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North Portland multifamily development moves ahead
Habitat for Humanity Portland Region is developing and will build the True North project. It will offer 50 units for affordable homeownership in the University Park neighborhood.
ZGF Architects designs $300M hospital expansion in Astoria
Columbia Memorial Hospital in Astoria is receiving a six-story, 183,000-square foot addition designed to be seismically resilient and withstand tsunami inundation.
Making a mosaic: tips for a project’s contracting phase | Opinion
The contracting phase can be a long, arduous process 鈥� but if done well, the early investment and effort can protect your interests down the road, deliver significant savings, and save you from the hassle of major disputes.
Building Blocks: The Loft
Construction crews are building The Loft, a community space and headquarters for Ukandu in Portland's Lair Hill neighborhood.
Oregon organizations recognize excellence in concrete work
Several exceptional projects recently were honored during the 46th annual Excellence in Concrete Awards banquet at the Sheraton Portland Airport Hotel.
West Coast project garners national ACEC award
The American Council of Engineering Companies recently gave its top award 鈥� the Grand Conceptor 鈥� to an Idaho-based firm for its work on the Klamath River Renewal Project.
Beau Braman | Harper Houf Peterson Righellis
HHPR has promoted Beau Braman to principal. He is also serving as regional manager of the Willamette Valley.
Alex Simpson | Harper Houf Peterson Righellis
HHPR has promoted Alex Simpson to principal. He will also serve as the firm's civil engineering manager.
Jimmy Houf | Harper Houf Peterson Righellis
HHPR has promoted Jimmy Houf to principal. In addition, he will serve as the firm's Portland office manager.
Photos: New East County Library arrives in Gresham
Multnomah County's 95,000-square-foot facility, a $163 million bond-funded development, features substantial mass timber and advanced technological elements.
California court forces affluent city to zone for housing | Opinion
A recent decision from the California Court of Appeal (Fourth Appellate District) provides an opportunity to compare housing policy in our neighboring state.
Portland-based Guardian joins PCCP to purchase Ladd Tower
A 23-story, 332-unit residential high-rise in downtown Portland has sold for $63 million.
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
