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Bremik Construction Inc.: University of Oregon – Friendly Hall
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Home Forward CEO joins national association’s board
Ivory N. Mathews, has been elected senior vice president of the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials Board of Governors.
Photos: Building professionals reach out to next generation
Thousands of students recently attended the Southern Oregon Trade Careers Expo, with appearances by more than 140 organizations.
A force of nature whose legacy still unites communities | Opinion
Lois D. Cohen is an icon. I use present tense intentionally, because the essence of what she strived for during her lifetime lives on 鈥� and is needed today more than ever.
Contracting with potential litigation in mind | Opinion
With some foresight, parties can achieve real savings and efficiencies in future litigation, and especially through limits on the cost-intensive discovery process.
HC Company, Inc.: Ontario Aquatic Center Renovation
The Project consists of demolition of the aging pool structure, renovating existing locker rooms and restrooms, updating landscape areas, connecting splash pad area to new pool area, and rebuilding the pool, concrete deck and pool equipment area.
Glut of office space persists in Portland-metro area
Portland鈥檚 office market reached a record high vacancy rate of 15.2 percent in recent months, with leasing activity tracking toward a historically low level, according to Kidder Mathews.
Hudson鈥檚 Detroit development signals city鈥檚 revival
The former site of the longtime Hudson鈥檚 building in downtown Detroit now has a 45-story tower and a 12-story office building, marking a major step in the city's resurgence and economic revival.
Lean and integrated delivery drive speed, certainty, client value | Opinion
Through Lean principles and best practices in integrated delivery, we can create a framework for early alignment between owners, builders and designers: shared values, clear decision-making structures, and a focus on what truly adds value.
$2 million tenant improvement in Portland building permits | Oct. 13, 2025
An alteration permit was issued for the Residences at 11W, in Portland's West End. Plans call for a tenant improvement on the fourth floor.
OMSI District housing in Portland land use review intakes | Oct. 13, 2025
Design advice is pending for a proposal to construct an affordable housing building with approximately 100 units in Southeast Portland.
Lloyd Center music venue rising in Northeast Portland
Construction is under way in Northeast Portland on a two-story, 66,156-square-foot building set to open in 2027.
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
