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Steve Rupert | Mackenzie
Mackenzie is pleased to announce that architect Steve Rupert is joining the firm as principal. He has over two decades of industry experience.
Affordable housing plan on track in historic Portland district
A seven-to-eight-story building with approximately 143 rent-restricted units is proposed for a site in the East Portland/Grand Avenue Historic District.
$1.6 million multifamily project in Portland building permits | Nov. 17, 2025
A new construction permit was issued for construction of a three-story, 12-unit apartment building in North Portland.
Waterfront Park bowl redevelopment in Portland land use review intakes | Nov. 17, 2025
A pre-application conference is being sought for a project to redevelop the bowl area of Governor Tom McCall Waterfront Park, along the Willamette River.
OTC OKs refinancing $293 million for bridge work
The Oregon Transportation Commission approved a resolution authorizing action to convert short-term borrowing to long-term debt to cover spending on Abernethy Bridge improvements.
PHOTOS: Portland Art Museum unveils new Rothko Pavilion
The $116 million museum expansion brings together two buildings in a glass connector. The project has added galleries, improved circulation, and expanded exhibits across both wings.
Navigating Oregon’s evolving wildfire mitigation standards | Opinion
The Oregon Legislature heard the criticism and reversed course by adopting SB聽83, giving the wildfire mitigation regulatory power back to local jurisdictions.
Projects totaling $53.8 million in top bidders | Nov. 14, 2025
The Oregon Department of Transportation is preparing to award a $33.2 million contract for work to improve Interstate 84 in Malheur County.
Portland poised to ban use of algorithmic rent-fixing software
The City Council is considering a proposal to ban the use of rent-fixing software by major landlords in a bid to curb anticompetitive pricing and protect tenants.
ODOT director preparing to resign early next year
Kris Strickler will step down on Jan. 2, 2026. Lisa Sumption, director of the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, will fill the role on an interim basis.
IEA: Electricity demand surging faster than energy production
Electricity demand will outpace overall growth, according to the International Energy Agency. It's urging nations to diversify energy sources and boost clean power investments.
News
- $960,000 office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 10, 2026
- Two projects in historic districts in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 10, 2026
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
Commentary
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
