Porter Glisan Building Case Study

Preservation in Action Award Recipient

Art DeMuro, Venerable Development
Brian Emerick, Emerick Architects
P&C Construction, General Contractor

 

This Pearl District warehouse was built in 1922 and reflected its industrial roots, sporting 8-inch thick concrete walls, and heavy timbers that reflected Portland’s forestry heritage.

The renovation – which incorporated significant input from the neighborhood association – included structural, seismic, mechanical, electrical and site engineering upgrades; the addition of roof insulation and gas pack heat units for energy efficiency; preservation of historic advertising along the west wall; and a pedestrian-friendly streetscape.

Where few people frequented this area a few years ago, today the Porter Glisan Building serves over 20,000 customers per month in its retail and office spaces and its ground floor restaurant is a gathering place for local residents and visitors.

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