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LIV Apartments – West Gateway

by OSC
Construction, In Progress, Multi-family/Mixed Use, Residential
September 10, 2014

Original post 05/23/2014 As framing progresses at the LIV Apartments, a major design feature of the project is starting to take shape.  The “gateway” entrance off Bel-red Road is adorned with two story feature walls on both the North and West buildings, with the West building wall framing now ready to receive exterior sheathing. These walls will be clad with composite wood panels accented by random arrangements of different sized windows that announce the entry point to the project.  This playful gesture hints...

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LIV Apartments near Microsoft on Bel-Red Road in between Bellevue and Redmond. 450 Unit upscale apartment development.

LIV Apartments – Construction Update – August

by OSC
Construction, Grouparchitect, In Progress, Multi-family/Mixed Use, Residential
September 5, 2014

The month of August brought advances to several areas of construction at the LIV Apartments in Bellevue.  Framing across the site continues upward as crews race to beat the oncoming fall weather. The North Building, the largest of the buildings, framing reached to level five of eight.  Construction speed was increased on the project by using panelized walls which arrive at the site ready to erect. The framing of the South Building was completed and efforts there have shifted towards sealing the...

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TDX Renovation – August Update

by OSC
Construction, In Progress, Multi-family/Mixed Use, Remodeling, Residential, Uncategorized
September 1, 2014

The renovation of Theta Delta Chi at the University of Washington is well underway as work continues on the roof and portico of this historic building.  The rotten wood shown in the previous post has been removed and new framing and decking serve as a solid base for the waterproofing to soon be installed. Demolition has begun on the main roof of the existing addition.  A rotten unsafe roof deck is removed revealing the roof is in dire need of replacement. Further...

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LIV Apartments near Microsoft on Bel-Red Road in between Bellevue and Redmond. 450 Unit upscale apartment development.

LIV Apartments – Aerial Photos – August

by OSC
Aerial Photos, Construction, Grouparchitect, In Progress, Multi-family/Mixed Use, Residential
August 26, 2014

Since the previous LIV Apartments aerial update last month, the progress on the three phase 1 buildings has continued, and construction broke ground on the East building.  The second phase of the project will include 99 residential units, several large amenity spaces, and two large roof decks. Elsewhere on site progress continues at a fever pitch.  The most notable progress as seen from the air would be the progress on the North Building framing.  Framing work is now continuing on level...

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Laurelhurst Residence wine room renovation

Laurelhurst Residence – Wine Room

by OSC
Construction, Custom home, Finishes, Green, Grouparchitect, In Progress, Inspiration, Lighting, Materials, News, Remodeling, Residential, Seattle
August 7, 2014

Progress on the Laurelhurst Residence Wine Room progressed quickly once the framing was completed.  Carpenters fabricated several wine racks designed to fit into the various niches and nooks that resulted from tucking the wine room into a difficult corner of the home.  The raw wood of the racks compliment the natural slate floor, and when coupled with the paint, the room has a warm comfortable character. The client requested special displays for some of their prized bottles of wine, and pictured...

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construction-update, interior-finishes, materials-2, project-updates, quartzite, residential

Clyde Hill – Construction Update – July

by OSC
Construction, Custom home, Finishes, In Progress, Kitchens, Master Bedroom, Materials, Products, Remodeling, Residential
August 4, 2014

The efforts for completing the Clyde Hill Residence renovation have shifted to the interior during the month of July as painting, staining, and finishing details are completed. The light finish of the cabinetry, along with the white paint and abundance of windows throughout the house keeps the home bright and cheerful during all hours of the day.  Plumbing fixtures, including the Delta Trinsic kitchen faucet have been installed, and the tile backsplashes are now installed. The casework and PentalQuartz counter tops throughout the house...

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Theta Delta Chi - before the 2014 renovation

TDX Renovation work begins

by OSC
Commercial, Construction, In Progress, Multi-family/Mixed Use, Phasing, Remodeling, Residential, Seattle
August 1, 2014

Construction is now underway on the renovation of Theta Delta Chi at the University of Washington. Work is beginning on the portico deck. Improvements to this portion of the building will include rot and damage repair, repairing of the columns & capitals, railing repair, a new waterproof deck, and improved access to the deck. Additional work in this first phase of the renovation will consist of envelope work including replacement of roofing, siding, railings and windows in addition to new...

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LIV Apartments near Microsoft on Bel-Red Road in between Bellevue and Redmond. 450 Unit upscale apartment development.

LIV Apartments – Construction Update – June 2014

by OSC
Construction, In Progress, Multi-family/Mixed Use, Residential
July 7, 2014

The month of June brought many advances to the LIV Apartments job site.  The most notable progress coming as the south building wood framing commenced.  With the previous experience of framing the west building the crews have picked up the pace and are moving very quickly with installing the panelized framing sections.Wood framing for the south building commenced, and reached to level 6 before the end of the month.  As progress continues vertically, other building elements are added such as...

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The Make It Right Foundation is working with Method Homes, who commissioned Grouparchitect to design a series of homes for the native tribes of Fort Peck Montana

Make It Right – Fort Peck, Montana

by OSC
Custom home, Fort Peck, Grouparchitect, LEED, Make It Right, Montana, News, Prefab, Prefab/Modular, Residential
July 2, 2014

Grouparchitect is working with prefabricated modular home builder Method Homes to provide design services for a series of homes destined to be located in Fort Peck, Montana.   Based on the Option Series homes we have previously partnered with Method homes on, these three bedroom and two bathroom homes will serve as residences for a portion of over 600 people currently waiting for housing in the Fort Peck area. The Make It Right foundation is working with the Sioux and Assiniboine tribes to...

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Clyde Hill – Construction Update – June

by OSC
Construction, In Progress, Materials, Remodeling, Residential
June 27, 2014

The Clyde Hill Residence finishes and interiors are starting to define the large open living, dining, and kitchen spaces as casework and custom cabinetry have been installed.  Additionally bamboo plank flooring has been installed throughout the main level of the house and has been covered to protect it during the remainder of construction. The fireplace wall, a featured wall in the living room, tiled with natural quartzite, compliments the abundance of wood trim and detailing throughout the rest of the house. In...

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