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222 Etruria Street, Suite 100
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 839-0819
Theatre Design ServicesSSA TheatreAcoustics Multimedia
STEWART AIT ALLAOUA PERKINS
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Introduction _______________________________________________ 2
Company History and Organization _______________________________ 3Design Philosophy & Professional Development ____________________________3
Incorporating Theatre Design, Acoustics, and Multimedia_____________ 4Services ___________________________________________________________4Experience _________________________________________________________4
Elements of Theatre Design __________________________________ 5
Auditorium Design _____________________________________________ 5Sightlines and Seating Layout___________________________________________5
Lighting Design________________________________________________ 6Theatrical and Architectural Lighting ______________________________________6
Lighting Design Services_______________________________________________6
Stage Rigging and Machinery ____________________________________ 7Services ___________________________________________________________8
Audio/Visual Design ________________________________________ 9
Designing, Installing, and Specifying Equipment ____________________ 9Services ___________________________________________________________9
Acoustical Design for Performing Arts ________________________ 10
Acoustic Modeling ____________________________________________ 10Using CATT for Architectural Acoustics __________________________________11
Providing Innovative Solutions __________________________________ 11
Theatres On the Boards _________________________________ 12
Newport High School & Auditorium ______________________________ 12
Yelm High School & Auditorium _________________________________ 13
Hanford High School & Auditorium_______________________________ 13
Additional Theatre Projects _________________________________ 14
Bethel High School & PAC______________________________________ 15
Arlington High School & PAC ___________________________________ 16
Higher Education References __________Error! Bookmark not defined.
Contact Us _______________________________________________ 17
Providing Answers ____________________________________________ 17
Appendix A-B: K-12 & Additional References __________________ 18
Appendix C: SSA Team Resumes____________________________ 20
Table of Content
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Arlington High School PACMcGranahan Architects
SSA Theatr e specia l izes in
deve l op i ng i nnova t i ve des i gns fo r
p e r f o r m i n g a r t s a n d m u l t i - p u r p o se
spaces , coup l ed w i th the l a t es t i n
techno l ogy , qua l i t y acoust i cs , and
w e l l - desi gned l i gh t i ng , r i gg i ng ,
seat i ng , sound , and m u l t i m ed i a
sys tems . W e hope to fam i l i a r i ze y o u w i t h h o w w e ch a l le n g e
conven t i ona l desi gns w i t h f r esh ,
a w a r d - w i n n i n g i d e as .
Theatre Planning & Design for Educational Facilities
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for the opportunity to introduce our company and the services we provide for
theatre planning & design, acoustical engineering, and production system design. SSA
is a Seattle-based team of diverse backgrounds whose combined education and
experience covers the fields of theatre consulting, production system design &
implementation, project management, architectural, engineering, and environmental
acoustics, and specifications writing. Our team includes Partners William Stewart,
Mohamed Ait Allaoua, and Anita Perkins, PE; Senior Theatre Consultant Wm. Lee Davis,
Theatre Design Consultant Matt Lambert, Acousticians John Keiffer and Alan Burt, and
Specifications Writer Dawn Nelson.
Our experienced and talented theater consulting team brings a knowledge base
regarding theater design that, when coupled with the architectural, mechanical, and
acoustical expertise of the SSA team creates the ideal team for your theatre project. This
seamless coordination of theatre planning, production system design, and acoustical
design within one office creates better theaters with fewer coordination issues and with
lower fees.
Our reputation for looking beyond conventional designs has helped us enjoy continued
growth as a firm over the years in the Northwest and nationwide.
McGranahan ArchitectsArlington Performing Arts Center
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COMPANY HISTORY AND ORGANIZATION
We are excited at our growth this year into a Theatre Planning & Design firm as well as
an established acoustics and multimedia system design firm. We provide a unique
theater consulting team all CAD capable interfacing daily with the acoustical team for the
architectural and mechanical design portions of your project.
SSA came together in May of 2000 on the talents of the three partners, each bringing years of
experience to a team that would now focus on two areas of acoustics, multi-family residential
design and educational facilities. Since then we have grown each year now having built a team
of nine fulltime and two part-time employees. Our combined education and experience covers
the fields of architectural, engineering and environmental acoustics, theatre planning,
engineering, and design, with senior people having advanced degrees in architecture and/orengineering acoustics. Passionate about theatre and acoustics, and through continued
education, SSA will continually develop the expertise of our employees to become ever more
valuable and useful to our clients.
Design & Professional Philosophy
Our design approach involves building teams within our office for each project. This
supports a full exchange of ideas and has the additional benefit of always having a
knowledgeable person available to answer questions when called by a design team
member or client. This unique process allows us to work closely within the office to
guarantee a well integrated and coordinated design.
We balance our efforts between client services and professional development, and
believe in a process of continued growth through education and the exploration of new
ideas. We have strengthened our involvement in the design community through AIA/CES,
AIA Seattle, AIA Tacoma, ASHRAE Seattle, CEFPI and CSI. Through these investments
we have found the ties and friendships that have made our business both successful and
enjoyable.
Northwest Architectural Company
Graham-Kapowsin High School & PAC -Spanaway, WA
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Integrus ArchitectureHanford High School & Theatre Rendering - Richland, WA
INCORPORATING THEATRE DESIGN,ACOUSTICS, AND MULTIMEDIA
Services
SSA provides comprehensive theatre consulting and design services, the full range of
acoustical design services, and complete production systems design. We deliver
recommendations in a manner that is fully integrated to the design team. Our theatre
design services range from initial needs analysis, programming and project development,
to performance space concept development, backstage planning and layout, seating and
sightline analysis, and stage equipment design and specification.
Our acoustical design services range from basic design services for environmental andmechanical systems (HVAC) noise to complete design and engineering services involving
sound isolation and interior sound quality using industry guidelines for each space. We
have invested in equipment to conduct a complete range of field evaluations for deriving
STC, IIC, RT60, and environmental noise descriptors.
Experience
We have become a leader in acoustical design for education facilities in the Northwest,
and are continually active on educational theatre projects, both renovation and new
construction. Our extensive experience with education facilities has allowed us to fine tune
our services, and offer our clients cost-effective durable, and maintainable solutions. We
work diligently to tailor our recommendations to each district's needs, and have developeda reputation for innovative ideas, better communication with the design team, and close
attention to detail. Our portfolio of current and completed projects presents details of
specific projects, and a list of references can be found at the end of this brochure.
W e a re the on l y team
i n t h e N or t h w e st t o
i n teg ra te comp l e te
thea t r e consu l t i ng
se rv i ces w i th fu l l
acoust i ca l eng ineer ing
and p roduc t i on
sys tems des i gn .
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Elements of Theatre Design
AUDITORIUM DESIGN
Planning and design of theatres for education facilities and their technical equipment
includes the elements of space programming, architectural planning, stage rigging
systems, theatre and architectural lighting systems, seating layouts, sightline analysis,
accessibility solutions, and theatre drapery. We work closely with our clients to develop
the initial design of the building and establish stage and auditorium configuration in
relation to the audience and technical support spaces. The details of seating layout and
sightline studies are then further developed utilizing 3-D computer modeling to ensure that
there is not a bad seat in the house.
Sightlines and Seating Layout
Audiences should be able to comfortably and
clearly see and hear the performance in order
to fully experience the events intended effects.
Unobstructed sight lines from all seats to the
front of the stage allow full view of performers
and scenic elements, as well asunobstructed
and direct sound propagation. Floor and
balcony slopes are designed so there are noobstructions of view to the seated audience. We tailor the aesthetic and geometric
requirements for the auditorium seating with respect to the allowances of the project. In
addition to seating geometry, other elements of auditorium design include: egress
requirements, building code and ADA conformance, orchestra pits, control locations, front
of house lighting positions and/or catwalks, lobby and reception area design, convertible
auditoriums, movable seat wagons, and telescoping seating.
Al l per fo rm ance spaces shou ld be
shaped to enhance th e aud i ence
m ember s expe r i ence o f bo th the
pe r fo rm ance and the fac i li t y . T he
qua l i t y o f t he aud i ence s
expe r i ence i s fu r the r deve l oped
th r ough the expe r t app l i ca t i on o f
s ta te -o f - th e -a r t t echno l ogy such as
l i gh t i ng , r i gg i ng , sound and
m u l t i m e d ia s y s t e m s .
Early Rendering of Arlington PACMcGranahan Architects
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LIGHTING DESIGN
A theatrical lighting system must be designed to provide proper illumination of the space,
with attention given to lighting efficiency and lighting safety. The primary function of stage
lighting is to provide selective visibility. Stage lighting should illuminate the performers so
their gestures, movements and expressions can be seen by every member of the
audience, but should also deemphasize the elements on stage that should not be seen.
The lighting should help compose and color the stage picture, establish the setting, mood,
and tone, and reinforce the rhythm and style of the production. .
Theatrical and Architectural Lighting
Architectural lighting and stage lighting both use a combination of flood and spotlight
luminaires. Floodlights are used to illuminate large areas, create color washes, or highlightlarge architectural features. Spotlights are used for accenting specific areas or
architectural details. Lighting design incorporates both the physics of light and the
psychological effects of light. Quality architectural lighting design must work towards
satisfying specific criteria using experience with architectural design and the construction
process to design responsibly within budgets. Theatrical design must satisfy similar
criteria, but also allow for artistic expression.
Lighting Design Services
Our designers will determine the appropriate lighting levels within your space. We provide
detailed documentation, including reflected ceiling plans, fixture, load, and dimmer
schedules, and specifications for fixtures. Throughout the construction process, we will
perform inspections, review fixture samples, review shop drawings, write field reports, and
inspect the work upon completion.
L ig h t i n g f o r t h e t h e a t r e
i nvo l ves p l ann i ng l i gh t i ng o f
bo th i n te r i o r and ex te r i o r
spaces. The des ign shou ld ,
a l l ow fo r a w i de range o f
p roduc t i ons . T he t yp i ca l sma l l
t h e a t r e m a y r a n g e f r o m 2 0 0 t o
1000 sea ts and use be tw een 50
and 250 l igh t i ng f i x t u res .
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STAGE RIGGING AND MACHINERY
A typical stage rigging system is housed in a tall fly tower which allows the scenery to be
flown up and out of view of the audience. A walking grid at the top of the fly tower is used
to gain access to the overhead rigging equipment and for temporary or spot block rigging.
As maintenance and safety become ever more pressing issues for educational and public
facilities, having a walking grid allows for regular inspection and maintenance of the
rigging components, which lengthens the useable life of the system. At the sides of the
stage are technical catwalks used to operate and maintain the rigging and lighting
systems.
Fly galleries and cross-over catwalks
at mid-height in the fly tower allow for
additional lighting positions on the
stage, as well as access to spot block
rigging lines. A loading gallery catwalk
is used to load or un-load weights from
the counterweight arbors while
technicians below install or remove
scenery or lighting elements from the
rigged batten.
Typical rigging sets have load capacities ranging from 1200 to 2400 lbs per set and a fully
equipped stage can have as many as 50 sets of this type. The structural loading from
these systems is significant and must be coordinated with a structural engineer to ensure
the safety and operability of the system.
Stage r i gg i ng and mach i ne ry
i s used to m ove and suppo r t
th e l i gh t in g , scen ic , and aud io
sys tems fo r a p roduc t i on o r
pe r fo rm ance. R igg i ng sys tem
des i gn i nvo l ves the expe r t
app l i ca t i on o f equ i pmen t ,
s t ruc tu r a l l oad i ng ana l ys i s,
and ope ra t i ona l
cons ide ra t i ons t o c rea te a
sa fe and m a i n ta i nab l e
s y s t e m .
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T hea te r r i gg i ng sys tems o f ten comb i ne bo th mo to r i zed an manua l r i gg i ng .
Mo to r i zed r i gg i ng i s mo re expens i ve than manua l bu t i s much sa fe r fo r non -
p ro fess iona l s tages and a l l ow s mor e f l ex i b i l i t y o f use .
Services
SSA provides planning and design of safe and durable rigging systems, including manual
and motorized systems, fire curtains, orchestra pit lifts and covers, draperies, automated
acoustical tuning systems, and turntables.
Manual counterweight rigging sets are the overwhelming standard throughout the country
in both professional and educational facilities. We believe that it is important to balance
the safety concerns of the school with the need to teach and train students in the proper
use of manual counterweight rigging. For this reason many of our designs include
combinations of motorized and manual rigging sets, with the heavier and more dangerous
sets being motorized, and the lighter duty scenery or drapery sets being manual.
We use knowledge and experience rigging and automated theatrical equipment, how and
where it is used, and the loads it will place on the structure to develop contract documents
for rigging systems, and work closely with the structural engineer to ensure the riggingintegrates properly with the structure. Our team stays involved throughout the bidding and
construction process to ensure a high quality and functional installation per the
specifications. Through careful review of shop drawings, coordination meetings with the
construction team, installation inspections, and review of as-built drawings we ensure that
the completed system meets the design intent and is installed in accordance with all
applicable standards and codes.
Manual Rigging System Drawing - JR Clancy
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Audio/Visual Design
DESIGNING,INSTALLING, AND SPECIFYING EQUIPMENT
Designing access to the loudspeakers and speaker clusters becomes vital when installing,
aiming, and maintaining the speakers.Incorporating audiovisual components with rigging
systems is vital in planning the various rigging components. If not well designed, these
areas are often not easily accessed after the installation of the seating.
Services
With a complete acoustic and theatre design team, we offer the advantage of being able
to tailor our sound system design with the recommended acoustical and architecturalelements within theatres. In early design, we work closely within our office and with the
structural engineer to incorporate audiovisual components with the rigging systems - vital
in planning a good, safe and durable system. Easy access for installation, proper aim,
and regular maintenance are the most important issues in designing these components:
Speakers: Coordinating speaker assembly and layout to provide good coverage .
Screen: Determining screen location, number of attachment points, and the
estimated live load.
Projectors:Determining location, angle, and point of maintenance to provide a
straight, undistorted shot at the stage and to allow easy regular maintenance.
3-D Space ModelingModeling a space using EASE and CATT Acoustics allows for sound systems to be
inserted and tested to evaluate specific speakers and speaker locations. To evaluate
types of speakers and speaker locations, we insert different materials and sound systems
into the software and tested. When the model is finished, we can accurately predict
sound contours, by frequency, for any location within the space for the entire audience.
W e p r ov i de acoust i c des i gn fo r
sound sys tems and advanced v i deo
and com pu te r te l ephony
i n teg ra t i on . Mee t i ng the cha l l enge
o f des i gn i ng the sys tems fo r
t o m o r r o w s c o m m u n i c at i o n , s ou n d
and v i deo needs, we p r ov i de
consu l t i ng fo r th e des ign ,
spec i f i ca t ion and sys tem se lec t ion
fo r ou r c l ien ts .EASE Model of Speaker Coverage
Ingraham High School Theatre - Seattle, WA
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Acoustical Design for Performing Arts
Performing Arts spaces should be completed so that listeners at every seat will
experience the same sound levels, by frequency, from a performance. If the space is too
absorptive, the result can be essentially dead space where sound is not scattered to the
listeners. It is important that the listener experience a fullness of sound within the space
by creating accurate diffusion, using architectural elements that scatter sound.
ACOUSTIC MODELING
We use the most advanced modeling prediction methods to develop cost-effective
solutions for performing arts spaces. This is done using EASE for sound system design,
and CATT for Architectural Acoustics. Modeling a space using EASE and CATT Acoustics
allows for sound systems to be inserted and tested to evaluate specific speakers and
speaker locations.
We develop a 3-D model of sound propagation which we can use to evaluate
characteristics of shaping, absorption, reflection, and diffusion in the room. 3-D ray
tracing of ceiling and sidewall reflectors can be repeated while adjusting critical angles,
and quick changes to materials and dimensions can be made to determine the most
efficient use of materials and budget. To evaluate types of speakers and speakerlocations, we insert different materials and sound systems into the software and tested.
When the model is finished, we can accurately predict sound contours, by frequency, for
any location within the space for the entire audience. Changing materials within the
model are accomplished and evaluated quickly. During construction, field measurements
are performed to measure each aspect of acoustic performance.
T he s tage was fu l l o f studen t s
the sea ts packed w i th pa ren t s .
T he space func t i oned rea l l y w e l l .
T he bu i l d i ng t r u l y suppo r t s the
ene rgy o f t he use rs and the m us i c
p rograms! WOW.. . . . . . .
- Ron Ha rpe l , A I A
Mason Midd le Schoo l
Tacom a, WA
Tacoma School of the Arts, Tacoma, WAMcGranahan Architects
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Using CATT for Architectural Acoustics
We are able to create custom wall systems, or use off-the-shelf products; a library ofdifferent materials can put into the CATT model. Various environmental conditions which
can affect the results, including relative humidity, temperature, background, and
mechanical noise, can be adjusted to predict the finished environment. Sound energy is
distributed evenly, so all seats willhave equally good responses.We also complete 3-D
ray tracing to find acoustic blind spots or shadow zones. Using a shaded 3-D Model like
this one in the final stage of design, different procedures such as ray tracing, contours,
and source directivity can be visualized. Properties such as absorption, reflection, and
diffusion coefficients can be entered and modified, and we can predict how the space will
perform, with or without an audience.
PROVIDING INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS
We pride ourselves on challenging the ordinary and standard designs with fresh ideas and
concepts. Using fully-perforated panels, ceilings can be assembled to have enough
absorption to achieve the design criteria for classrooms, gymnasiums, and commonsareas. Improvements to the standard perforated metal decks products have created new
products that are more than three times more absorptive. Our team has the architectural,
theatre design, and engineering expertise to support your design team with
recommendations that are budget-appropriate and consistent with the allowances of the
project.
CATT so f tw are has the
ab i l it y t o i mpo r t f i l e s f r om
Auto CAD. Th is a l low s the
use r to take ex i s t i ng
d raw i ngs as a founda t i on
f r o m w h i ch t o b u i l d .
" I app rec ia ted SSA ' s p l eas i ng pe rsona l it i e s , p roac t i ve w o rk , and i n te res t i n
f i nd i ng l ow -cos t so l u t i ons .
- Ka t i e Popo l ow , A I A , Pr i nc i pa l
M i l l er / Hu l l A rch i tec ts
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Theatres On the BoardsThe team at SSA has extensive experience working with Matt Lambert, a premier theatre
designer, during his time at Knudson & Ward Inc. Some of these projects include Yelm
High School in Yelm, WA, Newport High School in Bellevue, WA, and Hanford High
School in Spokane, WA.
NEWPORT HIGH SCHOOL &AUDITORIUM
Northwest Architecture Company
Dale Brookie, AIA, Project Manager:
206-441-4522Construction Start 2007
We have been working closely with
Matt Lambert since March of 2004 in
developing elements of architectural
acoustics, audio/visual system
design, and mechanical noise and
vibration control within the theatre. This space is
being designed to satisfy requirements for a wide
range of performances, including drama and music,
with the goal of serving the community of Bellevuefor the next 50 years. The 646-seat theatre
incorporates classrooms adjacent to dressing rooms,
as well as operable walls used to convert into two
90-seat lecture rooms. These elements are being
carefully coordinated with SSA and other team
members.
Our team developed an analytical model that was
used to assist in the room shaping, reflecting
elements, and absorptive and diffusing elements.
This model allowed us to adjust the design elements
and derive a predicted performance based on theplanned uses for the facility. In addition to the
auditorium, SSA is providing acoustical the full range
of acoustical design services including architectural,
mechanical noise and vibration control, and
environmental noise analysis and mitigation
solutions for the new school.
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YELM HIGH SCHOOL &AUDITORIUM
Erickson McGovern Architects
Steve Storaasli, AIA, Partner
253.531.0206
Completion: September 2006
Our team is providing
architectural acoustic design and
mechanical system noise and vibration control as well as sound system design for the new
Yelm High School and Auditorium. We have been working closely with Matt Lambert from
the start of the project in May 2003 in developing a high quality, 600-seat auditorium. The
renovated theatre will provide a larger stage, new stage equipment, lighting and sound
systems, band room, and a new 3,000 sq ft storage area under the stage and will include
two spaces convertible from auditorium to classrooms.
Yelm High School, built in 1976 and designed to house 932 students, now holds over1,400 students in four buildings. The renovation project includes the multi-phased
construction of a new 76,396-square-foot, two-story building, modernization of the
auditorium, gymnasium and industrial arts buildings, and demolition of two buildings with
areas for future classrooms adjacent to the new structure. Additiional project team
members include BCE Engineers, Hultz/BHU/Cross Consulting Engineers, Putnam Collins
Scott Associates, and Jerome Morrisette & Associates.
HANFORD HIGH SCHOOL &AUDITORIUM
Integrus ArchitectureRick Berg, Project Manager: (509) 838-8681
Construction Start 2007
Our team is working closely with Integrus
Architecture and the Richland School District to
design acoustical solutions for the new Auditorium
within Hanford High school to meet the current
needs of the school and allow for future growth.
Hanford High School opened in 1972 as a K-12 school. Since that time it has undergone
growth and transformation to a secondary school, and is now being remodeled to serve
as a grade 9-12 high school in approximately 260,000 gross square feet of buildingspace, with a projected enrollment of 1700 students. In addition to theatre design, we
are providing the full scope of acoustical design services, sound system design, and
mechanical system noise and vibration control for renovated portions of the school.
Additional project team members include MW Consulting Engineers (mechanical and
electrical) and Andrea Hougen, PE (structural).
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Additional Theatre Projects
In addition to the above projects, our history working with Lee Davis and Matt Lambert
includes several exciting high school theatres while at Stagecraft Industries and Knudson
and Ward. A sample of these projects includes Arlington High School and PAC in
Arlington, WA, Tacoma School of the Arts in Tacoma, WA, and Bethel High School No. 3
in Spanaway, WA.
Within this portfolio a trail of satisfied clients can be found that have brought us along for
the next project, or have recommended us to associates. Having clients that keep using
our services and recommend us to others is the most important measure of a clients
satisfaction.
Pictured clockwise: 2 images of Arlington High School PAC- Arlington, WA, McGranahan Architects and
Graham-Kapowsin High School in Spanaway, WA, Northwest Architectural Company
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Shaping Auditoriums for Acoustics
GRAHAM-KAPOWSIN HIGH SCHOOL &PAC
Northwest Architecture Company
Guy Overman, Project Manager
206-441-4522
Construction Start 2004
Challenges
This school presented us with
a greatopportunity to design
a theatre which would satisfy
requirements for music and
speech. In order to create the
ideal acoustical environment,
we had to make changes to the shape of thespace in the original drawings. This difficult
process was accomplished by the design team in
the interest of creating the best acoustics
possible. This project was ideal because working
with the best room shaping allows time to
concentrate on the small details rather than
focusing on fixingproblem areas.
Solutions
The auditorium was modeled using EASE software
to develop the ideal amount of absorption,
reflection, and diffusion elements. Specificacoustical treatments for the theater include a
system of suspended clouds, which enhance the
direct sound by providing useful early reflections
from the stage towards the audience. These
treatments are designed from standard materials to
be cost-effective.
Additional Involvement
We completed detailed evaluations to control
mechanical noise and vibration and reverberant
sound within the gym, library, and classrooms. A
resilient hung ceiling was designed in the industrial
education classrooms to prevent sound
transmission to the above rooms. Detailed
recommendations to isolate spaces from noise-
producing areas including band and coral areas,
gym, offices, corridors, and commons were
developed.
We worked closely and effectivelywith the teams at NAC and BethelSchoolDistrict in designingacoustical recommendations for
this uniquely laid-out school. The168,ooo sq ft building contains
three houses, each with teachersoffices, conference areas, and a
center commons space. Thebuilding also contains a 400-seatauditorium and a 2,000-seat maingymnasium.
Early design model
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ARLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL &PAC
McGranahan ArchitectsChris Lilley, AIA, Principal253.383.3084Completed in 2004
Scope
Acoustical design recommendations were
designed to cover all aspects of the new
Arlington High School and Performing Arts
Center. The proposed building is a
comprehensive facility covering 52 acres,
designed to house 1,600 students, with corespaces sized to allow the school to be
enlarged to accommodate 2,000 students.
Challenges
Developing a performing arts auditorium for
the community of Arlington which would
satisfy requirements for drama, orchestra,
choral, and band performances.
Solutions
The performing arts auditorium was
modeled using EASE to develop absorption,
reflection, and diffusion characteristics for
the space. These elements, which were
carefully developed to be durable and long-
lasting, were incorporated into the space
plans. Highlights off the 700-seat-theater
include an orchestra pit, a large stage area,
modified fly loft, direct access to the fine arts
wing of the new school, and state of the art
sound and lighting systems.
Additional InvolvementInterior absorptive treatments were specified
in the band, coral, gym, library, halls, and
commons. Particular attention was made to
control mechanical noise from mezzanine
units. Recommendations include extensive
use of perforated ceiling and wall treatments
to control reverberant noise.
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PROVIDING ANSWERS
Acoustics can be confusing. It has its own language, standards and guidelines, materials,
and methods. We would like to extend an officer from the team at SSA to answer questionsregarding sound and vibration.
Questions regarding absorption coefficients, spring deflection, or local codes are frequently
received and answered by phone, mail, fax or email to:
Mail: SSA
222 Etruria Street, Suite 100
Seattle, WA 98109
Phone: (206) 839-0819
Fax: (206) 839-0824Web: www.ssaacoustics.com
Email: [email protected]
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Appendix A: Education References
Tacoma School of the Arts
McGranahan Architects Michael McGavock, AIA, Principal: 253.383.3084
Provided design recommendations for sound isolation to adjacent building occupants, interior
room treatments for practice spaces, and main performance space and stage.
Washington High School, Tacoma
Erickson McGovern Architects Gerry Pless, AIA, Project Manager: 253.531.0206
Renovation of existing high school. Completed design services for architectural,
engineering, performing arts, sound systems and environmental noise control. Evaluated all
areas of WAC compliance for Health and Safety (246-366-110)
Bush K-12 Campus - Seattle, WA
Steve Southerland, AIA, Miller/Hull Architecture: 206.682.6837SSA Acoustics completed acoustic treatments for renovated portion of the existing school
and the new classroom addition.
Laventure Middle School
Hutteball & Oremus Architects, Jack Hutteball, AIA, Partner (246) 366-1100
Completed design services for architectural, engineering, construction noise and
environmental noise control. Evaluated all areas of WAC 246-366-110 compliance for Health
and Safety.
Tacoma Middle School #11
Northwest Architectural Company Colin Jones, AIA Principal Architect: 206.441.4522Completed design services for architectural, engineering, performing arts and environmental
noise control. Evaluated all areas of WAC compliance for Health and Safety (246-366-110)
Bonney Lake High School, Sumner
Erickson McGovern Architects Tzzy Wong, AIA, Project Manager: 253.531.0206
Completed design services for architectural, engineering, performing arts and environmental
noise control. Evaluated all areas of WAC compliance for Health and Safety (246-366-110)
Mason Middle School, Tacoma
Architects Rasmussen Triebelhorn Peter Rasmussen, FAIA, Principal: 253.572.5511
Completed design services for architectural, engineering, performing arts and environmentalnoise control. Evaluated all areas of WAC compliance for Health and Safety (246-366-110)
Lucille Umbarger Elementary, Mt Vernon
The Henry Klein Partnership David Hall, AIA, Partner: 360.336.2155
Completed design services for architectural, engineering, construction noise and
environmental noise control. Evaluated all areas of WAC compliance for Health and Safety
(246-366-110)
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Central Washington University, McConnell Theater Remodel
Studio Meng Strazzara , Charles Strazzara, AIA, Principal: 206.507.3797
Provided detailed recommendations and design guidance for the replacement of the
mechanical systems serving the space to achieve an NC 30. Completed commissioningservices for the renovated building, and completed field testing to verify the noise criteria of
the theatre.
University of Washington Conibear Shellhouse - Seattle, WA
The Miller/Hull Partnership, LLP, Katie Popolow, AIA, Project Manager
SSA provided aspects of acoustical design in the renovation of the existing shellhouse,
including the addition of a dining hall, classrooms, team training rooms, a computer learning
center, and an office space.
Cornish College of the Arts - Seattle, WA
Cornish College of the Arts, Vicki Clayton: 206.726.5006Designed recommendations for the renovation of a six-story concrete building. Worked to
make full utilization of all classroom spaces possible by tailoring design recommendations to
fit with existing building materials, aesthetics, and appropriateness for working art studio
spaces.
Shoreline Community College 2900 Building - Shoreline, WA
Schacht/Aslani Architecture Kirsten Wild, Project Manager:
Our team completed architectural, mechanical, and engineering acoustics for new building,
Worked to ensure equipment noise levels would not exceed noise criteria (NC) in occupied
spaces, as recommended by ASHRAE guidelines. Engineered solutions for vibration isolation
of all mechanical equipment from building structure.
Gordon College, New Hampshire
PCI Architectural Company, Drew Queen, Project Manager: 603.623.8811
The project involved the addition of two buildings to the campus. SSA completed detailed
evaluations of each building for sound isolation between spaces, room acoustics for training
and teaching spaces, and mechanical noise and vibration control.
Grays Harbor Community College Spellman Library Expansion - Aberdeen, WA
Schacht Aslani Architects, Cima Malek-Aslani: 206.443.3448
Provided architectural and mechanical design services including comparative review of the
acoustical properties of the existing space to the new design. Provided vibration isolation of
mechanical system and recommendations for interior absorptive treatments.
Clover Park Technical College, Bldg 25 Modernization - Lakewood, WA
McGranahan Architects Matt Lane, Project Manager: 253.383.3084
SSA designed architectural and mechanical acoustical solutions for classrooms and labs to
achieve compliance with state standards for noise control, appropriate room acoustics,
speech ineligibility, and adequate absorptiveness of machinery noise.
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Appendix B: Additional References
Bremerton Civic Center
LMN Architects James Cade, AIA, Principal (206) 682-3460Developed design recommendations for council chambers for room absorption and diffusion.
Provided sound isolation for mechanical equipment, loading dock and wall type selections.
9th and Virginia Condominium Tower
Mithun Architects, Jennifer Hawkins, AIA, Project Manager (206) 971-3401
Developed design recommendations for high-rise condominium project. Recommendations
included architectural sound isolation between units, plumbing sound isolation, rooftop
mechanical equipment, and environmental noise control.
QFC Stoneway Traffic Noise Study
Woodman Construction Lachlan Pries Foss, General Contractor (425) 454-3621Competed detailed environmental noise assessment of truck traffic associated with planned
QFC Grocery Store to surrounding residential community. Provided mitigation measures to
property lines within 20 feet of loading docks. Appeared at Design Review Board and
answered community questions concerning project design and noise levels.
Lakewood City Hall
Merritt + Pardini Architects Lee Pardini, FAIA Partner
Provided recommendations for mechanical noise control and interior room acoustics for
offices, courtroom, hearing examiners room and private offices.
South Terminal Expansion Project, SeaTac AirportNBBJ Architects Gordon Phillips, AIA Senior Associate (206) 621-2404
Provided advanced design an analysis of aircraft noise to new terminal building and
concourses. Provided specific recommendations for wall and roof types to control aircraft
noise levels. Provided interior treatments for absorptions and mechanical noise and vibration
isolation.
Boeing Metrology Lab
DLR Group Kim Paulson, PE, Principal (206) 461-6000
Provided advanced analysis of vibration and mechanical noise for new metrology laboratory.
Provided specific details and recommendations to achieve very low vibration tolerances.
Concrete Batch Plant - Environmental Noise Study
City of Edgewood Doc Williams, Associate Planner (253) 952-3299
Completed environmental noise assessment of planned concrete batch plant planned for a
location within the industrial zoned area of the City. Conducted site monitoring and
presented noise control. Evaluated all areas of WAC compliance for Health and
Safety.)testimony at the Design Review Board regarding environmental impact of trucking
noise to the surrounding community.
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William F. Stewart SSA Acoustics
Senior Consultant in Architectural, Mechanical and Environmental Acoustics
Education
MS Engineering Acoustics, U. S. Naval Post
Graduate School
BS Architecture, University of Maryland
HVAC Design, University of Washington
Experience
2000-Present: Managing Partner, SSA Acoustics
1995-2000: Principal, Consultant in Architectural,
Mechanical and Environmental Acoustics at BRC
Acoustics, Seattle, WA, specializing in Architectural
Acoustics issues affecting, performance centers,
schools, retail spaces, condominiums/apartments,
courthouses, airports and offices. Mechanical
Acoustics and vibration mitigation and analysis for
industrial facilities, ships, pump stations, and health
care facilities.
Analyzes HVAC mechanical systems and education
facilities for noise control and vibration isolation,
using the latest computer analysis and field
equipment.
Conducts noise impact studies, which include
analysis, prediction and measurement of noise and
vibration sources for industrial, transportation,
medical, education, office, and mixed-use facilities.
1974-1995: United States Navy. Directed the use of
advanced underwater acoustic systems for the
detection and recovery of objects. Directed
operations of a deep ocean dive complex,
engineering plant and communications for
underwater recovery of military property.
1995 Masters Thesis: Evaluated the use of surface
waves to detect buried objects. Research included
evaluating attenuation and azimuthal dependence of
surface wave propagation and detection using a
three-element array to direct surface waves.
Representative Projects
Mason Middle School Tacoma, WA
Architectural/Mechanical Acoustics
Arlington High School, Arlington, WA
Performing Arts/Architectural/Mechanical
Bethel High School - Bethel, WA
Architectural/Mechanical Acoustics
Tacoma Middle School #11 Tacoma, WA
Architectural/Mechanical Acoustics
Bethel Middle School Spanaway, WA
Architectural/Mechanical AcousticsJason Lee Middle School - WA
Mechanical Acoustics
Bellingham Technology College WA
Architectural/Mechanical Acoustics
Pioneer Elementary School Arlington, WA
Architectural/Mechanical Acoustics
Washington High School - WA
Architectural/Mechanical Acoustics
Rogers High School WA
Architectural/Mechanical Acoustics
Rainier Beach HS WAArchitectural/Mechanical Acoustics
Northshore Middle School WA
Architectural/Mechanical Acoustics
Stevens Elementary School WA
Architectural/Mechanical Acoustics
Tumwater High School WA
Architectural/Mechanical Acoustics
Lister Elementary School Tacoma, WA
Architectural/Performing Arts
North Thurston High School Lacey, WA
Architectural/Performing ArtsKomachin Middle School Lacey, WA
Architectural/Performing Arts
Affiliations
Institute of Noise Control Engineering
CEFPI, CSI, AIA, American Society of Heating and
Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
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Mohamed Ait Allaoua SSA
Consultant in Architectural, Mechanical and Environmental Acoustics
Education
MS Architecture - National Institute for Advanced
Studies in Architecture Blida, Algeria
MS Acoustics - School of Architecture La Defense,
Paris, France.
Diploma of Advanced Specialized Studies in Sci-
entific Fundamentals of Architectural Acoustics -
University Pierre et Marie Curie, Paris, France.
Specialization Diploma in Computer-Aided Design
in Architecture - School of Architecture, Paris Con-
flans, France.
Experience
2000-present: Managing Partner, SSA Acoustics
1997-2000: Technician\Consultant in Acoustics at
BRC Acoustics. Seattle, WA.
19961996: Acoustical Technician at Open Rome -
Paris, France. Conducted environmental noise
studies and prescribed mitigation measures.
1995-1995: Acoustical Technician at Open Rome,
Paris France. Noise control and sound isolation of
commercial and residential units, including acousti-
cal measurements, noise analysis, and written re-
ports of recommendations. Environmental noise
analysis and mitigation of rail noise.
1992-1992: Internship at the University of Nanterre
- Paris. Acoustical analysis and recommendations
for an amphitheater at the University of Nanterre,
Paris France.
1988-1992: Architect at Society of Technical
Studies and Architecture in Medea, (SETAM),
Algeria. Architectural design of office buildings,
multi-family dwellings, single family residential,
hostel, renovation of theater.
Representative Projects
Arlington High School - Arlington, WA
Architectural/Sound System Design
New Tacoma Middle School
Architectural/ Interior Treatments
North Thurston High School - Lacey, WA
Treatments for choral/orchestral room.
Arlington Elementary School - Arlington WA
Architectural/ Environmental/Sound System
Bethel High School - Bethel, WA
Acoustical treatments for theater.Monroe High School - Monroe, WA
Acoustical treatments for band room.
Seattle Academy of Art & Sciences
Sound isolation between band/music room.
Woodmoor Elementary School - Bothell, WA
Acoustical treatments for classrooms.
Canyon Park Junior High School- Bothell, WA
Architectural Acoustics
Laventure Middle School - Mount Vernon, WA
Architectural Acoustics
New Bonney Lake High School - Sumner, WA
Architectural/ Interior Treatments
Northshore Junior High School - Bothell, WA
Architectural/ Sound System Design
Evergreen Elementary School - Lakebay, WA
Architectural Acoustics
Horizon Elementary School - Lacey, WA
Treatments for multi-purpose room.
Komachin Middle School - Lacey, WA
Architectural / Interior treatments
Newport High School - Bellevue, WA
Sound System Design
Grays Harbor Community College Library
Architectural/Mechanical Acoustics
Maritime Research Campus - Seattle
Sound isolation between classrooms
AffiliationsCouncil of Educational Facility Planners CEFPI
AIA Seattle Chapter
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Anita Perkins, PE SSA Acoustics
Consultant in Architectural, Industrial, and Mechanical Acoustics
Education
Professional Engineer State of Washington
BASc in Mechanical Engineering
University of British Columbia
Experience
March 2001-Present: Consultant, SSA Acoustics,
LLP.
Industrial, Mechanical, Architectural Acoustics,
Vibration Analysis
Completes measurements and data analysis of
airborne noise and structural vibration using
laboratory and field equipment and computer
programs in accordance with applicable standards.
Calculates and predicts performance of mitigation
measures for design applications. Analysis of
mechanical systems.
2000-2001: Keen Engineering Inc., Seattle, WA
Project Manager International Division.
Mechanical Engineer in Training. Responsible for
project management, engineering design, and
marketing. Consultant in HVAC, plumbing and fire
protection field with specialization in energy
efficient and sustainable design.
1996-2000: Keen Engineering Co. Ltd., Canada
Project manager and design engineer.
Mechanical Engineer in Training. Responsible for
project management, engineering design, and
marketing. Consultant in HVAC, plumbing and fireprotection field with specialization in energy
efficient and sustainable design
Representative Projects
The Bush School Renovation & Addition - Seattle
Architectural/ Mechanical Acoustics
Tacoma Middle School #10, Tacoma, WA
Mechanical Acoustics
Mason Middle School - Tacoma, WA
Mechanical Acoustics
Arlington High School - Arlington, WA
Architectural /Mechanical Acoustics
University of Washington Conibear Shellhouse
Architectural/Mechanical AcousticsWing Luke Elementary School, Seattle, WA
Architectural and Mechanical Acoustics
Seattle Central Community College Science and
Technology Building, WA
Bonney Lake High School - Sumner, WA
Architectural and Mechanical Acoustics
Forest Ridge Sacred Heart Theater- Bellevue, WA
Architectural/Mechanical Acoustics
UW Health Sciences G-Wing Renovations-Seattle
Advanced Analysis of Vibration and Isolation
Central Washington University McConnell TheaterRemodel - Ellensburg, WA/ HVAC Noise
University of Washington Golf Center EIS
Environmental Noise Analysis
Sarah J Anderson Elementary- Vancouver, WA
Architectural/Mechanical Acoustics
Washington High School, Tacoma, WA
Architectural/Mechanical Acoustics
University of Washington Primate Research Center
Vibration Study, Seattle
Bellingham Technical College, WA
Hazen High School - Renton, WALarchmont Elementary School - Tacoma, WA
Maple Elementary School - Renton, WA
Bethel High School No. 3 - Bethel, WA
Cornish College of the Arts -Seattle
Affiliations
ASHRAE Puget Sound Governor
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Wm. Lee Davis SSA Theatre
Senior Consultant in Theatre Design and Planning
Experience
July 2005 -Present: SSA Acoustics, LLP
Senior Theatre Consultant
Responsible for programming, space planning,
and conceptual design; directs technical
documentation and specifications development,
project management, construction coordination,
and installation inspections for theatrical
equipment and seating.
1999-2005: Stagecraft Industries, Inc. Portland,OR
Project Manager / Electrical Dept. Manager
Wholly responsible for timely and profitable
completion of over 30 custom stage rigging and
lighting installation projects valued at over $5.5
million, including contract administration, budget
and schedule maintenance, risk analysis, safety
plan, customer service, coordination and
negotiation with owners, design professionals,
consulting engineers, municipal authorities,
contractors, and end-users.
Previously responsible for day-to-day operations of
the Electrical Department, including product design
and management, project management, technical
service, purchasing, inventory, and staff mentoring
and development.
1996 1999: Electronic Theatre Controls, Inc.
Project Manager Consultant Group
Served as one of two founding Project Managers
of ETCs Consultant Group, which actively workedwith Architects, Theatre Design Consultants, and
Lighting Designers to specify, design, and manage
the installation of state of the art lighting control
systems. Solely managed the installation of large
custom lighting systems for hundreds of venues.
Representative Projects, Stagecraft Industries:
East High School -Anchorage, AK
South Anchorage High School-Anchorage, AK
Mesa Arts Center- Mesa, AZ
Crystal Cathedral -Garden Grove, CA
UCSD Cal IT2 - La Jolla, CA
Eastside Performing Arts Center-East Palo Alto, CA
Alhambra Performing Arts Center, Martinez, CA
Sunset Cultural Center - Marina, CA
Adams State College - Alamosa, CO
University of Missouri Touhill PAC, St. Louis MOLakeridge High School - Lake Oswego, OR
Portland Cable Access Studio - Portland, OR
Action Sports Cable Network Studio- Portland, OR
Summit High School - Bend, OR
OSU - Memorial Union Ballroom, Corvallis OR
Utah Shakespeare Festival, Cedar City UT
Sammamish High School - Bellevue, WA
McIntyre Hall PAC - Mt. Vernon, WA
Grays Harbor College Bishop Cntr -Aberdeen, WA
CWU McConnell Hall Theatre- Ellensburg, WA
Museum of Glass - Tacoma, WASeattle City Hall TV Studio- Seattle, WA
AT&T Seattle Center - Seattle, WA
Experience Music Project - Seattle, WA
ISU Performing Arts Center, Pocatello ID
Hernando Performing Arts Center -Hernando, MS
West Linn High School -West Linn, OR
Nathan Hale High School -Seattle, WA
Graham-Kapowsin High School -Spanaway, WA
Auburn High School No. 4 -Auburn, WA
Representative Projects, E.T.C.:Santa Fe Opera House
Apollo/Lyric Theatre of New York
Boston Symphony Hall
Fort Worth Performing Arts Center
New Jersey PAC
Oriental Theatre of Chicago
LG Arts Center of Korea
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John C. Keiffer SSA
Acoustical ConsultantEducationMS in Applied Physics
East Carolina University
BS in Physics
East Carolina University
Experience
September 2003 - Present: Acoustician, SSA
Acoustics, LLP.
Mechanical, Architectural, and Environmental
Acoustics, Vibration Analysis.
Completes measurements and data analysis of
airborne noise and structural vibration using
equipment and computer programs in accordance
with applicable standards. Calculates and predicts
performance of mitigation measures for design
applications.
2002-2003: Geo-Marine, Inc., Newport News, VA
Noise Analyst, USAF Air Combat Command
Division. Serves as a member of the ACC-GMI
team working on the implementation of a Biological
Opinion that requires surveys and monitoring of
four threatened and endangered bird species in
Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the
planning and supervision of the noise monitoring
tasks and crew for this project. Additionally
responsible for providing environmental noise
assessments and AICUZ data collections for the
USAF.
2001-2002: Michael R. Yantis Assoc., Inc., Seattle,WA. Acoustician. Responsible for providing
analysis of mechanical system noise and vibration.
Evaluated structural vibration using finite element
modeling techniques. Routinely conducted sound
and vibration measurements. Generated
documentation detailing mitigation measures.
Representative ProjectsMcKenna Elementary School - Yelm, WA
Architectural/Mechanical Acoustics
Tacoma Elementary School No. 37
Architectural/Mechanical Acoustics
Clover Park Technical College - Tacoma, WA
Mechanical Acoustics
Kennydale Elementary School - Renton, WA
Environmental Acoustics
Lake Tapps Elementary School - Sumner, WA
Mechanical Acoustics
Mt. Rainier Lutheran High School - Tacoma, WAArchitectural/Mechanical/Environmental
Juanita Elementary - Kirkland, WA
Mechanical Acoustics
Evergreen High School - Lakebay, WA
Environmental Acoustics
Eisenhower Middle School - Everett, WA
Architectural/Mechanical/Environmental
Minter Elementary School - Gig Harbor, WA
Environmental Acoustics
Medina Elementary School - Medina, WA
Mechanical AcousticsHarbor Ridge Middle School - Gig Harbor, WA
Architectural/ Mechanical Acoustics
Snoqualmie Elementary School No. 5
Mechanical Acoustics
Hodson Hall, Skagit Valley College-Mount
Vernon, WA Architectural/Mechanical
Acoustics
Yelm High School - Yelm, WA
Mechanical/ Performing Arts Acoustics
Affiliations
INCEAcoustical Society of AmericaASHRAESociety for Experimental Mechanics
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Matthew Lambert SSA
Consultant in Theatre Planning and Design
Experience
January 2005-Present: Consultant, SSA
Acoustics, LLP.
Theatre Planning and Design Consultant
Responsible for planning and designing public
assembly facilities and their technical equipment.
Analyzes site, event types, audience sizes,
construction and operating budget. Develops
building program, probable construction costs,
initial building design, stage features, and technical
systems configuration. Ensures functionality of allbuilding elements. Completes detailed design of
specialized production equipment, and insures
quality of completed project.
2002-2004: Knudson & Ward, Inc. Seattle, WA
Consultant in Theatre Planning and Design
Plans and designs public assembly facilities and
their technical equipment. Designs and develops
building, technical systems, stage features. Works
to ensure proper functioning of all performer and
audience support spaces, and overall quality ofbuilt project.
1999-2002: Stagecraft Industries Inc. Portland, OR
Project Engineer - Theatre Planning and Design
Designs and installs theatrical stage systems for
school auditoriums, stages, and studios.
Constructs stages and studios, contracts theater
equipment, integrates systems for stage and studio
lighting systems, and inspects safety for theater
rigging and lighting systems.
Representative Projects, Knudson & Ward:
Roosevelt High School - Seattle WA
Stadium High School - Tacoma, WA
Kentridge High School - Kent, WA
Tacoma School of the Arts - Tacoma, WA
Sammamish High School - Bellevue, WA
Arlington High School - Arlington, WA
Bethel High School No. 3 - Spanaway, WA
Yelm High School - Yelm, WA
Newport High School - Bellevue, WA
Aberdeen High School - Aberdeen, WA
Eastside Catholic High School- Sammamish, WA
Nathan Hale High School- Seattle, WA
Hanford High School - Spokane, WA
New Mount Tahoma High School - Tacoma, WA
Arlington High School PAC - Arlington, WA
Interlake High School - Bellevue , WA
Cleveland High School - Seattle, WA
Bothell High School - Bothell, WA
CWU McConnell Hall - Ellensburg, WA
South Puget Sound Community College -
Olympia, WA
Seattle University Pugot Auditorium - Seattle, WA
Representative Projects, Stagecraft Industries:
East Grand Rapids High School-E. Grand Rapids, MI
North Clackamas High School-North Clackamas, OR
Centralia College Performing Arts & Instructional
Building - Centralia, WA
Robert Zemeckis Center for Digital Arts - University
of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
Seattle Academy Visual & Performance Arts Center
References
Dan Alder, Project Engineering Supervisor,
Stagecraft Industries, Inc. 5051 N. Lagoon Ave
Portland, OR 97217 (503) 286-1600
Peder H Knudson, Principal, Knudson & Ward, Inc.
80 Yesler Way, 3rd Floor Seattle, WA 98104
(206) 343-7090 / (206) 769-9032
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Dawn Nelsen SSA
SpecificationsExperience
February 2005-Present: SSA Acoustics, LLP
Specifications Writer and Editor
Writes and edits specifications for all aspects of
Theatre Specifications sections. Organizes,
standardizes, retrieves, communicates, and
exchanges construction information including
written material specifications to be included in a
formatted set of specifications for architectural
acoustics, mechanical acoustics, and sound
system design.
1999-2004: Knudson & Ward, Inc., Seattle, WA
Specifications editor, accountant, office manager
Responsible for specification writing and editing
for all aspects of Specifications sections for
Theatre Design including, Stage Drapery, Stage
Rigging, Pit Filler Panels, Orchestra Shell,
Auditorium Seating, Pit Lift, Stage and House
Lighting Dimming and Control, Worklight Relay
Panel and Controls, Stage Lighting Wiring
Devices, Stage Lighting Fixtures and
Accessories, Auditorium Lighting Fixtures.
Executed all office operations including payroll
processing, accounts payable, accounts
receivable, quarterly taxes, coordinating project
schedules, creative thinking, and problem
solving.
1996-2000: Office Manager and Inventory control
Responsible for payroll processing, inventorycontrol, shipping and receiving, hiring, training,
selling, and customer service, marketing.
Representative Projects
at Knudson & Ward, Inc.:
West Seattle High School, Seattle, WA
Yelm High School, Yelm, WA
Wilson High School, Tacoma, WA
Mount Rainier High School, Tacoma, WA
Newport High School, Bellevue, WA
Aberdeen High School, Aberdeen, WA
Hanford High School, Richland, WA
Alma High School - Alma, AR
Stanwood High School, Stanwood, WA
Renton High School - Renton, WA
Hamilton High School, Hamilton, MT
Roosevelt High School, Seattle, WA
Bethel High School, Bethel, WA
Sammamish High School, Bellevue, WA
Interlake High School, Bellevue, WA
Kentridge High School, Kent, WA
Cleveland High School, Seattle, WA
Nathan Hale High School, Seattle, WA
Eastside Catholic High School, Sammamish, WA
Bothell High School, Bothell, WA
Tacoma School of the Arts, Tacoma, WA
The Overlake School, Redmond, WA
Central Valley High School, Spokane, WA
University High School, Spokane, WA
Fife Junior High School, Fife, WA
University Preparatory Academy, Seattle, WA
Redmond High School, Redmond, WA
Mountain View High School, Auburn, WA
North Valleys High School, Washoe County, NV
Emerald Ridge High School, Puyallup, WA
Lewis & Clark High School, Spokane, WA
Spanish Springs High School, Washoe County, NVCapital High School, Olympia, WA
Camas High School, Camas, WA
Edison High School, Fresno, CA
White River High School, Buckley, WA
Arlington High School, Arlington, WA
Mount Tahoma High School, Tacoma, WA
Stadium High School, Tacoma, WA