Historic Assessments and Studies

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    Chapman Hall Historic Assessment
    (University of Oregon, 2015-05) Campus Planning, Design & Construction, University of Oregon
    This assessment identifies the historic features of Chapman Hall’s exterior (including landscape elements) and interior spaces. Understanding the building’s historic significance is the first step to evaluating and preserving its valuable architectural and landscape features. This assessment is intended to be used as a resource when making recommendations for treatment of Chapman Hall during any alterations or additions. Please note that this assessment incorporates information from a prior preliminary historic assessment from 2011. Information from the 2011 assessment has been included and updated in this complete version, which is intended to replace the 2011 preliminary assessment. The assessed areas are shown on the Surveyed Areas and Ranking maps (pp. 3-11). Each area with potential historic significance is assigned a ranking of primary, secondary, or tertiary. This ranking is based on the level of historic significance (high, medium, or low) and level of integrity, defined as the degree to which the key historic elements are evident today (excellent, good, fair, or poor). Refer to Appendix A for a full description of the ranking methodology.
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    Chapman Hall Preliminary Window Assessment
    (University of Oregon, 2015-06) Campus Planning, Design & Construction, University of Oregon
    Windows are some of the most significant character-defining features of any building. From window opening, to frame, to sash, to glazing, their construction and materials play a major role in the design of the building’s facade and overall composition. A building’s window and facade design can indicate the aesthetic style, building materials, and building technologies of their time and place. Inappropriate or unsympathetic window upgrades and treatments can drastically alter the appearance of a building. With that said, concerns over energy conservation, continued maintenance, and other considerations have lead to growing needs of window treatments and alterations for our historic buildings. This assessment identifies and documents the general condition of the typical window types found in Chapman Hall and provides a variety of treatment recommendations for their continued use. This initial assessment is intended to be used as a preliminary resource for the treatment of Chapman Hall’s original historic windows when planning any alterations or additions.
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    Erb Memorial Union Preliminary Historic Assessment
    (University of Oregon, 2011-12) Campus Planning, Design & Construction, University of Oregon
    This preliminary assessment identifies the historic significance of the Erb Memorial Union’s landscape features, exterior facades, and interior spaces. The areas surveyed are shown on the Surveyed Areas and Ranking maps (pp. 6-8). Each area with potential historic significance is assigned a ranking of primary, secondary, or tertiary. This ranking is based upon the level of historic significance (high, medium, or low) and level of integrity, defined as the degree to which the key historic elements are evident today (excellent, good, fair, or poor). Refer to Appendix D for a description of the ranking methodology. Overall, the Erb Memorial Union (EMU) has a secondary historic ranking (UO 4.0 Survey of Buildings). This means that it is likely to be eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. The EMU did not receive a primary ranking due to its compromised integrity (substantial additions). However, there are many individual spaces and features within the EMU that have primary historic significance. It is important to identify these historically significant features and consider ways to preserve them.
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    Fenton Hall Entries and Skylight Historic Assessment
    (University of Oregon, 2010-01) Campus Planning, Design & Construction, University of Oregon
    Since it was built in 1906, Fenton Hall has undergone numerous changes including significant revisions to the entry facade and stair. The current entry reflects the 1936 Lawrence Holford and Allyn design. Since this time only minor changes to the entry’s interior and exterior have been made including changes to interior and exterior lighting, floor finishes, and the stair balustrade and nosing. It is assumed that a number of small, unnoted changes have been made to accommodate new electrical, fire suppression, ventilation, and plumbing systems.
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    Fenton Hall Window Condition Assessment
    (University of Oregon, 2010-05) Campus Planning, Design & Construction, University of Oregon
    Overall, the assessed Fenton Hall windows are in excellent condition. This survey sought to assess all windows in the original Fenton Hall building and excluded assessment of the Stack Addition. The majority of wear to the windows is superficial; the most commonly affected area is the exterior sill, both the concrete and the wooden portion. Exposed sills and jambs on the south, west and north sides are in need of repainting. Currently, exposed wood has lead to checking on some of these sills. It also appears that some windows have been impacted by water infiltration as the paint condition on some of the interior muntins and rails shows signs of past condensation accumulation. A number of weight cords on the double hung windows are also in need of repair. Unless otherwise mentioned, all windows and much of the hardware appear to be original, though many of the operable windows have had new stops added. Second and third floor windows are operable and notably decorative. The majority of the third floor windows are double hung with a fixed, decorative upper sash. Two distinct diamond quarrel patterns describe the upper sashes, suggesting that some of them were replaced at one point. The majority of windows on the second floor are also operable. Six of these windows along the eastern elevation are have a large fixed lower window with an operable, arched transom above. Original operable vents are still present in these six distinctive windows. While function would be improved by paint removal from the vents’ exterior side and a thorough cleaning, they provide ventilation passively. Other windows have been retrofitted to accommodate air conditioning units.
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    Friendly Hall Preliminary Historic Assessment
    (University of Oregon, 2022-10) Campus Planning & Facilities Management, University of Oregon
    This assessment identifies the historic features of Friendly Hall’s exterior (including landscape elements) and interior spaces. Understanding the building’s historic significance is the first step to evaluating and preserving its valuable architectural and landscape features. This assessment is intended to be used as a resource when making recommendations for treatment of Friendly Hall during any alterations or additions. The assessed areas are shown on the Surveyed Areas and Ranking map (pg. 4). Each area with potential historic significance is assigned a ranking of primary, secondary, or tertiary. This ranking is based on the level of historic significance (high, medium, or low) and level of integrity, defined as the degree to which the key historic elements are evident today (excellent, good, fair, or poor). Refer to Appendix A -- for a full description of the ranking methodology.
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    Gerlinger Hall Alumni Lounge Historic Preservation Presentation Materials
    (University of Oregon, 2021-10) Campus Planning, University of Oregon
    The Gerlinger Lounge (originally called Alumni Hall) in Gerlinger Hall is the most intact historic interior on campus, retaining much of the original historic fabric. The Lounge, along with the building, is nationally recognized for its historic significance and still retains its historic Georgian details, such as French doors, Georgian columns and pilasters, and shield and scroll motifs.
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    McMorran House and Gardens History
    (University of Oregon, 2010-02) Campus Planning, Design and Construction, University of Oregon
    The McMorran House was built for George McMorran in 1925 during a time when Eugene was experiencing its largest building and population boom, in accordance with the designs of Roscoe D. Hemenway, a respected architect and George H. Otten, landscape architect. George McMorran, was a man who greatly influenced the commercial life of Eugene and was also deeply involved in the organization and life of the community. George McMorran sold the house to the University of Oregon in 1941. Every resident thereafter has been a president of the University of Oregon and, therefore, has had a profound impact on the university. Roscoe D. Hemenway, a UO graduate and an acclaimed Portland architect known for his period revival style residential work, designed the McMorran house. The house is an excellent example of the Tudor Revival/Norman Farmhouse-style exemplified by its steeply-pitched, hipped roof; massive chimneys; dominant façade with decorative brickwork; oriel window; and pronounced entryway. The expansive gardens are likely the work of George H. Otten, another UO grad and well-known Oregon landscape architect.