This light industrial building will support the Port of Kalama’s long-range economic development plan at its Spencer Creek property. The building shell and structural system are steel-framed with heavy timber canopies. The design team drew references from the port’s rich timber, rail, and maritime trades to help support expanding local industries.
The building is the first phase of a larger master plan that includes office/flex space, light industrial, commercial/retail, hotel, convenience store, and dining options. The design team incorporated vehicle circulation, including tractor trailer delivery, into the design.
Together, the City of Kalama and Port of Kalama earned the prestigious 2014 Governor’s Smart Communities Award for their collaboration on planning the multiuse business property that’s expected to boost the region’s available commercial property, economy, and job opportunities while strengthening the city’s revenue base.
