06/04/2026
Berliner Architects and structural engineers have won an Award of Excellence in the Retrofit/Alteration category of the SEAOSC awards. The Puente Learning Center proposed the challenge of maintaining full occupancy for its school functions while the retrofit work was completed. An exposed damper system compliments the original building's exposed tension rods and mast system. Upgrades to the skin retained the original configuration which allowed maximum lighting in the classroom areas. We were able to complete the seismic work on the exterior of the building without impacting full-time use. The Learning Center's distinctive presence in the community was retained while ensuring safety against seismic events.