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Building Blocks: Julia West House
Construction of Julia West House, in Portland's West End, is scheduled to finish this fall. Upon completion, it's anticipated to be the tallest mass-timber building in Oregon, according to Community Development Partners.
Italy to build world鈥檚 longest suspension bridge
The $15.5 billion Strait of Messina Bridge, between the Italian mainland and Sicily, is expected to have a suspended span stretching more than two miles.
From burgers to unemployment benefits: a strike story | Opinion
On June 24, Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek signed Senate Bill 916 into law, allowing striking workers to qualify for unemployment insurance benefits beginning in 2026.
Amanda Windle | Whitaker/Ellis Builders Inc.
Whitaker/Ellis Builders has promoted Amanda Windle to accounting manager. She joined the firm in 2023.
Bremik Construction Inc.: Gresham Civic Station Multifamily Housing
LINKS: Bremik.com/planroom
Canadian churches repurposed as theaters, bars and caf茅s
Deconsecrated churches in Montreal are finding new life as commercial spaces. Heritage is blending with modern community uses.
$9.7 million building renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 4, 2025
An addition permit is under review for Standard Plaza. The work would involve both the interior and exterior, including removal of an escalator.
Six-story residential building in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 4, 2025
A type 2 procedure (design review) is pending for a project to construct a residential building with approximately 243 units and associated parking.
The Fed鈥檚 $2.5 billion renovation draws scrutiny
The massive project involving two Federal Reserve buildings has drawn criticism from President Donald Trump and others because of escalating costs and perceived extravagance.
Plans for new U.S. offshore wind projects canceled
The Trump administration is canceling all offshore wind development zones, halting lease sales and reversing progress on clean energy projects across U.S. coasts.
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
