Elder’s Center
Project Description
The building will be located north of Takopid Health Clinic. The building is envisioned as a 2 story structure that will include elements of pacific northwest Native American architecture. This building will also compliment the existing adjacent buildings in an effort to continue the story of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians. Site work will in- clude new landscaping, a spirit garden, parking areas and pedestrian paths will link the adjacent building to the new Elder’s Center creating a sense of campus.
Call for Artists
If you are Native American artist from the Puyallup Tribe or from the Puget Sound area Tribes, interested in creating and submitting artwork or artworks for the Puyallup Tribe of Indians new Elders Facility, you are invited to participate in our “Call to Artist” workshop. The Puyallup Tribe of Indians, in coordination with the Design and Construction Management Team, is seeking artist to provide Native American art inspired by Coast Salish and art that creates a sense of place that is specifi c to the Pacifi c Northwest. Artwork will be purchased and will be owned by Puyallup Tribe.
Specific programming requirements include:
- Administration:
- Office/Conference/Support
- Facility Maintenance
- Health & Wellness:
- Physical Therapy & Healing
- Fitness
- Therapy Pool/Spa
- Activity:
- Banquet (Large & Small)
- Arts/Crafts/Learning
- Gathering (Large & Small)
Total square footage: 27,786 sf
Project Budget & Schedule
Budget:
$12.5MM Total Project Cost
Schedule:
Planning & Programming: July 2007 - Dec 2007
Site Design: Jan - Feb 2008
Building Design: Apr - Oct 2008
Site Construction: Aug 2008
Building Construction: Oct 2008 - July 2009
Grand Opening: Aug 2009
Project Delivery Method
This project will use the “Design Assist” delivery method. With this method the Tribe contracts directly with the architectural firm and the general contractor. This method enables the site construction schedule to start during design development, delivering the project sooner.
Design & Construction Team - Contact Information
T. Peter Mills, Program Manager 253.573.7844
Point of contact:
Keli Hagen Parrett, Project Manager 253.680.5777
Debra Sharp, Project Coordinator 253.680.5774
Architect: ARCArchitects
Contractor: BN Builder’s