Portman Architects

As we celebrate this year’s , reflects on our roots. Our founder, John Portman Jr., was at the forefront of social change in Atlanta during the ’60s, driving the three C’s: , , and partnership for the city’s civil rights movement. He designed and developed The Hyatt Regency Atlanta, Atlanta’s architectural legacy and local history – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. called the “Hotel of Hope” – the first integrated hotel to open its doors to the African Americans in the Atlanta community.

Portman Architects profoundly believes in the cause of social responsibility and change through design. As we reflect on this Juneteenth, we continue to hold the torch for our founder, John Portman Jr., and his profound social movement, as we remain steadfast in utilizing our platform to implement and design solutions for our communities around the globe.

ULI Atlanta recently revealed its 26th annual awards winners, highlighting unique contributions to in that advance the organization’s global mission. We are excited to announce that Coda Tech Square was awarded in the Office / Development category, and we look forward to the project’s continued success.

Congratulations to our entire project team for this distinguished win! Portman Holdings | Integral Group | DPR Construction | SWA/Balsley | ai3 | ASD | SKY

Georgia Institute of Technology

We are proud supporters of the Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA)'s new exhibition, Full Circle: Design Without End. The show explores the impact of on replenishing our ecosystems and showcases work that connects humans to nature. Like MODA, we believe that design is among the most powerful tools we have for making positive change in the world. This exhibition demonstrates the idea of designing spaces that support and focus on a healthier and more resilient future.

The exhibit is on view at until September 25, 2022. Stop by and see it if you're in — or participate in exhibition-related virtual and IRL programming!