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Convention Center hotel’s design nearly set
The long-planned project to build a massive hotel near the Oregon Convention Center is close to gaining approval.
Farewell, Temple building; hello, office tower
A new 10-story office building planned in downtown now has the Portland Design Commission鈥檚 approval, but not without regrets that the existing building on the site cannot be saved.
Design Beyond Borders: Bay Area middle school
A 48,000-square-foot middle school was designed for a property near a cliff in Belmont, California.
Embracing ‘freedom’ to push boundaries
For the the past 20 years architect Amy Donohue has focused mostly on designing higher education spaces, but also performing arts venues and collaborative work environments.
Design Commission: New county health building not ready yet
The Portland Design Commission on Thursday declined to approve the design of the Multnomah County Health Department鈥檚 new headquarters.
Project’s conditional approval may be appealed
The Portland Design Commission approved a 12-story mixed-use project, but the decision may be appealed to Portland City Council because of two conditions the commission imposed.
Architecture firm spawns independent design team
The Society, a new firm launched by Ankrom Moisan Architects, is focused on providing design work for hotels, resorts and other hospitality industry projects.
Edwards remembered as technical guru
Kelly Edwards, a former principal of Scott | Edwards Architecture, died Sept. 1 at age 62.
Virtual reality: a whole new world
Some architecture industry professionals now consider the technology an invaluable design tool.
UO building will honor Native American traditions
For the design of a residence hall at the University of Oregon, Mahlum Architects' team was challenged to prevent the building from overshadowing a longhouse nearby.
Framework tower, two other projects approved
A Lloyd District superblock developed by Capref Lloyd Center LLC was among three projects recently approved by the Portland Design Commission.
Affordable housing, with a twist
A Mexican architect is in Portland for a year, and will teach and continue to research his ideas for incorporating recycled materials in residential projects.
News
- 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
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
- Many Oregon counties struggling to maintain their fairgrounds
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
