The Carson

The Carson forecourt references the rich history of Portland’s Slabtown, creating a space that honors the past while engaging the present. The open space includes timber benches that weave through the plaza, 30-foot giant sequoias that stand as living monuments, and story rings with historical quotes etched in steel bands. A distinctive canopy evokes the logjams that were once found along the Willamette River, further connecting the site to its historical roots while providing a serene, reflective environment.