McCracken Building - Eugene, Oregon

Old meets new in this refurbished historic building. The McCracken Building, built in 1946, is being transformed into a modern office building, while retaining the historic elements that give it charm. A majority of the numerous industrial garage doors will be retained so the character remains. Simple entrance plantings recall the previous industrial use of building. Retail will occupy the first floor and offices on the second floor. Long docks evoking the industrial heritage lead visitors into the main entrances.

The McCracken building will be renovated using many principles outlined by the U.S. Green Building Council. A portion of the existing parking lot will be replaced by an expansive bioswale, simultaneously reducing the percentage of impervious surface and providing onsite treatment for stormwater runoff from the roof and parking lot. Native grasses and forbs lining the bioswale will promote on-site filtration and infiltration. A number of large canopy trees will be planted throughout the parking lot providing shade and reducing the heat island affect. Bicycle storage and a shower are provided within the building to encourage alternative transportation.

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