Braaksma Engineering has been privileged to work on hallmark projects with inspirational design teams. Our intention on these projects includes power systems that are unobtrusive, future-proof and with a focus on the value of the installed system.
Residential
Private Residence/EstateLightning protection, IT power and general power recommendations.
Tanzania
Private Residence/EstateSite and building power system design.
Big Island, Hawaii
Private ResidencesBellingham, Ferndale, San Juan Islands, Chuckanut Drive, including off grid or with elevator etc.
Residential DuplexesBellingham and San Juan Islands
32 Unit Residential BuildingLynden
Residential ApartmentsForensic evaluation of two separate structures
Monroe, WA
Healthcare
United General HospitalLighting, power, life safety, communications and emergency power system for remodel into transitional care unit including replacement of all interior walls mandated by A.D.A. compliance.
Sedro Woolley, WA
Mt. Baker Care Center, Assisted Living FacilityElectrical design to support additional HVAC loads.
Bellingham, WA

Educational
Immaculate Conception SchoolTech power retrofit
Mt. Vernon, WA
High School at Timber RidgeTech power distribution, new service entrance
Bellingham, WA
Windward High SchoolSchool remodel from commercial space
Ferndale, WA
Saint Paul’s AcademyGrade school
Bellingham, WA
Birnam WoodsDormitory complex medium voltage circuit replacement
WWU, Bellingham, WA
Performing Arts CenterRemodel
WWU, Bellingham, WA
Engineering Technology BuildingLighting and power distribution remodel
WWU, Bellingham, WA
Bookstore and Office RemodelSkagit Valley College
Infrastructure UpgradesSports and sidewalk lighting
WWU, Bellingham, WA
Park and RideParking lot lighting
WWU, Bellingham, WA
Classroom Building GeneratorStand by generator, power distribution
WWU, Bellingham, WA
Houses of Worship
Church of ChristClassroom build-out tenant improvement
Sterling Drive, Bellingham
Gurdwara TempleLighting, electrical, and communications
Ferndale, WA
Northlake Community ChurchLighting revisions
Bellingham, WA
Commercial
South Lake Union Office BuildingArc flash accident analysis and replacement recommendations
Seattle, WA
Office Building Remodel Recommendations4 story heritage building
Seattle, WA
Blackburn Office BuildingMount Vernon, WA
PIP BuildingWarehouse and office space
Ferndale, WA
Pony PropertiesWarehouse and site power distribution
Blaine, WA
Retail
South Shore MallRetail mall replacement service entrance, 3000A, 480V
Aberdeen, WA
Village BooksHistorical/new construction
Bellingham, WA
Roger Jobs MotorsRemodel for new layout and electric car chargers
Bellingham, WA
NW HondaNew auto dealership, power system and lighting
Bellingham, WA
Foote ZoneMall shop tenant improvement
Military & Government
Hangar 5 Energy ImprovementsSolar and wind power installation at Naval Air Station.
Whidbey NAS
Cliffside Campground60 site RV park, site and buildings electrical design.
Island County
Homeland Security BuildingTenant improvement offices, special purpose rooms, power, generator, server room with UPS, lighting, security and access controls.
Bellingham, WA
Kitsap County PrisonConstructability and operations review.
Customs and Border Patrol BuildingTenant improvement including offices and special purpose rooms, detention, power, generator, UPS, lighting, security and special systems.
Bellingham, WA
Standby GeneratorCity Hall, Bellingham, WA
Life Sciences (Biotech)
BBC BiochemicalClassified Hazardous Area Classification, sensor and shutdown.
Mount Vernon, WA
Wellese Botanical LabsComplete site Arc Flash Analysis and labeling.
Ferndale, WA
Flora Health Food SupplementsService entrance and standby generators.
Lynden, WA
Data Center
Gateway BuildingWeb hosting site standby generators (2-2000kW).
Seattle, WA
Digital ForestWeb hosting site standby generator (150kW) and UPS (80kW).
Bothell, WA
505 Union StationTenant improvement back up power system for new 11-floor high tech office building with extensive data center, 400kW standby generator, UPS system (225kW), tech power design and system integration of other generators (900kW, & 175kW).
Seattle, WA
Private Campus15kV transfer switch, 900kW generator, over 15 UPS installations (largest 130kW), power quality and harmonic cancellation technology.
Technology CenterSolar repair
Friday Harbor, WA
Recreational Parks
Boulevard Park Band StandBellingham, WA
Sucia IslandSolar desalination plant
Rasar State ParkSite and buildings
Skagit County, WA
Swift Creek National Forest CampgroundSite and buildings, off grid
Skagit County
Birch Bay Leisure ParkCable failure analysis
Birch Bay, WA
Port Susan Camping Club2500 site replacement power study
Snohomish County, WA
Lake Tyee RV Park870 site replacement power study and design
Skagit County, WA
Whatcom Meadows550 site as built and recommendations
Skagit County, WA
The Glen1200 site preliminary load calc and cable spec
Whatcom County, WA
Black Mountain Ranch1000 site replacement power
Whatcom County, WA

Hospitality & Restaurants
White Salmon Day LodgeSki lodge, including shops, kitchen and generator Mt Baker*
Mt. Baker, WA
Schnitzels’Mall restaurant tenant improvement
Bellingham, WA
Community CenterTimber frame construction
Elk City, ID
Maple Hall Community Center with StageLaConner, WA
Similk Golf ClubhouseAnacortes, WA
Lummi Community CenterFerndale, WA
Public/Civic
Seahawk StadiumNew NFL Stadium owner’s electrical system commissioning and contract compliance (design build construction). Owner's advisor for continued remodel work.
Washington State Football/Soccer Stadium
Seahawk Practice StadiumOwner’s electrical design review and recommendations adopted
Seattle, WA
design build construction
South Whatcom Fire Authority Station 28Remodel, generator loads, service entrance modification for reassigned duty
Bellingham, WA
Mount Baker Foothills Welcome CenterTourist information building, highway access, roadway lighting
Glacier, WA
Infrastructure Support
Point Roberts Water DistrictControl system design, including metering (PLC based) for international purchase agreement and third party water sub-purchase
Point Roberts, WA
City of Naselle Water Treatment PlantControls and power distribution
Walltine Road Water PlantControls (data recorder based) and power distribution
Municipal Pump StationsMany projects (drinking and wastewater). Electrical designs including power distribution, control systems, telecommunications, standby generator and coordination with Power Company
Cogeneration Plant CertificationsPower company intertie compliance and system protection certification for four independent power producers
Okanogan National ForestLightning protection, four ranger lookouts
Twisp, WA