Portland, Oregon
The Marilyn
Cost
$12 millionSquare feet
57,000Composed on a glass podium, the Marilyn is a carefully articulated mixed-use apartment building designed to activate the streetscape and add a dynamic layer to Portland’s vibrant Hawthorne neighborhood.
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The design team took a sculptural approach to the building’s massing, setting back secondary planes with vertical metal panels and contrasting that by cladding the façade in textured brick. The exterior is complete with a modern cornice and inset amenity deck for striking city views.
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Large windows with integrated air conditioning provide residents with ample natural light and comfort, and many units have private decks or balconies. Retail space fronts Hawthorne Boulevard with enclosed, tuck-under parking behind. The combined result is a light building that balances delicately on glass, creating a transparent pedestrian experience and adding a contemporary gesture to the neighborhood.
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