Oregon Makers: Reviving Main Street in downtown Milwaukie
The Perry’s Pharmacy Building is getting new life as a restored downtown Milwaukie destination for small businesses.… Read More Oregon Makers: Reviving Main Street in downtown Milwaukie
Edris Morrison Studios: A 1947 International style building by Pietro Belluschi
The Edris Morrison Studios, a 1940s International Style building in Portland designed by Pietro Belluschi, is undergoing renovation.… Read More Edris Morrison Studios: A 1947 International style building by Pietro Belluschi
Step inside the Golden Nugget, Milwaukie’s perfectly preserved bar
I’ve walked by the Golden Nugget in downtown Milwaukie (that would be Oregon) untold times over the years but had never stepped foot inside until recently, and man, I’ve been missing out. Time capsule. Friendly bartender, late 60s interior vibe, booths. It’s part of a larger parcel that includes a restaurant and another larger bar… Read More Step inside the Golden Nugget, Milwaukie’s perfectly preserved bar
The Mummy’s ‘mystery’
Mummy’s in downtown Portland closed in 2022 but was housed in an intriguing building. … Read More The Mummy’s ‘mystery’
Help support the Moreland Theater’s century-long legacy
According the Travel Portland, after New York City, Los Angeles and Chicago, Portland ranks fourth in the U.S. for the number of operating historical theaters, with 22 across the city. That’s an impressive amount and if you like to skip the mall theater experience, you’re in luck. Portland has some amazing neighborhood theaters. When I’m… Read More Help support the Moreland Theater’s century-long legacy
Oregon Makers: A new life for the beloved Busy Corner in Portland
Oregon Makers is an occasional series about creators, builders, and makers across Oregon who not only create but contribute to the built environment of Oregon’s cities in creative and impactful ways. The Phoenix Pharmacy building at the intersection of SE Foster Road and 67th Street, with its rounded brick corner and curved windows, is one… Read More Oregon Makers: A new life for the beloved Busy Corner in Portland
pFriem retrofits former Milwaukie city hall into taproom
There’s something special about stepping into a space with a story—whether it’s a converted warehouse, an old church or, in this case, a former city hall and firehouse turned into taproom. I occasionally write about beer for the industry leading beer webmag New School Beer + Cider and this piece I wrote hit home for… Read More pFriem retrofits former Milwaukie city hall into taproom
Oregon Makers: Celebrating Portland’s Indie Publications
The Underground Press examines 70s and 80s Portland publications, celebrating counterculture’s impact on design and community.… Read More Oregon Makers: Celebrating Portland’s Indie Publications
Lost Oregon 