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Opsis Architecture鈥檚 design of a new Oregon State University building had to gain approval not only from the school, but also the city of Corvallis. 鈥淚t went through a separate […]
Seismic ‘sanctuaries’: a better safety solution?
After years of conducting seismic renovations for warehouses and schools in Portland, architect and developer Ben Kaiser reached a conclusion: There must be a better method. Now, Kaiser and KPFF Consulting Engineers say they've come up with a new way to seismically reinforce buildings.
Lloyd District ‘superblock’ reduces in height
The proposed Lloyd Blocks housing development created a buzz last year because of its massive size. It was originally planned to include 820,000 square feet total of residential space and 50,000 square feet of retail space. However, at a Portland Design Commission hearing last week, the proposed project looked much less like a 鈥渟uperblock.鈥�
Study’s results may shake Oregon
What would Oregon really look like if a large Cascadia zone earthquake were to hit the state. A recent study compiled by the Oregon Office of Emergency Management and local engineers drills down into the details, and comes up with results that local engineers hope will change the way Oregon legislators and the public look at paying to improve public buildings.
Proposed code amendments address parking issue
The Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability is proposing zoning code amendments for housing development, in response to neighborhood groups voicing concerns about multifamily projects being built without parking.
Pumpkin Ridge Road passive house
A house being built on Northwest Pumpkin Ridge Road may seem diminutive, but its design will make it one of the most resilient homes in the Portland-metro area.
Issues over reporting safety violations rising among contractors
Contractors offer a range of reasons for not turning to Oregon OSHA when they see violations on projects. But the agency says that when it comes to keeping job sites safe, it's there to help all firms, regardless of size.
PPS releases tentative schedule for bond projects
Portland Public Schools lays out an eight-year timeline for renovations and seismic upgrades of city schools. The work will be paid for with $482 million of bond money.
Senior housing facility proposed for vacant site
A vacant piece of property on Northeast 21st Avenue is being considered for a 222-unit development with underground parking, according to a land use review intake submitted to the city last month.
Last stand for 123-year-old Boise neighborhood house
On a Portland street lined with Victorian-era homes, one stands out. Soon it may not stand at all.
Architect selected to serve on national board
Michael Graves, the architect who designed the building that Portlanders love to hate, has been appointed by President Barack Obama to a national board that develops accessibility criteria.
Focus on health care: A feverish pitch?
The 91视频 takes a look at health care issues facing companies in the building industry, starting with the city of Portland's proposed sick-leave ordinance.
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
