Pioneer Courthouse Seismic and Historic Renovation

Portland, Oregon
Completed 2005
57,000 square feet

As the second oldest federal building on the west coast and the third highest ranked historic structure in the General Service Administration’s portfolio, Pioneer Courthouse is a significant historic sandstone structure. Peter Meijer Architect, PC (PMA) acted as the Preservation Conservator hired directly by the General Service Administration to consult the construction team engaged in the base isolation seismic upgrade and historic renovation of the circa 1875 Pioneer Courthouse. PMA revised the means and methods associated with the preservation specifications, represented the Owner, and provided CA services on issues affecting the historic property.

AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Preservation in Action Award Pinnacle Award
Architectural Heritage Center/Bosco-Milligan Foundation, 2008

Craftsmanship Award
AIA Portland Chapter, 2006

Top Project
Daily Journal of Commerce (DJC Oregon), 2005