• Image courtesy of Brian Walker Lee.

  • Image courtesy of Brian Walker Lee.

  • Image courtesy of Brian Walker Lee.

  • Image courtesy of Brian Walker Lee.

Meier & Frank Building

Portland, OR

Business Type

Core and shell renovation

Size

158,500 square feet

Originally built in 1909, the Meier and Frank Building was redeveloped to preserve a century of history while bringing it firmly into the modern era. Now it hosts a creative office space, a redesigned lobby, and ground level retail.

Sustainability

Certifications

  • LEED Silver

Special features

  • Lighting power density in core and amenity space reduced to approximately 20% below Oregon Energy Efficiency Specialty Code (OEESC)

  • Water-source variable refrigerant flow provides occupant-selected temperatures to multiple floors while reducing energy use

  • Dedicated Outdoor Air System (DOAS) air handlers provides healthier indoor air quality, comfort, and increases energy efficiency

  • Leveraged existing cooling tower and maintained small footprint for central equipment while tying into the building condenser water loop for high-efficiency operation