The Meyer Memorial Trust building is located in Portland's Albina neighborhood. The building serves as the headquarters for the charitable foundation focused on racial, social, and economic justice.
To reduce the building's carbon footprint, the architects at Lever Architecture used structural plywood where possible throughout the building. The building is designed to embody the foundation's commitment to equity and sustainability. Lever Architecture used input from the organization's staff throughout the project to ensure it was creating a design suitable for all. The building boasts three levels and 19,800 square feet. It is roughly shaped rectangularly and stretches across a wedge-shaped site. Its facades are clad in grey-stained cedar and custom steel panels to create a play of light and shadow throughout the day.
Carbon-Reduced Office Buildings
Mass Timber is Used for the Meyer Memorial Trust Building
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