Spalding Building, Office building in downtown Portland, United States.
The Spalding Building is an office building in downtown Portland featuring classical design with columns that span twelve stories. The facade follows the classical order with base, shaft, and capital, giving the structure a formal appearance.
Architect Cass Gilbert designed and completed the building in 1911. This project demonstrated his talent for commercial high-rises, which he would later employ on the famous Woolworth Building in New York.
The building embodies the design language of American Renaissance through its proportions and materials that shaped early commercial high-rises. It reflects the taste that business owners and architects favored during this era.
The building sits on SW Washington Street in the downtown area and houses various offices. Its classical architecture and central location make it easy to find and explore.
The building received recognition in 1982 as a historic landmark on the National Register of Historic Places. This listing honors its architectural significance to the city.
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