Willie Tykeson, President Michael Schill, Dean Andrew Marcus, and Kathryn Sternberger ('17) broke ground for Tykeson Hall, a $39 million facility devoted to liberal arts education and career development at the University of Oregon. In this innovative project, academic and career advising will be housed under one roof, allowing undergrads to realize the career possibilities behind their academic choices. As Dean Marcus explains, "We want to help students navigate college intentionally and give them the ability to articulate the specific skills they’ve acquired.

Projects, EventsNicola FucignaOctober 9, 2017Tykeson Hall, University of Oregon

Grand Opening of the Arts & Technology Academy

The grand opening of the Eugene 4J Arts & Technology Academy at the Jefferson Middle School featured a ribbon cutting, student performances, and architectural tours of the building. The design of the new building supports ATA’s innovative STEM program, which integrates science, technology, engineering, and math into the curriculum in hands-on, real-world ways. For a more in-depth explanation of the design, see the brochure we created for the event:

Events, Staff, ProjectsNicola FucignaOctober 2, 2017ATA, school, opening, STEM

Soft Opening of Hot Mama’s Kitchen+Bar

RB Staff enjoyed some wings and drinks at the soft opening of Hot Mama’s Kitchen+Bar in Oakway Center. The new space has a 12-seat teak wood bar, a 90-seat dining room, a 40-seat mezzanine level, and a 20-seat outdoor area.

Staff, EventsNicola FucignaJuly 28, 2017interiors

Britni Jessup receives 20 Under 40 Award

Britni Jessup has brought a new focus on interior architecture to Rowell Brokaw in Eugene and shared her skills, in and out of architecture, as a volunteer in the community. Jessup is one of only three interior architects in Eugene accredited by the National Council of Interior Design Qualification, according to a letter nominating her for a 20 Under 40 award.

Events, News, Staff, RBA OfficeNicola FucignaDecember 5, 2016staff, 20under40

Columbia 150 - Parents Write on The Walls

Parents get a chance to leave notes to their kids on the walls of newly renovated Columbia Hall 150, the second largest lecture hall at the University of Oregon. Rowell Brokaw completed the remodel in time for the start of school, Fall of 2016.

Events, ProjectsGregory BrokawSeptember 30, 2016University of Oregon, Columbia Hall 150

Marathon Madness at Crescent Village this past weekend

RB's Frank Visconti, who lives in Crescent Village, snapped this photo from his balcony on Saturday at the start of the second annual Pacific Northwest Marathon. Starting and finishing at Crescent Village, the Pacific Northwest Marathon is one of the flattest marathons in Oregon. Race organizers say it's a good race for beginners and a chance to help runners qualify for the Boston Marathon. In 2015, more than 10% of the marathon finishers qualified for Boston.

News, EventsGregory BrokawMay 31, 2016Pacific Northwest Marathon, Crescent Village

Fred Kent, Project for Public Spaces visits Eugene

Fred Kent, founder and president of Project for Public Spaces (PPS), visited Eugene last week as part of the AIA SWO Design Excellence Making Great CitiesLecture Series. He is known throughout the world as a dynamic speaker and prolific ideas man. A leading authority on revitalizing city spaces and one of the foremost thinkers in livability, smart growth and the future of the city, Fred shared his knowledge and wisdom to a 200+ audience at the Hult Center for the Performing Arts.

News, EventsGregory BrokawMay 27, 2016Project for Public Spaces, AIA SWO Design Excellence

The Night for Sight 2016 Gala

We were proud to sponsor The Give Me Sight Foundation Gala which which helps Dr. John Haines and his team purchase surgical supplies and equipment to bring sight to our world’s blind. Last Saturday evening, the Shedd Institute welcomed Dr. Haines and friends as they presented the 5th annual A NIGHT FOR SIGHT benefit concert and dinner in celebration and support of his work.

EventsGregory BrokawMay 6, 2016community service

RB staff and their kiddos help out at Edison's Garden Work Party

Two Edison Elementary students (and kiddos of four RB staff) work hard to build a Tasting Stand at the school's latest garden work party. The Tasting Stand is being constructed through a City of Eugene Neighborhoods Matching Grant.

Events, News, StaffGregory BrokawApril 28, 2016gardening, education, community service

Rowell Brokaw chats with students at the UO A&AA Recruitment Fair

EventsGregory BrokawMarch 10, 2016higher education, University of Oregon

UO AIAS "Reverse-Crit" event: RB's 33 East Broadway wins Best Overall Design award

EventsGregory BrokawJanuary 22, 2016University of Oregon, Reverse Crit

Feeling Festive!

Events, RBA Office, StaffGregory BrokawDecember 18, 2015festive, holiday

2 East Broadway (2EB) project featured in Open for Business mag

Events, NewsGregory BrokawDecember 14, 2015Downtown Eugene, redevelopment

2E Broadway concept presented at the Chamber's Young Entrepreneurs event

Events, News, ProjectsGregory BrokawNovember 19, 2015Eugene Chamber, 2EB Concept, Young Entrepreneurs