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7/20/2012

Raise the Roost



Seattle's first ever chicken coop design & build competition was held this past weekend at the Rainier Beach Urban Farm. GGLO is a firm supporter of urban agriculture and clever design, so where else would we be on a Seattle Saturday?

Raise the Roost inspired the design of 10 unique urban chicken coops, giving several lucky fowl a selection of posh new digs. A few select coops will remain at the Rainier Beach Urban Farm while the remaining will be disbursed throughout the community. 

Steve Dombrowski MC'd the event and participated in the design build among GGLO's own Matthew Lin, Sarah Marshall, Jenny Kempson, Daniel Ash, Mark Nichols and Ted Panton. Meant to inspire participation in community agriculture, Raise the Roost raised almost $2000 for Seattle Youth Garden Works. You can check out the video posted below for  KOMO News' coverage. The competition was put on by Architects Without Borders, Seattle Tilth and Architecture for Humanity.




7/06/2012

The Allison Inn & Spa Named #1 Hotel Spa in America by Travel + Leisure

We are proud to announce that The Allison Inn & Spa has been named the #1 hotel spa in America and #12 overall resort in America by Travel + Leisure.

The hotel category required Travel + Leisure readers to rate their favorite destination based on specific characteristics. Rooms, location, service, food and value were all ranked accordingly. Spas had a slightly different check list. Ambience, treatments, service and value were most prized here. Luckily these are all things that The Allison has in spades!



The Allison Inn & Spa is often lauded for its picturesque surroundings and natural design, which incorporates reclaimed limestone floors and use of rich Northwest woods. The lush vineyards of Oregon wine county make for spectacular territorial views from the 85 rooms on this site. Finished in 2009, The Allison is certified LEED Gold.

Congratulations to The Allison Inn & Spa!