Visitors Information Center (Portland, Oregon)

The Visitors Information Center, also known as the Rose Building, is a historic building located on Naito Parkway in downtown Portland, Oregon, United States. Built in 1948, it is noted as a prominent product of its architect John Yeon. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Visitors Information Center
Portland Historic Landmark[1]
View from the approximate alignment of the former Harbor Drive
Location of the Visitors Information Center in Portland
Location1020 SW Naito Parkway
Portland, Oregon
Coordinates45°30′54″N 122°40′24″W
Built1948
ArchitectJohn Yeon[lower-alpha 1]
Architectural styleInternational style, with Northwest Regional style influences
NRHP reference No.10000801
Added to NRHPSeptember 24, 2010[3]

In this, his only major non-residential commission, Yeon combined the principles of the International style with strong influences of the Northwest Regional style, which he pioneered. Northwest Regional elements include the naturally-inspired color scheme, the use of plywood walls and louvered ventilation panels, and concern for the site's unique views.[2]

The building has served as a chamber of commerce office and information center, city offices, a restaurant, and the headquarters of the Portland Rose Festival. Originally situated adjacent to a freeway in a highly developed waterfront district, the Visitors Information Center was subsequently retained when Tom McCall Waterfront Park was developed around it. It now stands within the park.[2]

See also
  • National Register of Historic Places listings in Southwest Portland, Oregon

Notes
  1. John Yeon lacked a formal architectural education and consequently was unlicensed as an architect. Thus a separate professional was needed to stamp Yeon's plans. The architect of record for the Visitors Information Center was the firm of Wick, Hilgers, and Scott.[2]

References
  1. Portland Historic Landmarks Commission (July 2010), Historic Landmarks -- Portland, Oregon (XLS), retrieved November 13, 2013.
  2. Minor, Kristen (February 20, 2010), National Register of Historic Places Registration Form: Visitors Information Center (PDF), Washington: National Park Service
  3. National Park Service (October 1, 2010). "Weekly List of Actions Taken on Properties: 9/20/10 through 9/24/10". Retrieved October 1, 2010.
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