Portland Open Thread

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Orlando, I think it'd be foolish to answer your question without any context. I wouldn't be surprised if you get some thoughtless answers, especially in other forums, where people say they love it or hate it, but they're meaningless responses without context.

"Would you like this building in Portland?" No context. Where in Portland? The where changes everything.

...in South Waterfront? Probably a yes.
...in the Pearl? Probably a yes, though the wacky awnings need work.
...in downtown? Probably a yes, but the wacky awnings need to go.
...in industrial SE? Probably not, but it would really depend on the exact location.

None of this should suggest that I like the building. There are parts I like and parts I loath... but in the right location, it could be great. Or terrible. It all comes down to the location.