The Rafn Blog
BIM for Site Work and Utilities Analysis
Over the last 8 years, Rafn has integrated Building Information Modeling (BIM) into our constructability review process
Preserving Heritage at Mt. Baker Village
In late April 1975, Washington Governor Dan Evans was stunned by news coverage of one of the last US helicopters lifting off the roof of a Saigon building as the US evacuated Vietnam, leaving behind frantic individuals clinging to the ladder leading to the rooftop.
Mass Timber - Paving the Way to a Sustainable Future
Thanks to innovative technology, the old post and beam URM’s in Pioneer Square are being replaced by a newer framing style that consists of using small wood members to form larger solid wood formations to construct walls, floors, and roof systems.
Spotlight : C-PACER - A New Financing Option for Renovations
Rafn has long been a supporter of King County initiatives aimed at increasing sustainability within the built environment.
Fill us in Phil : Morrow Apartments 12/2020
Episode 04 : All about Gypsum Concrete Flooring Prep
Fill us in Phil : Morrow Apartments 10/2020
Episode 03 : The Tower Crane Episode
Fill us in Phil : Morrow Apartments 09/2020
Episode 02 : Birthdays, Elevators, Window Testing, and More
Fill us in Phil : Morrow Apartments 08/2020
Episode 01 : The Premiere : Project Tour Top to Bottom
Project Tour : AMLI Spring District Apartments
Nearing completion in Bellevue's new Spring District, AMLI Residential's newest luxury apartment project is a masterpiece.