Oregon State University (OSU) Cascades Edward J. Ray Hall
Bend, OR-
Bldg system
Mass Timber
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No. Of Stories
4
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Sq. Meters
4,645
With seven classrooms, 12 laboratories and a mix of collaborative and quiet spaces, Edward J. Ray Hall will serve as the prototype for Oregon State University’s future campus expansion. The building, which houses classes for the university’s rapidly growing science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) programs, combines sustainable design with flexible academic spaces that can be adapted to meet future needs. Located on OSU’s campus in Bend, Edward J. Ray Hall features a glulam post-and-beam frame with CLT floor and roof panels. The design team specified E-rated CLT, which allowed them to use 3-ply instead of 5-ply panels and saved $5 to $10 a square foot. Designed to meet net zero energy standards, the structure reinforces OSU Cascades’ strong commitment to sustainability. Lumber used to produce the CLT panels came from small-diameter logs primarily harvested from thinning and other forest restoration operations, adding to the environmental advantages. Mass timber creates a warm and inviting space for students while meeting the budget, functionality, and sustainability goals of the university.
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Construction Type:
III-B
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Building Type:
Educational
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Material Types:
Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT), Glue-Laminated Timber (GLT or glulam)
Companies Involved:
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SRG Partnership
Architect
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catena consulting engineers
Structural Engineer
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Code Unlimited
Consultant
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Swinerton
General Contractor
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Oregon State University
Owner
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Timberlab
Timber stair fabrication, installation
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Freres Engineered Wood
Mass timber stairs
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Vaagen Timbers
CLT, Glulam fabrication
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Simpson Strong-Tie
Fasteners and Connectors
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Kalesnikoff
Individuals Involved:
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Lisa Petterson
Architect
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Laurie Canup
Architect
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David Webb
Architect
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Ayush Vaidya
Fire and Life Safety Analyst
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Amedeo Gallucci
Building and Fire Code Consultant
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Samir Mokashi
Code Consultant
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Taylor Cabot
Project Manager
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Zach Brehm
Project Manager
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Graham Montgomery
Technical Director
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Erica Spiritos
Mass Timber Preconstruction Manager
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William Silva
Preconstruction Manager