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Westgate

Project

Year

2016-2018

Location

Beaverton, Oregon

Client

Rembold

Designed by James Brackenhoff & Will Grimm, while working at Ankrom Moisan Architects

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The Challenge

New Transit Oriented Community

Creating a transit-oriented community at Beaverton Round, Oregon, posed challenges and opportunities tied to balancing density, connectivity, and livability. Situated adjacent to a MAX light rail station, the site offered excellent access to public transit but required thoughtful design to integrate this accessibility with a vibrant, mixed-use urban environment. These challenges included ensuring connections between transit facilities and pedestrian-friendly public spaces, fostering a mix of residential, retail, and commercial uses to generate around-the-clock activity, and addressing parking needs while minimizing reliance on cars. Additionally, the project had to overcome existing perceptions of underutilization and create an identity that attracted residents, businesses, and visitors while aligning with the City of Beaverton’s vision for equitable, sustainable, and inclusive development.

Two of the mixed-use project's within Beaverton Round were later called Westgate, which were designed by James Brackenhoff, while working with Ankrom Moisan Architects.

These were the two projects just north of the new hotel and west of the new Arts & Culture Center.

Outside

Interacting with the Street

Westgate's community amenities prioritize convenience and active lifestyles. Its bike rooms provide secure and accessible storage, encouraging residents to embrace cycling as a primary mode of transportation in the transit-oriented development. Additionally, shared spaces such as lounges, fitness facilities, and outdoor areas foster a sense of community, making The Rise Central not just a place to live but a hub for connection and sustainability in the heart of Beaverton.

Inside

Bike Rooms & Community Amenities

Westgate features secure bike rooms that promote active transportation and cater to cycling enthusiasts. Complemented by inviting community amenities like fitness spaces and shared lounges, it offers residents a vibrant, connected lifestyle.

Underground

Hidden Underground Parking

Locating car parking below ground was essential for maximizing land use efficiency and enhancing the urban environment. By moving parking out of sight, the design prioritized active ground-level uses, such as retail, pedestrian spaces, and landscaping, which contribute to a more vibrant and welcoming community. Underground parking also reduces the heat island effect, preserves valuable surface area for green spaces, and aligns with sustainable, transit-oriented development principles by encouraging multimodal transportation over car dependency.

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CERTIFICATIONS

Emerging Small Business  (ESB)
Certification No.: 13469

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