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Architecture, design, and consulting

PRESS was established in response to the growing need for more sustainable-forward building solutions. We embrace mass timber and innovative technologies that press the building industry forward.

COLLABORATION, RESPECT, AND TRUST.

WE ARE PRESS

Founded in 2021, PRESS is an award-winning architectural practice based in Spokane, WA with roots and experience from across the US. The practice is led by Drew Kleman, AIA, backed by his almost 20 years of experience in the building industry.

PRESS brings a fresh design approach to the Inland NW Mass timber and sustainable building solutions should be more attainable to our community. We are breaking down barriers and creating design solutions that do just that: bring mass timber to the masses.

PRESS is rooted in the idea that everyone at the table is valued equally - and treated with trust and respect. Just as important as equitable space - we seek to build a better and more equitable architectural practice in our everyday work.

MASS TIMBER HOUSING

We believe every opportunity to address the housing crisis should be brought to the table - including mass timber. PRESS's mass timber housing concept is first conceived as a series of rigorously defined CLT wall, floor, and roof panels that simultaneously provide flexibility in their use on a given project.
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A 3d rendering of a large warehouse building with metal framing and wood timbers walls.

BUILD-TO-SUIT FABRICATION FACILITY

Tilt-up concrete? Sure, but how about tilt-up mass timber? This fabrication facility was conceived with 5-ply CLT bearing walls fully supporting the roof structure. Perimeter steel columns were added to support a bridge crane and rails.
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An outdoor photograph of a multi level building with modern design.

CATALYST

The Catalyst is Washington State’s first full mass timber building. Developed by Emerald Initiative, the project sought to find every opportunity to utilize mass timber - including innovative uses in the exterior and core walls. Over 450,000sf of higher education, research, and private sector offices fill this zero-carbon, zero-energy building.
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An outdoor photograph of a building with brick design work and large glass windows.

MCKINLEY SCHOOL ADAPTIVE REUSE

The McKinley School is envisioned as a vibrant adaptive reuse of an existing 1902 four-story school into a mixed-use development with eateries, brewery, and loft-style residences. Located in the Sprague Union District, the McKinley School will bring much needed housing to a burgeoning Spokane neighborhood.
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A 3d rendering of a warehouse building for a company named McKinstry.

MCKINSTRY FABRICATION FACILITY

McKinstry’s new state-of-the-art fabrication and manufacturing facility will produce prefabricated sheet metal, piping, and plumbing materials and systems. The 68,000sf facility will also be home to Overcast Innovations, a McKinstry-owned subsidiary that produces plug-and-play architectural ceiling cloud appliances.
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A 3d rendering of warehouse building from the outside. A person driving a forklift and other people walking around the parking lot.

MERCER GREEN END EXPANSION

Mercer acquired the mass timber facility in 2021 and quickly began the process to expand their wood product manufacturing capability, including the planar mill addition as part of this project. The building’s enclosure is a hybrid steel structure with 3-ply CLT wall and 5-ply CLT roof panels.
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