Industrialization

This is the infamous Industrial District in NW Portland, where no one hardly ever goes to, but still an awesome place. I think this area is not for everyone, I love this area because I appreciate the aesthetic of classic industrial architecture, plus the textures and the old look on these buildings naturally look good on photo.  There's not many commercial places for the public but a great place for those who just likes to walk around the city and appreciate urban history.

Border of Uptown

Since the weather this summer has been awkward, I try to take advantage of a nice day and just walk around Portland, especially to the parts I've never been to. One of the areas I never really go to is the area pass NW 23rd street. This area is more specifically between Uptown (23rd street) and the Industrial District towards the north. The neighborhood is this interesting combination of high-end old historical home, warehouses, and a bit of industrial buildings. 

This area has a collection of cool places to eat at, most of which are in my forever growing "To Eat List."

Here are some of the places to go to in the area:
- Dragonfly Coffee House - This is a cool place to hangout and a sip of coffee.
- Stepping Stone Cafe - Never been here but was feature on the Travel Channel.  Hopefully I'll go here soon.
- Saint Honore Boulangerie - An awesome French bakery/cafe. 
- Kenny and Zuke's Delicatessen - If you are a sandwich person, you should go here.  Many choices.
- Besaw's - On my "To Eat List." Every time I pass this place, it's always packed.  Packed means good.

Paper Tree

On the porch.

Industrial Water Tower

The Old & New Industrial District

Looking down towards Pearl District which use to be part of the Industrial District.

The official city sign of an abandoned building.  Someone decided to draw a face on it.

Old warehouse steps.

View from Broadway Bridge

This series of pictures were taken from Broadway Bridge.  It's a cool spot because the bridge somewhat overlooks Pearl District and downtown Portland.  Love bridges.

 Union Station.

I thought the mural is awesome off the side of this building.

Above:  Downtown Portland view.

Left: Steel Bridge.

Old warehouse.  I would love to turn this warehouse into a loft or a studio.