BCRA - Press Releases

BCRA Does Physical Fitness! [July 2010]...
BCRA Does Physical Fitness!

BCRA is a GSA Contract Holder [January 2010]...
Now it is easier than ever for government procurement specialists to work with BCRA

BCRA Strategic Marketing: 4US.org site Goes Live! [July 2010]...
BCRA’s Strategic Marketing team is proud to announce the successful launch of www.4US.org.

BCRA to Participate in Sustainable Design Pilot Program [July 2010]...
BCRA to Participate in Sustainable Design Pilot Program

BCRA Celebrates 20 Years Young [November 2009]...
Anniversary Party Video

BCRA: Celebrating 20 Years Young [September 2009]...
BCRA celebrates a milestone this year with the announcement of their 20th anniversary.

National DBIA Award Presented to BCRA [November 2008]...
BCRA was recently awarded a National DBIA Award for its design of $15M Littleton Hall Enlisted Dining Facility.

Job Carr Cabin Museum Welcomes New Exhibit [July 2008]...
The Job Carr Cabin Museum welcomes a new BCRA designed exhibit.

Creating a Playful Workplace! [May 2008]...
Collaboration with BCRA and Rusty George - powerpoint presentation.

BCRA Presents at CCIM Conference [April 2008]...
See BCRA’s presentation introducing the Seattle office to CCIM and the Belden Club.

BCRA Opens Seattle Office [February 2008]...
BCRA opened up a Seattle branch in January 2008, overlooking the Pike Place Market.

$2,500 Helps Bring Moose to NW Trek [January 2008]...
BCRA's donation of $2,500 to Northwest Trek helps to relocate a moose from Alaska to the free-roaming area of the park.

BCRA Releases 2007 Year in Review Video [December 2007]...
At the company's Christmas party, BCRA unveiled a recap video of their 2007 year.

BCRA Expands Services to East Coast [October 2007]...
BCRA expands its reach to the East Coast with a new office in Alexandria, VA.

BCRA's Cooper Pt. Residence Featured [October 2007]...
The Cooper Point Residence, designed by BCRA, was featured in South Sound Home and Garden Magazine.

Edgewater Provides New Look in Old Neighborhood [July 2007]...
This 3,600-square-foot structure houses two retail or restaurant spaces, one of which is occupied by local franchise Forza Coffee and features a drive-thru window opposite an angled pergola seating bench.

Over $100 Million Ft. Lewis Projects Awarded to BCRA [July 2007]...
Two new projects at Fort Lewis totalling over $100 million in construction were awarded to BCRA for design.

Powertools Series - Church Dream Casting Seminar & Luncheon [June 2007]...
Join us as we discuss tools and tips for church growth, including visioning, master planning and budgeting.

BCRA Awarded WSDOT Regional Headquarters [March 2007]...
WSDOT selected BCRA as the lead design firm for their new $39.1 million regional headquarters project.

BCRA Tops Book of Lists, Second for Fastest Growth [January 2007]...
The Business Examiner placed BCRA at the top of the "07 Book of Lists" and named the firm the 2nd fastest growing company.

BCRA is Tacoma's Best Company to Work For [September 2006]...
Washington CEO Magazine selected BCRA as the Best Company to Work For in 2006. BCRA employees and judges scored the firm among the top ten medium-size businesses in the State.

Martin Henry Coffee Opens Second of Three Stores This Year [July 2006]...
Find out more about the recent opening of this distincitive and original store in Parkland, WA.

Local Firm Recognized for Revenue, Continues Growth [July 2006]...
Recently recognized as the tenth largest architectural firm in Puget Sound, find out more about BCRA's rise to become Tacoma's largest design firm.

BCRA Raises $2,500 for Local Organizations [March 2006]...
As part of a 2005 Christmas Campaign, BCRA contributes over $2,500 to two local community organizations

BCRA Project Showcased in Japanese Wood School Mission [March 2006]...
BCRA showcased its Charles Wright Academy Milgard Lower School project in the recent Japanese Wood School mission, hosted by APA – The Engineered Wood Association.

Martin Henry Coffee Roasters Opens in Puyallup Top Foods [March 2006]...
Martin Henry Coffee Roasters and BCRA announce the opening of a new Martin Henry Coffee located in the Top Food and Drug on 37th Avenue SE in Puyallup.

BCRA featured in 2005 DJC's A&E Perspective [March 2006]...
Read "Designing a Feast for the Eyes" article by Kela Crisp, Dir. of Interior Design, BCRA firm profile article or read the supplement in its entirety.

Venture Bank Corporate Headquarters Moves Ahead [February 2006]...
Venture Bank Corporate Headquarters broke ground on February 22, 2006 in DuPont, WA.

MultiCare Ground Breaking [January 2006]...
MultiCare Medical Park breaks ground in Gig Harbor, WA.

Our Destiny is to be a Blessing [December 2005]...
The arrival of Christmas 2005 marks A YEAR OF BLESSING.

BCRA Graphic Design Group Given SMART Paper Imagination Award [September 2005]...
The BCRA Graphic Design Group was awarded an all-expenses paid trip to the AIGA International Design Conference as part of the 2005 SMART Paper Imagination Awards.

The Tacoma News-Tribune [August 2005]...
Article written by Dan Voelpel reviewing design process for the downtown Tacoma parking garages.

BCRA Adds to Architecture Departments, Educational Emphasis [August 2005]...
BCRA is happy to announce the addition of new employees Gary Maples, Tuan Ngo, Chris Spadafore, Demesio Cedeno, Michelle Howard, and Jesus Lugo.

Albers Mill Adaptive Re-Use Given AIA Honor Award, SMPS Markee Award [August 2005]...
Albers Mill Adaptive Re-Use project has been named an Honor Award recipient for the AIA Southwest Washington Chapter, and a Merit Award winner for the Regional AIA Awards. The graphics and marketing team were awarded a Markee Award for the Albers Mill Commemorative Gift and Plaque.

Studying Sustainability for the Common Designer [July 2005]...
Dale Anderson, LEED-Accredited architect, details sustainable design education and resources for the design professional - he also is a course writer for online education programs.

Horsehead Bay Featured in Premiere Media Group's Home & Garden [April 2005]...
Horsehead Bay Residence was featured as a premiere home in PMG's Home & Garden magazine for the Winter 2004 issue.

BCRA Hires 100th Employee, Expands Office to Upper Floor [March 2005]...
Growing to meet our clients’ needs, BCRA has hit 100 employees to provide the depth of service and responsiveness to clients’ needs. To accommodate this growth Civil Engineering and Land Use Planning have moved to the 5th floor.

Architects are from Mars, Educators are from Venus [July 2004]...
Associate Principal Bob Katica penned this commentary for the Daily Journal of Commerce, discussing design of educational facilities, and the process of creating that design through workshops and dialogue with clients.

Ashcroft Residence Wins Street of Dreams Award [June 2002]...
The Ashcroft Residence was awarded Best in Show for the 2002 Street of Dreams.