Verso redefines suburban living by blending the best of hometown charm with an urban lifestyle, offering an ideal alternative to downtown Portland apartments in the heart of Beaverton. This 5-story, mixed-use building is perfectly positioned for convenience. A mere 10-minute commute to Nike and Intel, Verso provides 172 market-rate apartments designed for the area’s professionals, complete with a range of thoughtful amenities that cater to modern living. As one of the tallest buildings in Beaverton, Verso represents the city’s ongoing transformation into a more urbanized, multimodal community. Designed in collaboration with Rembold Properties, this project is part of a broader effort to contribute positively to Beaverton’s growth and evolving character. Situated at the prominent corner of SW 2nd and Lombard, Verso stands out with an architectural design that offers multiple experiences through contrasting materials and forms. Dark brick, light fiber-concrete panels, and natural wood accents create textural depth and dimension, symbolizing Beaverton’s urbanization while maintaining a connection to its suburban roots. Verso’s design also honors its local history. Large V-shaped wood supports, reminiscent of train trestles, reference the nearby railroad, tying the building to the neighborhood’s past. The ground-floor rain garden not only manages stormwater runoff sustainably but also enhances the building’s relationship with its natural surroundings. Private balconies provide residents with personal outdoor space, while three ground-level units are accessed via floating bridges above the rain garden, offering both aesthetic appeal and environmental function. The building’s exterior and thoughtful design elements ensure a harmonious integration with its surroundings, including a public pathway along the southern edge of the property that facilitates pedestrian movement. Inside, Verso offers a variety of shared spaces designed to foster community. A private courtyard with BBQs and firepits provides a welcoming space, while amenities –including a fitness center, coffee bar, community room, maker’s space, and bike storage – ensure residents have plenty of ways to relax, socialize, or work from home. Verso’s design and thoughtful integration into Beaverton’s landscape mark a significant step in the city’s shift from a car-centric suburb to a vibrant urban center.