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Architectural Design & Resilience Planning Services
Jay Raskin Architect is a seasoned architect with over two decades of experience in residential design, historic preservation, and resilience planning. Our practice focuses on creating buildings that harmonize with their environment while prioritizing long-term community safety and sustainability. We specialize in seismic upgrades and disaster preparedness, informed by our leadership role in developing Oregon's statewide resilience strategies. Our team combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of coastal construction challenges and historic building codes.We collaborate closely with clients to deliver tailored solutions that balance modern functionality with historic integrity. Our work extends beyond individual projects to shaping policy through participation in state and national advisory commissions. We are committed to advancing resilience as a core principle in architectural design and urban planning.
Services
Resilience Planning
Seismic Upgrades
Architecture
Historic Preservation
Community Resilience Consulting
Coastal Construction Design
Building Code Compliance
Disaster Recovery Planning
Sustainability Integration
Tax Credit Consulting
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of architectural experience in coastal construction challenges
- Our team developed Oregon's statewide resilience planning standards
- We provide seismic upgrade solutions that preserve historic building integrity
- Our firm maximizes state and federal tax credit opportunities for preservation
- We combine architectural practice with policy development in disaster preparedness
Services
Resilience Planning
Resilience planning develops strategies for communities to recover from natural disasters. We create customized plans balancing immediate needs with long-term recovery, incorporating seismic risk assessments and sustainability practices. Our expertise includes state-level policy development and local implementation strategies for improved community safety.
Seismic Upgrades
Seismic upgrades enhance building safety during earthquakes. Our approach strengthens structural connections, improves foundation anchoring, and maintains usability post-disaster. We integrate energy efficiency improvements during upgrades while preserving architectural character in historic structures through proven reinforcement techniques.
Historic Preservation
Historic preservation maintains architectural heritage while meeting modern needs. We specialize in restoring National Historic Register buildings using code-compliant methods that retain original character. Our services include tax credit maximization and navigating approval processes for landmark commissions across Oregon's coastal regions.
Coastal Construction
Coastal construction addresses unique environmental challenges. We design structures resistant to salt corrosion, high winds, and moisture exposure while maintaining aesthetic integration with coastal landscapes. Our experience includes residential and commercial projects along Oregon's demanding shoreline conditions.
Community Resilience
Community resilience builds disaster-ready towns through policy and infrastructure. We develop evacuation plans, post-disaster recovery frameworks, and multi-hazard strategies. Our work with local governments establishes sustainable practices that enhance both immediate safety and long-term community viability in seismic risk zones.
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Jay Raskin Architect
Principal Architect
Architect with 20+ years experience in coastal construction and seismic resilience. Developed Oregon's statewide resilience plan and served on national advisory commissions. Specializes in integrating historic preservation with modern safety standards.
Questions
What is resilience planning?
Resilience planning prepares communities for natural disasters by creating recovery strategies that maintain essential services and infrastructure functionality during emergencies.
Do you work on historic buildings?
Yes, we specialize in preserving historic structures while implementing modern safety standards and seismic upgrades that maintain original architectural character.
What coastal construction challenges do you handle?
We address salt corrosion, moisture control, and wind resistance in coastal environments while ensuring buildings meet both aesthetic and structural requirements for Oregon's shoreline.
Can you help with tax credit programs?
Yes, we guide clients through state and federal historic tax credit applications to maximize financial benefits while maintaining preservation standards.
What seismic upgrade options exist?
We offer foundation anchoring, structural reinforcement, and code-compliant retrofitting solutions that improve earthquake safety while preserving building integrity and functionality.
