Architect of Benton Manor was Edith Yang. Renowned throughout her life for her work and associated with Oregon State College she was the perfect choice. This is why the building has a modern streamline influence, perhaps even, a slightly oriental influence. Indeed, when the building was opened the landscape had rare bamboo plantings.

The article below describes an accident that befell the Langs at the North Corvallis Hills home.

'Auto Smashes Into Bedroom Pinning Woman'
Corvallis Gazette Times Early 1980's

I visited with Ms. Yang when I was the manager of the Executive Plaza-- she had fond memories of being involved with the project and appreciated my interest.