More walls mean less flexibility for the flooring system. Other cost savings will have to offset this disadvantage. Occupants should be involved in the raised floor selection process and investment should be made in the most solid system possible. 5.8 Sharon Barnes asked for project examples. Charles indicated that the system has been in use in Europe for more than 10 years.
Many projects exist in the United States and Canada.
The City of Portland OPDR Building and Widen and Kennedy buildings are two examples locally. Will Dann suggested that the local projects be visited to experience the feel of the raised floor. She was concerned what would happen if we had another Mt. St. Helens. Charles explained that the buildings ventilation system would be affected no differently than any other building under those circumstances. Sharon also asked if operable windows would affect the system.