About SLI
In the fall of 2008, CollinsWoerman brought together four top-flight firms with expertise in engineering, design and construction firms to solve a long-standing industry dilemma: How can we eliminate the nearly 50% of waste generated by the standard commercial building process?
Other questions followed. How can we return those savings to building owners and occupants in the form of higher value? How can we capture the wealth of innovation that is dispersed through the design and construction industries? How can we find a new way of building that combines construction efficiencies, cost savings, and real sustainability?
The group agreed that in the current market, the standard commercial building process was no longer a viable business model and the new economic realities would fundamentally change the way buildings would be built.
Today, after several years of research and development, SLI has arrived. It is the most flexible, efficient, custom housing product on the market AND the only pre-fabricated system on the market that is scalable for mid-rise structures. Pre-finished components constructed off-site combined with breakthrough design and engineering result in a faster construction timeline, which means the product is faster to market. And the money saved in labor costs can be put into high-quality materials that enhance value and durability, ultimately delivering a better overall lifestyle experience to residents.
The results are compelling: higher quality buildings built in half the time of conventional wood frame construction; lower operating and maintenance costs, high levels of sustainability “baked-in” and guaranteed pricing and delivery.
Please contact SLI today to see how our innovative housing solutions can work for you.
Our SLI Team
Architectural Design Consultant
Established in 1988, CollinsWoerman is a full-service architecture, planning and interior design firm specializing in innovative and sustainable solutions. Our team of 100 professionals offers a strategic advantage by integrating diverse expertise into creative collaborations and inventive partnerships with our clients.
CollinsWoerman has its roots in the planning and design of facilities using alternative methods to traditional design processes. Its founders developed and refined the concept of Team-Build—at the time, a revolutionary process of integrating design and construction that includes the owner and the general contractor as members of the design team.
With the design and delivery of over 4,000 residential units in concrete and steel construction in the last five years, CollinsWoerman designs smart, inspired experience that enrich individuals, communities and the planet.
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MEP Consultant
For nearly fifty years, McKinstry’s commitment to fostering long term client relationships and providing transformative thought leadership in the built environment has made us an industry-leading Design, Build, Operate, and Maintain (DBOM) firm.
Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, we also offer our high performance design build, energy and facility management services in more than 20 states.
Our professional staff and trades people provide a broad range of construction, design, electrical, and facility services including mechanical/electrical engineering, construction, architectural metals, 24/7 service and maintenance, energy/LEED consult and onsite facility management. From design, pre-construction, and commissioning to service operation, special projects, and facility management we deliver innovative, bottom line solutions with an eye on sustainable best practices “For the Life of Your Building.”
Construction Consultant
Established in 1956, Lydig Construction has built a reputation as a provider of premier preconstruction and general contracting services for multiple project types throughout the state.
Lydig is committed to the values of fairness and honesty and provides excellent craftsmanship with loyal and professional employees. They will provide innovative and sustainable construction and work with the entire design team to deliver a project that exceeds the customer’s expectations.
Lydig is looking forward to the challenge of working “outside the box” on this modular building approach to affordable and long-lasting multi-unit housing.
Structural Engineering Consultant
DCI Engineers is an innovative civil and structural consulting engineering firm that provides some of the most cost efficient engineering solutions for today’s construction environment. With six offices throughout the United States, DCI is headquartered near Seattle in Bellevue, Washington. With more than twenty years of experience, DCI Engineers’ commitment to innovative engineering is constantly pushing us to explore new avenues of superior design, while maintaining our client’s needs as our top priority.
DCI’s fundamental philosophy is to operate as a united design group committed to exploring new and creative engineering solutions, as well as, remaining at the forefront of industry advances. We remain steadfast in our commitment to produce unparalleled solutions while still providing our clients with a variety of options.