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Impactful design is the heart of who we are — we purposefully facilitate collaboration, connection, and creativity to bring out the best in every project. We are intuitive listeners who love a challenge. We have a talent for crafuing innovative solutions that benefit all involved. We ofger a full range of architectural, interior design, and planning services. Our extensive experience includes new construction, renovations, feasibility studies, and master planning for both private and public projects. A B O U T L S W A R C H I T E C T S
LSW Architects, PC 610 Esther Street, Ste. 200 Vancouver, WA 98660
Casey John Wyckofg, AIA Casey@LSW-Architects.com Don Luthardt, AIA, LEED™ A.P. DonL@LSW-Architects.com Lauren Johnson, AIA, LEED™ A.P. LJohnson@LSW-Architects.com
LSW is comprised of 47 qualified employees: → 22 licensed architects → 14 design production/support stafg → 3 interior designers → 8 administrative support stafg
60+ years (founded in 1955)
Washington and Oregon
Casey John Wyckofg, AIA, Principal (50%) Ralph Willson, AIA, Principal (50%) Multi-purpose space at Ridgefield High School
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W E ’ RE GROUNDED BY YEARS O F EXPER IENCE Historically, 90% of our projects have been educational architecture; we’re experienced in crafuing innovative spaces to enhance learning and teaching. We understand the process and are well-versed on state and local rules, requirements, and procedures. We have a long history of working with the Ofgice of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) D-form process, understanding how to assist school districts with the documentation and submission process. Our collaborative efgorts ensure optimal delivery for project design, funding, and construction along with helping maintain a smooth and timely workflow. W E ’ RE COMMUNITY- MINDED We believe in building a stronger community – from the people we hire, to the resources we use, to the companies we partner with – so all the financial capital goes right back into the community. We view all our projects as part of the success of the living fabric of the communities in which they reside. Our team has a special focus on rural school districts and understands the many considerations these districts face in regard to resource management, longevity and flexibility of facilities, and community involvement.
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LONG-RA NG E FACILITIES PL ANNING | STUDY & SURV E Y LSW provides guidance, leadership, and the tools needed for school district personnel to actively participate in the Study & Survey process in the following areas: Building Systems Narratives LSW will develop systems narrative descriptions across district properties per OSPI Study & Survey requirements. We work with the school district to assist with guided walk-throughs, facilities descriptions, support, and feedback in the development of content. Building Condition Assessment Per OSPI requirements and format, LSW will provide facility assessments through on-site analysis with school district personnel to best inform the long-range planning process. Long-Range Facility Planning Participate, help facilitate, and listen to any and all ideas while providing an outsider’s perspective. We use our experience and knowledge to graphically represent the ideas and concepts of influencing outcomes.
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P RE -BOND ASSISTANCE LSW has provided assistance to a number of districts to support their pre-bond planning efgorts and we have been pleased to see the successful passage of many of them. Through our experience, we have found that there are a few key elements to a successful passage: Engagement It is important to engage the school board, district stafg, school stafg, and community in the planning process to garner widespread support. LSW’s symposium process and open house events help to create and strengthen partnerships, generate ideas and participation, and build consensus for the school districts vision and individual school designs. Communication Clear and consistent communication educates the community on why the bond is necessary and how the funds from the bond will be used to support the schools. A bond advocacy committee can support the school district by promoting the bond, where the district can only educate about the bond. Thorough Planning The entire pre-bond process is based on identifying solutions to the district’s needs and formulating a plan to achieve those solutions. Thorough research into the existing conditions, district needs and vision, and development of concepts with associated costs shows the community that the district is prepared to be a good steward of the funds.
COM M UNITY INVESTMENT LSW has established a nationally recognized programming and design process that fosters participation and support amongst stakeholders, and allows people to feel they have been heard. Our symposium process is usually a multi-day event in which we gather ideas, prioritize design and program elements, and generate plan concepts. Our symposium process is designed to accomplish the following: → Develop and strengthen relationships with project partners and the community → Enable difgerent groups to ofger their own unique perspective → Foster the acknowledgment and respect of one another’s opinions and views → Encourage integrated thinking and participation → Build consensus in large and diverse groups → Instill an ownership of the process and product We also ofger an optional community open house as an informal way to gather ideas and gauge priorities from the public at large. It provides a platform for the public to comment on concepts in a more flexible and accessible timeframe which allows more people to provide input. In most instances, we recommend inviting key permitting ofgicials to participate in community planning and investment events as well. This creates a project development path based on teamwork, mutual respect, transparency, and stakeholder by-in thereby reducing the possibility for unexpected process delays.
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Design Our project team practices a collaborative process that will take the project from vision through completion in an efgicient, focused series
vision into a thoughtfully synthesized design. Our quality control process helps to ensure that we create thorough and accurate documents to facilitate a smooth construction process and minimize change orders. Permitting We meet with jurisdictional authorities throughout the design phase to make sure certain code requirements are anticipated and included from the very beginning. We engage closely with land-use and building
unexpected delays and design changes in the review process. Construction We have many years of construction contract administration
to develop a positive environment for teamwork, and to be fair and reasonable through the construction process while keeping the school district’s best interests at the forefront. We believe that timely and appropriate responses throughout the construction process is critical to assisting the contractors in maintaining the project schedule. Project Closeout and Occupancy Our role continues afuer occupancy of the building. We facilitate the closeout process with the Contractor and perform a one-year warranty walk-through to assist with addressing problems that may have arisen. We remain engaged with our clients to identify any lessons learned so that we are ready to address them for future projects. Sustainability We are experienced with both the Washington Sustainable Schools Protocol (WSSP) and Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED™) requirements. We consider the life of the project when it comes to sustainable design. Instead of incorporating elements solely because they are labeled “green”, we implement elements based on analytical, value-driven, responsible design practices. In part, this means we utilize features that minimize energy use and maximize cost savings for our clients. We emphasize durability, efgiciency, and flexibility to create buildings that will be relevant and usable for many years. Equally important to the implementation of sustainable elements is consideration of design elements that impact the health, safety, wellness, and comfort of the occupants. Quality Control The quality control program at LSW consists of checklists specifically tailored to the project for each design phase and is based on the complexities of each phase; derived from past project experiences and lessons learned. We dedicate the time needed for a thorough review and provide appropriate adjustments/solutions where
documentation at each phase to be informed of and involved in all design decisions as well.
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L E A D E R S H I P We invest in creative people who have proven experience in educational, municipal, ofgice, housing, medical, and recreational projects.
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Associate Principal Don has experience in many difgerent building types in the Pacific Northwest as well as other areas of the country. His background and expertise reside in educational, recreational, governmental, and other public use
and produce quality construction documents resulting in successful projects. Don’s creativity and integrity earn trust and confidence with both clients and contractors. Don will supports projects through his involvement in community engagement, design review, and conceptual
management, oversight, and institutional knowledge to assist the team with planning, logistics, and quality control.
Degrees: Washington State University
→ Bachelor of Architecture → Bachelor of Science
Licensing Information
→ Architect, States of Washington and Illinois
Project Experience
→ Fruit Valley Community Learning Center Ph. I & II → Stevenson Elementary Addition and Remodel → Stevenson High School Learning Center → Sarah J Anderson Elementary School
Principal As president of LSW, Casey has a knack for assembling dynamic project teams and enhancing our clients’
is why LSW has become known for designing spaces that work, play, and grow with their inhabitants. Casey’s laid back personality belies his drive to listen, collaborate, and encourage. He leads the charge when it comes to optimistic, thoughtful, actionable vision. As principal-in-charge, Casey will ensure that the project team has the resources they need.
Degrees: Washington State University
→ Bachelor of Architecture → Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies
Licensing Information
→ Architect, State of Washington
Project Experience
→ VPS Bond Planning & Symposia → South Ridge & Union Ridge Elementary School Additions → Fort Vancouver High School
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Associate Lauren is gifued at utilizing available resources in a collaborative and innovative way to create design solutions that best meet project objectives. He brings energy to projects through his participation in and support of the project team, resulting in a positive, successful process from beginning to end. As project manager, Lauren will be the primary point of contact and project lead. He will oversee all aspects of the projects and will ensure seamless coordination among the client, project team members, and consultants.
Degrees: Phoenix Institute of Technology
→ Architecture
Licensing Information
→ Architect, States of Washington and California
Project Experience
→ Toutle Lake Remodel and Addition → Captain Strong Primary Addition → Daybreak and Tukes Valley K-8 Schools → Kelso High School Remodel and Addition
→ Location: Washougal, WA → Project Type: New construction of K-8 campus → Client: Washougal School District
Designed to accommodate 1,000 students (600 middle and 400 elementary), the school is organized into two wings that stem from a shared core. Due to its location in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, the building features a number of unique design elements. The school’s height was limited to 35- feet, resulting in the school being over 700-feet from end to end. The site will have plentiful vegetation to reduce the school’s impact on views within the Gorge. The exterior materials and colors were carefully selected to blend with the natural environment and include earth-tone browns, cherry, beige, stone, and basalt materials.
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→ Location: Stevenson, WA → Project Type: Remodel and addition → Client: Stevenson-Carson School District
Utilizing LSW’s symposium process, the 38,000 sq fu remodel and addition to Stevenson Elementary School included classrooms, a library, gymnasium, kitchen and dining areas. The library is located near the entry, reinforcing the school’s emphasis on reading. The new layout facilitates team teaching and communication, creating an environment more conducive to learning.
→ Location: Ridgefield, WA → Size: New construction → Client: Ridgefield School District
A $49 million bond passed in February 2012 provided funds for new educational facilities to supplement the existing buildings at each of Ridgefield School District’s
at Union Ridge Elementary School includes twelve classrooms, group teaching spaces, a commons, and a new gymnasium. Additionally, the baseball field has been renovated into a district field, to be used by the community and both middle school and high school teams.
→ Location: Battle Ground, WA → Project Type: New construction → Client: Battle Ground Public Schools
Chief Umtuch is an 80,000 sq fu replacement middle school that uses Battle Ground Public Schools prototypical design customized to accommodate site and adjacency needs. Located next to Captain Strong Primary School, the new school creates a shared campus feel with the primary school and site modifications reinforce that through shared bus loading and circulation.
→ Location: Ridgefield, WA → Project Type: New construction → Client: Ridgefield School District
The City of Ridgefield is one of the fastest growing cities in the state of Washington. Because of that, their current schools are becoming overcrowded and over-capacity by at least 130 students at each school. One of the biggest needs in the district is a new middle school. LSW worked with the District on the design of a 145,000 sq fu facility that houses an intermediate school for grades 5-6 and a middle school for grades 7-8 - with shared core spaces.
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→ Location: Amboy, WA → Project Type: Building addition and remodel → Client: Battle Ground Public Schools
The 55,878 sq fu addition to Amboy Middle School seamlessly adds classrooms, ofgices, a cafeteria with stage, and a media center to the existing school. The addition was designed to blend seamlessly with the existing gym and locker room, and careful consideration was taken to protect the site’s old-growth cedar trees. The building’s design encourages student and community use. The cafeteria/commons, gym, and media center each have separate entrances from the exterior and restroom facilities. These semi-public spaces are separated from the classrooms and the
encroaching into the private student area. The spacious design of the building’s main hallway brings natural light in through high windows. The light then filters throughout the complex. This direct connection to the outside allows one to always be connected to the surrounding area. The main hall has exposed steel beams and steel trusses; a symbolic gesture to the exterior wood truss and surrounding
hallways allow stafg to observe the students, thereby maintaining a safe and secure atmosphere.
→ Location: Toutle, WA → Project Type: Addition and remodel → Client: Toutle Lake School District
Toutle Lake School District contracted with LSW to gain assistance with facilities assessments, pre-bond planning and support, and other planning and funding
determined that an addition and modernization to the Junior/Senior High School plus the transformation of a covered play area into an elementary multi-purpose space/gymnasium would meet the District’s educational needs.
→ Location: Ridgefield, WA → Project Type: Addition and remodel → Client: Ridgefield School District
A $49 million bond passed in February 2012 provided funds for new educational facilities to supplement the existing buildings at each of Ridgefield School District’s
a 12,400 sq fu classroom addition and a 41,000 sq fu addition with a gymnasium, two-story multipurpose space, and a new band and choir wing. The classroom space connects two of the existing school buildings, filling a former portable building area with permanent learning spaces.
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→ Location: Kelso, WA → Project Type: Building addition and remodel → Client: Kelso School District
The addition and remodel at Kelso High School, completed in 2004, was the result of a 2001 bond
learning spaces and increase the school’s capacity from 1200 to 1600 students, allowing the District to transition from a Jr High School format to a grade 6-8 middle school and grade 9-12 high school format. The comprehensive modernization project included the addition of 29,000 sq fu of classroom space, remodel
auditorium, and the addition of a drama classroom and an orchestra classroom. A new gymnasium and new fitness area were added, the wrestling area was expanded, and the swimming pool and pool deck was
areas were expanded renovated. The design features a new daylit central circulation area at the core of the building that ties academic, administrative, physical education, and arts areas with the student commons. With the addition, the school’s square footage increased to 255,000 sq fu. The project was constructed in phases to allow stafg and student occupation throughout the school year.
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