Nestled at the intersection of Goose Hollow, Northwest, The Pearl, and Downtown, Alta Peak offers a tranquil retreat amidst the bustle of Burnside Street. This 8-story mixed-use development combines vibrant retail with serene, well-appointed apartments, creating a restorative sanctuary for active young professionals. Reinterpreting Portland’s historic courtyard apartment buildings, Alta Peak blends traditional brick cladding with modern design innovation. Its airy studios, one- and two-bedroom apartments feature locally crafted materials, offering a timeless urban living experience. The building’s design stands apart with three distinct masses and a unique window rhythm, departing from the standard urban grid. At street level, inviting retail spaces and wide sidewalks soften the transition between Burnside Street’s energy and the residents' private sanctuary. Dark brick and steel canopies provide shelter, while setbacks and plantings create a welcoming entry. On Alder Street, the building scales down, with a peaceful courtyard that doubles as a stormwater retention system and offers a soft edge to the quieter street. A challenging 13-ft slope was transformed into an opportunity for creative engineering, resulting in two garages that maximize residential space above without compromising the building’s form. The top-floor amenity space offers 180-degree views of the city, with a reflective roof finish that minimizes heat absorption. Beneath, a warm wood soffit casts a gentle glow from the building’s crown, a beacon of light at the center of Portland’s four converging districts.