# Minimalist Vignette Structures Portland's 33rd & Division Building by Works Partnership is Linear By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-06-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/works-partnership References: [frameweb](http://www.frameweb.com/news/33rd--division-by-works-partnership-architecture) & [worksarchitecture.net](http://www.worksarchitecture.net/) The 33rd & Division building by Works Partnership Architecture is located in the southeast end of downtown Portland. "Reinvented by local entrepreneurs as the city’s culinary hotspot, the urban planning department began to increase residential and commercial density along this particular stretch of the road in 2005." The result is a project that aims to create a [denser city](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bergen-building) of more inhabitants. With its modernist design, this architectural project sets itself apart and embodies and understated visual aesthetic. The 33rd & Division building by Works Partnership features a mix of [compact living lofts and commercial spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bellevue53) that are located on its ground floor level. ‘The structure leased faster than any other the developer had previously completed, illustrating the high demand for [larger residential communities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-trace) in the city of Portland. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Minimalist Vignette Structures:** The rise of visually understated architectural design calling for innovative building materials and technologies. - **Compact Living Lofts:** The trend for smaller living spaces is driving high demand for efficient, functional and modular furniture pieces. - **Increased Residential and Commercial Density:** The call for urban cities to be more sustainable and cost-effective can be achieved through innovative shared-space concepts and smart urban planning tech. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture and Design:** Architects have the opportunity to experiment with minimalism and create innovative structures with futuristic design elements. - **Furniture:** Furniture designers should invest in developing multi-functional and minimalistic pieces to cater to growing demand for small living spaces. - **Urban Planning and Technology:** Urban planning specialists and technologists can use new construction methods and sharing economy concepts to create sustainable living communities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Updated Portland Modern Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casework.md) - [Compact Residential Additions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/henville-street-house.md) - [Senior Housing Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ellen-browning-building.md) - [Japanese Minimalism Portland Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mori-house.md) - [Skylight-Centric Home Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portland-house-renovation.md) - [Compact Infill Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gr-works.md) - [Compact Civic Workspaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stroud-green-housing-centre.md) - [Slender Alley Dwelling Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brown-house-1.md) - [Lighthouse-Inspired Urban Tall Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/safdie-architects-1.md)