East Brown Cow

The East Brown Cow team recently rolled up our sleeves during our biannual volunteer day! Held earlier this month, the team assisted with operations and helped stack wood at the Cumberland Wood Bank - an incredible volunteer-run organization that provides heating assistance to those in need across Cumberland County. Thank you to the Cumberland Wood Bank for all you do to serve our community. Learn more about their organization below! https://www.woodbank.org/

We're excited to share that Jacob Soley, East Brown Cow's Director of Development, has recently joined the Board of Directors at Architalx. With a background in urban planning, architecture, and design, Jacob brings a multifaceted approach to the Board. For over 30 years, Architalx has been bringing architects and designers from around the world to Portland. Similarly, East Brown Cow has been committed to pushing the limits of excellence in real estate investment, development, and management in Portland since 1989. Jacob looks forward to supporting Architalx in its mission to broaden awareness and understanding of architecture and design. Learn more at https://www.architalx.org.

Our commercial tenant, Abacus Gallery, has been providing artfully curated artwork and jewelry for over 50 years. Originally established in 1971 and with a location at 44 Exchange Street in Portland, Abacus' collection captures the essence of Maine. Whether you're shopping for a unique gift or something to "treat" yourself with this season, stop into Abacus for a one-of-a-kind piece.

East Brown Cow and Malone Commercial Brokers are proud to announce that nationally recognized eyewear retailer Warby Parker has officially signed a long-term lease at 184 Middle Street in Portland’s Old Port. The 1,977 square foot space is located on the ground floor of the building and will be Warby Parker’s first retail storefront in northern New England. This latest addition to the Old Port continues to underscore the area’s reputation as a prime destination for unique, high-quality national and local brands. Learn more by visiting our link below. The 184 Middle Street Warby Parker is scheduled to open its doors in early 2025. https://lnkd.in/e975V8Nt

East Brown Cow is proud to share that The Docent's Collection, a boutique hospitality offering in the Old Port, was recently ranked by travelers as the #1 hotel in Portland on Tripadvisor! Offering temporary lodging that feels like a luxury residence, The Docent's Collection fuses first-class hospitality with modern, mobile-first service. Learn more about The Docent's Collection and book a visit below. https://lnkd.in/eXmGqZSm

Last month, East Brown Cow was honored to attend the Maine Preservation Gala. This annual event celebrates community and champions the organization's mission of preserving Maine's historic spaces. East Brown Cow is deeply committed to maintaining Portland’s architectural legacy and stewarding historic buildings into the future.?Thank you to Maine Preservation for an incredible and inspiring evening! Learn more about Maine Preservation below. https://lnkd.in/eNmxsSt ??: Maine Preservation, Photos by Dave Dostie

East Brown Cow is excited to announce the completion of an 11-acre solar array in Sidney, ME, in partnership with ReVision Energy! This project, made up of nearly 5,000 solar panels, will offset over 3 million pounds of carbon dioxide annually—an impactful step toward locally-driven sustainability solutions. “As our capacity continues to grow, so too does our responsibility to explore new sustainability solutions,” - Tim Soley, Owner and CEO, East Brown Cow. As one of 20 Maine companies that took the ‘On the Pathway to 100% Clean Energy’ pledge, East Brown Cow remains committed to environmental stewardship and supporting green energy initiatives. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dy7g3YUb

East Brown Cow is proud to extend our congratulations to six of our commercial tenants who have been recognized in the Best of Portland 2024 awards! Standard Baking Co – Best Bakery Bangor Savings Bank – Best Bank Novare Res Bier Café – Best Beer Bar Gross Confection Bar – Best Chocolatier Gross Confection Bar – Best Dessert Gelato Fiasco – Best Ice Cream/Gelato/FroYo Fore Street – Best Restaurant Service Fore Street – Best Chef, Sam Hayward Their achievements reflect the dedication and creativity that make Portland such a unique and dynamic city. As Tim Soley, East Brown Cow's owner and CEO shared: "These awards showcase the exceptional quality and service that define Portland's business landscape and the incredible opportunity that locating in this dynamic, fast-changing downtown scene can mean for a small business." Read more below: https://lnkd.in/dNty3EUm

We are proud to shine a spotlight on Boston-based architect, Moshe Safdie's recent autobiography: "If Walls Could Speak: My Life in Architecture". Safdie, who is leading the design effort and vision around our Canal Plaza project, has designed prominent buildings in the U.S., Middle East and Asia. Visit the link below to learn more about Safdie Architects. https://lnkd.in/gmZEKXx

Congratulations to Bar Futo! As shared by the Portland Press Herald, Bar Futo was among sixteen restaurants in Maine to receive the highest ratings from the Herald's food critic over the past year. Known for its yakitori-inspired menu, Bar Futo expertly uses blistering heat to create standout dishes. Read more below. https://lnkd.in/etYfymwM ??: Bar Futo