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With the official ground-breaking of hollywoodHUB last week, we are fully in construction mode, working hard to bring this 12-story, 224-unit affordable housing building to life. Read more about the project at these links: 🔗 Fox 12 News: https://buff.ly/3WyC1eA 🔗 Portland Tribune: https://buff.ly/4jLx0t4 🔗 MSN: https://buff.ly/42zLhmi Be sure to follow along for more updates as this takes shape! Owner: BRIDGE Housing Corporation General Contractor: O'Neill Walsh Community Builders (OWCB) Architect: Holst

In our '10 Ways to Build Multifamily Housing Better and More Affordably', Way #8 addresses the need for efficient, economical structures. Light wood framing is utilized for the primary structure at most multifamily housing up to five stories in height, due to its cost efficiency relative to other options, such as concrete and steel. To achieve the highest level of efficiency through a reduction in structural complexity, stack the walls and unit plans in the building as much as possible and align door and window openings within walls from floor to floor. Laying out unit plans and building plans on two-foot modules will help to rationalize work on the building during both design and construction, optimize material use, reduce waste, and increase productivity with framing, drywall and other trades. Also, incorporating advanced framing measures (i.e. wall studs and floor joists spaced at 24” o.c.) whenever possible will not only reduce cost and improve productivity, but result in considerably higher thermal performance at exterior walls. It is generally advantageous to orient floor framing with joists spanning across the unit from party wall to party wall, running parallel to the exterior wall. With windows stacked at the exterior wall, this allows for dramatically reducing the amount of header framing at the exterior walls, reducing cost and improving thermal performance. In addition: • Design lower level common spaces with minimal structural spans. • Avoid steel whenever possible. • Avoid structural cantilevers in wood framing. • Coordinate the location of structural steel members when used at a building's lower levels with the layout of plumbing and other systems. As always, reach out if you have questions. We are more than happy to share more information. #cedc #efficientconstruction #economicconstruction

We are so excited to be embarking on this new, transformative project for Astoria with such an amazing group of partners. Huge shout-out to our Walsh team of Brandi Pine, Duane Stearns, Dan Snow, April Teerman, and Mellissa Berg!

Hey, we get it—Mondays can be tough. Take a break and check out this incredible video of an existing retail center demolition to make room for the new Aviva Crossing!💥   Big changes are on the way for this location in Tacoma: a four-story, 129-unit development with 1 to 3-bedroom apartments, modern amenities, and inviting courtyard spaces. With demolition wrapping up, we’re moving to the next phase—excavation and concrete placement. Stay tuned! Mercy Housing    #AvivaCrossing #WalshConstructionCo #CommunityTransformation

January is National Mentoring Month, a time to a time to recognize the impact of mentors and to encourage people to build relationships through mentoring. 🤝 At Walsh, we believe mentorship is an ongoing commitment to investing in our people. Our mentorship program was memorialized in 2013 and remains stronger than ever. Read the article at the link below to learn more about mentorship as Walsh along with a great example of success by two of our own. https://buff.ly/40rh9XL #mentoringmonth #empoweringpeople

🌞 A beautiful day for a project tour of Berry Ranch Apartments in Southeast Portland’s Lents neighborhood where 50 homes are coming to life! 🏡 This incredible 50,045 SF, three-story affordable family housing project, created for ROSE Community Development Corporation in partnership with Housing Development Center and designed by BDA Architecture and Planning, P.C., stands as a shining example of intentional design and the power of community collaboration. A big thank-you to our Walsh team — Craig Leonnig, Nolan Knox, Johnny Moses, and Caitlin Kelley — for their expertise in managing this challenging site along a busy thoroughfare. Their coordination of just-in-time deliveries and outreach to neighboring properties is helping to minimize disruptions and keep the project on track. And a huge shout out to our partners at RDF BUILDERS CO for their dedication to quality and craftsmanship. 💙 In partnership with Community Vision, 14 of these units will support individuals with physical or intellectual disabilities, fostering opportunities for independent living in spaces designed with care. 🌳 The central courtyard, complete with a children’s play area, is all about connection and community, while sustainable features like a solar array and battery backup system ensure resilience and environmental responsibility. Supported by Portland General Electric and Mercy Housing, Berry Ranch Apartments highlights the importance of affordable, inclusive, and sustainable housing solutions. It will be a cornerstone for families and individuals seeking stability and a brighter future and we are thrilled to be a part of this effort. Project Team Civil Engineer: KPFF Consulting Engineers Structural Engineer: Stonewood Structural Engineers Landscape Architect: MZLA (Marianne Zarkin Landscape Architects)

We are so excited to share that the much-anticipated hollywoodHUB has officially broken ground! This transformative, 12-story building is bringing new life to the revitalized Hollywood Transit Center in Portland's Hollywood District. Once complete, the building will hold 222 affordable housing units, and a range of amenities including a community room, private meeting space, bike parking, and a courtyard. O'Neill Walsh Community Builders (OWCB) is the general contractor, and Hacienda Community Development Corp. (CDC) will provide resident services to support youth and families onsite. A huge thank you to BRIDGE Housing Corporation for the vision and entrusting us to continue our partnership building for you, to Holst Architects for the amazing design, and to Portland Housing Bureau, Metro, and TriMet for supporting the effort. And of course to our OWCB team of Ed Sloop, Brian Ames, Andy Morris, David Sylvain, Joseph Churchville, Ted Varner, and Dylan Ludiker, and Sara Schubert. Follow along for more progress updates! #affordablehousing #buildingcommunity #OWCB #hollywooddistrict

! CONSTRUCTION TOUR ! - visited the site two days in row - one with our client Parrott Creek Child & Family Services and the other with my family. 👷🏽🚧👷🏻♀️ Lovely to see the project in different weather and through different eyes. 👁️...with Simon Fulford, Robbie Leggett, Darren Golden, Joe Swank, and Addoley D.. Developer: Adre Architect: El Dorado Landscape Architect: Agency Landscape + Planning General Contractor: Walsh Construction Co. #realestatedevelopment #constructionmanagement #traumainformeddesign

Today, we reflect on the enduring impact of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose leadership and vision for equality, justice, and unity continue to inspire us all. At Walsh, we are led by our values and our mission and remain committed to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone is respected and empowered. In honor of Dr. King’s legacy, let’s continue to work together for positive change and build a future where opportunity and justice are available to all. 👉 Note that our Seattle and Tacoma offices are closed today. #mlkday #empoweringpeople #buildingcommunities

This week, we’re excited to celebrate an incredible milestone—Elizabeth Rinehart’s 20-year anniversary with Walsh! Starting as a Project Engineer, Elizabeth’s journey has been nothing short of inspiring. She’s worked her way up to become the General Manager of all Washington-based operations, paving a path of excellence every step of the way. Elizabeth’s dedication to building sustainable and affordable neighborhoods has made a real difference in the Puget Sound region. From the LEED Gold YWCA Family Village at Issaquah to George Fleming Place and the award-winning Greenfire Campus Apartments, her projects have created lasting impact for countless individuals and families. Beyond her work, Elizabeth is a true community builder, representing Walsh on the Housing Development Consortium, championing affordable housing in Seattle and King County, and volunteering with various non-profits. Elizabeth, thank you for 20 years of leadership, vision, and heart. You inspire all of us, and we can’t wait to see what you’ll achieve next. Here’s to this amazing milestone and the difference you continue to make! 💚 #WalshConstructionCo #WomenInLeadership #BuildingCommunity