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.