Stanford, CA
Rutherford + Chekene provided structural and geotechnical engineering for the design of a 4,000 sf contemplative center, a unique reinforced rammed earth building. The center houses a series of paintings entitled Windhover by the noted artist and former Stanford professor, Nathan Oliveira. The project provides an inviting entry space, exhibit areas, restrooms, a kitchenette, and outdoor gathering places. The Windhover Contemplative Center is a destination site for refuge and reflection within the Stanford campus for students, faculty, and staff.
Owner: Stanford University
Architect: Aidlin Darling Design
General Contractor: SC Builders
Structural Engineer: Rutherford + Chekene
Rammed earth construction
Leavening peerless structural engineering skill with humor, philosophy, people skills and, above all, a consummate understanding of San Francisco's permitting process, [Alan] saw this project through.
