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Construction is underway for the Elkhorn Ridge Residence with Ueda Design Studio. Elkhorn Ridge utilizes ICF construction, which offers several advantages related to sustainability, durability, and fire safety.

ICF, or Insulated Concrete Forms, is a high-performance building system that uses hollow, interlocking foam blocks, typically made of expanded polystyrene (EPS). The blocks are stacked to form the walls, reinforced with steel rebar, and filled with concrete. Once the concrete is poured, the insulation is already built in, creating a durable, energy-efficient home.

We are excited to use construction methods and materials of all types to enhance safety and reduce long-term carbon emissions throughout the structure's life.

Photos courtesy of Ueda Design Studio.

SSF is hiring! If you or someone you know is a CAD technician or structural engineer looking for a new career opportunity or a change of pace, contact us. Whether you are just starting out or an industry veteran, and looking for great work-life balance, excellent benefits, and awesome coworkers, visit the link in our bio or send a resume to [email protected].

SSF is an award-winning structural engineering firm founded in 1995, with offices in Seattle, Tacoma, and Ellensburg. We have extensive experience in new construction, renovations, adaptive reuse, historic renovations, and seismic retrofits for public and private clients alike. Our portfolio includes, but is not limited to, single-family affordable, multi-family housing, commercial, public, and community projects. If this sounds like the kind of team you’d like to be part of, we’d love to hear from you!