Pulse Newsletter

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A Small Donation Goes a Long Way for Families Impacted the by Almeda Fire

After the Almeda Fire in September 2020, the Ausland team wanted to find a way to provide fire relief and support the people and organizations that were already on the front lines serving the communities of Phoenix and Talent. One of those organizations is Armadillo Technical Institute (ATI) – a charter high school in the… Read More

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Upgrading Your Home Office on a Budget

For many of us, the pandemic is the first time we’ve worked from a home office for an extended period (or maybe ever!).  However, while working from home (WFH) may have its perks (the one minute commute or the money you save from avoiding your $6 per day latte habit), many challenges come with this… Read More

ASCE OREGON PROJECT OF THE YEAR - J. Polk Currin Swinging Bridge

“Project of the Year” Awarded to Ausland Engineering by ASCE Oregon

Ausland Group is the proud recipient of the American Society of Civil Engineers, Oregon Section, (ASCE Oregon) Project of the Year for Cottage Grove’s iconic J. Polk Currin Swinging Bridge restoration. Following the 2016 closure of the bridge, community members and city employees worked to secure funding and grants and to make a plan for… Read More

The Housing Crisis

The Housing Crisis – Finding Solutions Together

Prior to these devastating fires, homelessness was on the rise. Lower-income families who had a place to live were finding themselves increasingly burdened by the cost. But the housing crisis impacts more than just families; it inhibits economic growth, negatively impacts our community well-being, and burdens our education, healthcare, and law enforcement systems. With thousands… Read More

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Rebuilding After A Fire
How Is That Foundation?

After a major calamity like a massive fire, eventually property owners and whole communities start to explore how to rebuild. Ausland Group includes engineers that understand how to evaluate the path forward when the process of rebuilding a commercial building or multi-family structure begins. “The higher up in the structure you investigate, the more problems… Read More

Taproom Design Innovations Addressing a Pandemic

Innovations in Brewery Design
Addressing a Pandemic

Owners Kelsey and Troy Yoho, and Brandon and Ashley Crews, knew that to deliver on their motto of ‘Find Your Weekend’, their new brewery would have to deliver not just perfect beer but a fantastic and safe space. Ironically, the pandemic’s resulting social distancing measures and isolation has made people crave community and connection even more… Read More

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It’s a Great Time to Start a New Project!

….say what!?  We may seem a little strange (or self-serving) in saying it’s a great time to start a new project. But there is an old saying, “challenging times bring great opportunities.” We agree – and so do several of our most sophisticated development clients.  It is in fact a great time to start a… Read More

Eugene, OR, USA - January 3, 2014: Market of Choice entrance sign. Market of Choice is a supermarket chain emphasizing organic and natural groceries.

Market of Choice Comes to Medford!

  Chances are that you have already heard the buzz around town. The popular Oregon family-owned grocery store, Market of Choice, is coming to serve the Medford community. Ausland Group is excited to bring this great project to life! Ausland is working with GLAS Architects and the Market of Choice team to transform the old… Read More

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Seismic Engineering and Construction
Is Your Facility Earthquake Ready?

In the midst of coronavirus, our team has been busy helping business owners and facility managers improve the resiliency of their facilities. A key part of resiliency planning is assessing the vulnerability of your facilities to earthquakes. Experts agree, that it is not a matter of if, but when the next great Cascadia subduction zone… Read More

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Promoting STEM in Our Communities

Great jobs are coming. The past 10 years, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) jobs grew three times as fast as non-STEM jobs and STEM workers commanded higher wages, earning 26 percent more than their non-STEM counterparts.  With the rapid growth in high-paying jobs in the STEM field, we need young people to fill these… Read More