Vera Long Social Science Building
OWNER
Mills College, Oakland, CA
DESIGN ARCHITECT
Karen Fiene, AIA, Berkeley, CA
ARCHITECT
Mathau/Roche Design Group, S. F., CA
ENGINEER
Rutherford and Chekene
Oakland, CA
TYPE OF CONTRACT
Seismic retrofit and remodel of interior and exterior
Negotiated; Guaranteed maximum;
All trades competitively bid
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The seismic retrofit, building addition, remodeling and general renovation of a 70-year-old classic college building originally designed by Walter Ratcliffe. We were members of a Design/Build team, along with architects and the owner’s representatives, who assisted in establishing program goals, budget and schedule. The demands for early beneficial occupancy were met.