains a wide variety of tenants, from the 1,200 square foot local shop owner to the 82,000 square foot Elder Beerman Department Store.  Originally constructed in 1964, the center has undergone several renovations including a major facelift completed by our firm. Being a mixed use structure, it presents unique design and code challenges as tenants change, expand or downsize. As part of a Planned Unit Development, the Oregon Group works closely with the City of Kettering Planning Department ensuring conformance to their design and performance standards. Center-Plex Venture, has been a client of Oregon Group Architects since 1985 and continues to rely on our expertise in tenant fit-up design.

RIVERVIEW TERRACE APARTMENTS

Client: Dayton Metropolitan Housing Authority

Description: As part of its modernization efforts, Dayton Metropolitan Housing Authority contracted with Oregon Group to completely renovate 62 apartment units in five buildings.  The project was developed in two phases:  roof and exterior envelope renovations were completed first, followed by site and defensibility improvements.  This was done to expedite the replacement of deteriorated roofs prior to the vacation and subsequent modernization of the five buildings. All site utilities were tested, cleaned and replaced as needed.  Exteriors of buildings were cleaned, new gutters, downspouts, fascias and rake trim were installed.  The remainder of the design included new windows, doors, cabinets, HVAC and plumbing fixtures, lighting and finishes.  The total site utilized the “Defensible Space” concept and security screens, storm doors, fencing and site lighting were installed to create a safe haven.  Children’s play areas, passive seating areas and new controlled parking areas were also added.

BELLEFONTAINE RIDGE APARTMENTS

Client: Dayton Metropolitan Housing Authority

Description: Oregon Group Architects was retained to provide a face lift to the Bellefontaine Ridge apartment complex in Huber Heights, Ohio. Oregon Group assessed the conditions of the exterior finishes and presented an improvement project that fit within the client’s budget.  The existing siding was deteriorated and required replacement.  Masonry walls were in need of tuck-pointing from water entering behind the failing siding.  New fiber cement lap siding and trim was selected for its durability and long life expectancy. New shingle roofs and storm doors complete the exterior improvements and give the site a unified appearance.

DMHA - WOODVIEW

Client: Dayton Metropolitan Housing Authority

Description: Oregon Group Architects provided design services for the third and final phase of partial modernization at DMHA’s Woodview site.  Phase IV included 10 apartment units in five duplex buildings. Work included a complete updating of the interior finishes and renovation of the bathrooms and kitchens. Eight of the units were altered to become visitable per HUD recommendations.  Two of the units were altered to make fully accessible to UFAS accessibility standards and one unit was made compliant for sight and hearing impaired residents. Building exterior improvements included new roofing, fiber cement siding, windows, doors and accessories.  New landscaping beds, concrete drives, sidewalks and sodded yards improved curb appeal.

NORTHCLIFF APARTMENTS RENOVATION

Client: CountyCorp

Description: Northcliff Apartments is a two-building, 20-unit apartment complex in Riverside, Ohio. Using Neighborhood Stabilization Funding, CountyCorp renovated the complex into a modern housing development. Five of the units were given special attention to redesigning the floor plan to allow the unit to be UFAS accessible. All first floor apartment units were made “visitable” per HUD recommendations. Both buildings contained handicap accessible laundry facilities. Work consisted of new kitchens featuring oak cabinets, plastic laminate countertops, and Luxury vinyl tile flooring.  New baths offer VCT tile flooring, vanity, and bathtubs with surround.  Other new work included interior finishes, roofs, windows, doors, brick tuck pointing and new exterior landscaping. All hazardous materials, including lead paint and asbestos containing materials, were identified and abated. Both buildings were served with a new open loop ground water source geothermal heating and air conditioning system.

WESTERFIELD APARTMENTS

Client: Greater Dayton Premiere Management

Description: Oregon Group Architects provided design services to GDPM for building improvements to their housing development on Westerfield Drive in Centerville, Ohio. The development consists of 2 buildings with 10 units each, none of which were handicapped accessible prior to construction. The two bedroom townhome style apartments have living space on the first floor and the bedrooms on the 2nd floor. GDPM desired to have one of the units handicapped accessible and a second unit Sight and Hearing Impaired compliant. Two of the town homes were completely renovated to accommodate this. The lower levels of two units were combined to create a new UFAS compliant unit and the two upper floors were combined to create the new sight and hearing impaired unit. The remaining 18 units received new HVAC systems, water heaters, light fixtures, smoke detectors, plumbing trims, door hardware and entry doors.  Site improvements were also made including a new parking lot, walks and a dumpster enclosure.

ARGELLA  AVE. RENOVATION

Client: Dayton Metropolitan Housing Authority

Description: Oregon Group Architects provided design services for the modernization of a four unit apartment building on Argella Avenue in Dayton. DMHA  purchased the building and wished to make significant improvements to the property. Improvements were made in accordance with Enterprise Green Communities “Green Communities Criteria” which addresses green building strategies into affordable housing design, development, and operations. Plumbing, mechanical and electrical systems were replaced or upgraded for more energy efficient use. Energy Star appliances and windows were installed. Kitchens and bathrooms were modernized and new interior finishes installed through out the building. One apartment unit was converted to a fully accessible UFAS unit and one unit was converted to a sight and hearing impaired apartment.

THE BAUSMAN RESIDENCE

Client: The Bausmans

Description: The Bausman residence, originally built in the 1950’s, contained a formal living room, dining room and parlor but no family room. Oregon Group designed an addition off the existing kitchen which included a family room / entertainment space off the expanded kitchen space. A third garage bay was added to house a collectable car.  The exterior masonry included a unique gable end brick detail and lap siding found on the existing structure. Careful attention was given to incorporating the addition into the beautifully landscaped site and existing rear wood deck.

THE BROWNLEE RESIDENCE

Client: The Brownlee’s

Description: This residence is the new home for a retiring couple in west central rural Ohio.  Located in a prairie field with wild flowers and indigenous grasses, the home captures natural vistas with abundant fenestration and outdoor living spaces.  The floor plan is anchored with a large living room and kitchen, perfect for entertaining. Flanked to the west by a guest wing with bedroom, bath and veranda and to the east by a master bedroom, master bath, office and master veranda.  A recreation room and all utility spaces are located in the walk-out basement.  The house incorporated an energy efficient geothermal heating and cooling system and took advantage of natural daylighting opportunities. Interior design work was completed by an outside consultant.

THE FINDLAY RESIDENCE

Client: The Findlay's

Description: This project creates an expanded second floor for this 1920’s era home.  A new master bathroom and closet are built over a single story family room space.  The addition includes a whirlpool tub, walk-in shower area, and walk in closet.  High ceilings through out offer an open airy feel.  A second component of the project expands the second floor bedroom and stairway over a single story kitchen space.  Maintaining the gambrel roof permits a new third floor loft and bedroom in a previous attic area. New windows at the landings of the second and third floors let an bundance of light into the stairwell and center of the home. The new roof extension creates a covered entry at the rear of the home.

BUSHNELL BUILDING

Client: Bushnell Investments

Description: Bushnell Investment Group retained Oregon Group Architects to provide professional design services for the renovation of the third, fourth and fifth floors of the Bushnell Building in downtown Springfield. The building is on the Register of Historic Places and faces the downtown fountain plaza. The 25,000 SF fourth floor contains corporate offices and a call center space for the insurance claim management company HSG / Code Blue. The existing open floor plan was completely redesigned to accommodate the new tenant while preserving the historically significant fabric of the building. The third and fifth floors were prepared for future expansion of the Code Blue call center. This building was awarded LEED Platinum certification from the US Green Building Council. It is the first building in the State of Ohio to be on the National Register of Historic Places and receive LEED Platinum certification.

LAFORSCH ORTHOPEDICS

Client: Laforsch Orthopedics

Description: Oregon Group Architects designed this new structure on a tight urban site in the old North Dayton area. The facility combined manufacturing, retail sales, professional administrative offices, prosthesis research and development laboratories as well as the corporate headquarters for LaForsch Orthopedic. Flexibility of interior spaces was a critical aspect of the design due to the varied functions within. The main areas were designed to operate independently of the others, yet are arranged around the central administrative offices allowing easy communication between researchers, manufacturers and administrators. The owner was committed to maintaining the integrity of the surrounding neighborhood and wanted to convey an image of professionalism and quality. The exterior design incorporates stone and brick complimenting several nearby buildings and reinforcing the language of the street.

ODPS AND ODOT OFFICE BUILDING

Client: Ohio Department of Public Safety and The Ohio Department of Transportation

Description: As part of the design team, Oregon Group Architects was responsible for the code compliance portion of design of these 2  five-story, 1,000,000 square foot buildings.  Valued at $110,000,000, these structures terrace down a hillside just west of the Columbus urban core- overlooking I-70.  Fast tracked, each package was designed and bid prior to the completion of the overall building design.  Oregon Group worked closely with both the architects and engineers to meet all the Ohio Building Code requirements.  This included establishing use groups, fire classifications, occupancy loads and carefully monitoring travel distances, exiting and interior finishes for the complex design program.  A tunnel connecting the two buildings, open terraces, and atrium spaces were design features of the building.

MIAMI VALLEY RTA

Client: Miami Valley Regional Transit

Description: Programming of approximately 12,000 square feet and subsequent space planning and design for corporate offices of Miami Valley RTA.  Work included interviewing entire staff and reorganizing internal relationships, relocating functions, developing new functions in alternative areas and providing additional electrical systems and new HVAC systems. Support spaces included small conference rooms and a corporate board conference room. Renovation was to be accomplished while the building was occupied and the schedule demanded that new air conditioning systems be installed prior to the cooling season. Certain spaces, including operator control areas, had to maintain air conditioning at all times.

DAYTON METROPOLITAN HOUSING AUTHORITY CENTRAL OFFICE

Client: Dayton Metropolitan Housing Authority

Description: In response to a staff reorganization initiative, GDPM (formerly known as DMHA) retained the services of Oregon Group Architects to assess their Central Office Building of 22,000 s.f. where staffing increased by 30 persons in the first quarter of 2009.  Concurrently with the space assessment, aesthetic, HVAC, environmental and barrier free issues were identified and plans developed to mitigate non-conforming areas.

The 1961 building is bi-level in design with entries at mid level. Preliminary investigation surveyed staff adjacency requirements, circulation and space allotments. Building on the survey feedback, floor plans were developed to meet the proposed new requirements and a new entry proposed for the building. The addition was designed to update the image and accessibility of the facility.  The new two story curtain wall entry vestibule with interior ramps to upgraded elevator access.  Improvements include new roofing, floor finishes, walls, windows. PME systems are to be reconfigured to meet the requirements of an open office plan. During the construction, hazardous materials will be abated. All areas of the building will meet current building codes and accessibility requirements. The building remained occupied during construction.

EDISON STATE - SCIENCE LABS

Client: Edison State Community College

Description: Oregon Group Architects provided design services to Edison State Community College for the renovation of 4 science labs, 1 computer lab and a science lab prep room. Each Science lab has seating for 24 students, 2 of which are ADA accessible. The renovations to the science labs included: new lab casework and tops, sinks, whiteboards and chalkboards, microscope storage, UV goggle cabinets, backpack cubbies, instructors desks, as well as painting and other finishes. The computer lab received new furniture and finishes.

DAYTON URBAN ACADEMY

Client: Dayton Urban Academy

Description: In January of 2001, the Dayton Urban Academy relocated their school to the Landmark Building, a four story masonry structure, at the corner of Main and Fourth Streets in downtown Dayton, OH. Oregon Group Architects, created the educational spaces needed to accommodate the enrollment of 425 children within this historic building. Grades K-2 are located on the first floor. Grades 3-8, the media center,  assembly/lunch area and courtyard playground are located on the second floor. Administrative offices are housed on the fourth floor.   Securing the needed zoning and building code variances were primary to making this school project a success. Oregon Group Architects identified the issues and represented the owner in all negotiations with City of Dayton and the local Board of Appeals.

SINCLAIR COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Client: Sinclair Community College

Description: Sinclair Community College has retained the Oregon Group Architects, Inc. under a multiple task contract to design and renovate a variety of campus services and facilities.

Projects are typically oriented toward providing better service to staff and students and to a safer campus. Our ongoing relationship with the  College has been extremely rewarding. Academic and recreational buildings geared for student and community use is a unique and specialized interest of the firm.  Each project has been individually designed, bid and constructed under strict time and budgetary constraints. OGA has also been responsible for coordinating occupancy of the facilities during construction.

OHIO SCHOOL FACILITIES COMMISSION

Client: Stan & Associates Engineers

Cost: Varies

Description: Oregon Group Architects is part of a team for commissioning of local district’s new schools. As part of Stan & Associates Engineer’s building commissioning team, Oregon Group Architects was responsible for the building envelope portion of the process. Oregon Group reviewed the Owner’s Project Requirements and designer’s Basis of Design for thoroughness and compatibility with the Ohio School Design Manual. Drawings and specifications were reviewed at Schematic Design, Design Development and Construction Document phases for adherence to the OSDM, OPR and BOD. On-site reviews of roofing systems, wall systems, wall openings, slab and below grade envelope systems and sealant systems for continuity and performance of moisture, thermal, air and water vapor control systems. OGA attended critical pre-installation conferences and reviewed mock-up panels prior to work commencing. During construction the building envelope was reviewed periodically for quality control.

DAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Client: Dayton Public Schools

Description: WARM SAFE & DRY PROJECTS - Oregon Group Architects was retained to provide design services for the Dayton Public Schools Warm, Safe and Dry Programs Phase I and II. Work included roof repair / replacement, masonry restoration, ADA and fire alarm upgrades, boiler replacement and demolition of decommissioned schools. Gardendale Academy received a new roof, ADA restroom and fire alarm upgrades and a new boiler. Wilber Wright Middle School received a new roof, masonry repairs and a new boiler. Historically significant Longfellow Center received extensive masonry and cornice repair. Seven schools were demolished and their grounds restored for redevelopment. Oregon Group also assisted Heapy Engineering with several Warm. Safe and Dry projects, which were PME lead but involved architectural work as well.  More than ten buildings were included in both phases of work.

DAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Client: Dayton Public Schools

DEMOLITION PROJECTS: In response to citizen concerns, Dayton Public Schools, in cooperation with the OSFC, undertook the demolition of school buildings. These buildings were either closed  as result of being replaced by new facilities or because the building was no longer needed to serve the reduced student population.  Some structures had been abandoned for several years while others were demolished as students moved to new facilities. Oregon Group Architects has provided demolition documents for the following Dayton Public School Buildings:

- Patterson Co-Op

- Whittier School

- Allen School

- Westwood Recreation Complex

- Carlson Elementary School

- Franklin Elementary School

- U.S. Grant Elementary School

OSU BRADLEY-PATERSON HALL ROOF

Client: The Ohio State University

Description: Bradley and Paterson Halls are four-story dormitory buildings on Ohio State’s main campus in Columbus, Ohio. The existing 18,000 SF roof system was a built-up coal tar system over a structural concrete deck.  The roof was replaced with a 4-ply built-up coal tar system over 4” of new polyisocyanurate insulation board. The roof area included three elevated elevator machine room/stair tower roofs and three large penthouse roof areas with slate shingles. Loose shingles  were re-secured and two rows of shingles were removed to allow installation of new flashing for the built-up roofing system. The project included re-flashing the existing scuppers and adding new scuppers to meet new building code requirements. HVAC equipment curbs were raised to accommodate the additional insulation thickness. The buildings’ masonry parapet walls were tuck pointed above the roof line and the limestone caps removed and reset with a new stainless steel flashing system.

LONDON CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTE

Client: Ohio Department of Rehabilitation & Correction

Description: Oregon Group Architects was retained to assess the exterior masonry envelope of the London Correctional Institute and provided design services to correct identified deficiencies. Built in three phases from 1924 through 1930, the 425,000 square foot multi-wythe solid masonry structure has had only minor maintenance projects completed in the past 80 years. Our assessment report identified multiple building envelope issues which needed addressed to make a weather tight envelope.

Due to the nature of corrections work, special precautions were identified in the specifications for contractors. Work was phased to limit areas of work in each courtyard, equipment and supplies needed to be secured each evening, all work was required to be conducted on aerial lifts, no scaffolding was permitted on site.

OHIO SCHOOL FACILITIES COMMISSION

BUILDING ENVELOPE COMMISSIONING

Client: Stan & Associates Engineers

Description: Oregon Group Architects is part of a team for commissioning of local district’s new schools.  As part of Stan & Associates Engineer’s building commissioning team, Oregon Group Architects was responsible for the building envelope portion of the process. Oregon Group reviewed the Owner’s Project Requirements and designer’s Basis of Design for thoroughness and compatibility with the Ohio School Design Manual. Drawings and specifications were reviewed at Schematic Design, Design Development and Construction Document phases for adherence to the OSDM, OPR and BOD. On-site reviews of roofing systems, wall systems, wall openings, slab and below grade envelope systems and sealant systems for continuity and performance of moisture, thermal, air and water vapor control systems. OGA attended pre-installation conferences and reviewed mock-up panels prior to work commencing.

OSU BRADLEY-PATERSON HALL RE-ROOF

Client: The Ohio State University

Description: Bradley and Paterson Halls are four-story dormitory buildings on Ohio State’s main campus in Columbus, Ohio. The existing 18,000 SF roof system was a built-up coal tar system over a structural concrete deck.  The roof was replaced with a 4-ply built-up coal tar system over 4” of new polyisocyanurate insulation board. The roof area included three elevated elevator machine room/stair tower roofs and three large penthouse roof areas with slate shingles. Loose shingles  were re-secured and two rows of shingles were removed to allow installation of new flashing for the built-up roofing system. The project included re-flashing the existing scuppers and adding new scuppers to meet new building code requirements. HVAC equipment curbs were raised to accommodate the additional insulation thickness. The buildings’ masonry parapet walls were tuck pointed above the roof line and the limestone caps removed and reset with a new stainless steel flashing system.