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Does OSHA’s SHARP program really excuse firms from safety inspections?
An electrical contractor in North Bend is the latest company to earn a safety recognition through the Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Administrations SHARP program. SHARP, or Safety and Health […]
Design from the inside out, or the outside in?
I just finished my first term as a masters student in architecture at the University of Oregon. The last time I designed a building from the ground up was in […]
Industry professionals to deliver real estate forecasts Thursday morning
Real estate professionals interested in industry advice might want to mark this Thursday morning on their calendars. The Oregon-Columbia River Chapter of the Institute of Real Estate Management is hosting […]
Climate change 鈥� the ultimate planning challenge
From my perspective, one of the great things about being a professional planner is that you interact with so many other professions and such a wide range of inter-related sets […]
Poll suggests most drivers would use I-205 to avoid CRC tolls
Results of a new poll suggest the majority of Portland and Vancouver, Wash., drivers would avoid using the Interstate 5 bridge if tolls were implemented to pay for the Columbia […]
Vancouver, B.C., develops asphalt made from plastic bottles
The city of Vancouver in British Columbia has found a creative use for used plastic bottles. It’s building roads with them. The city announced earlier this month that its city […]
Rehabilitation projects transform aging hospital, warehouse into award-winning rehab icons
Two Oregon projects have won awards for transforming outdated buildings into vibrant centers of excellence in two very different markets. Both projects showcase creative ways to sustainably transform older structures into reinvigorated contributors to the community.
The Interior Design Profession: Where it鈥檚 been, where it鈥檚 going
The role of interior designers is rapidly changing. The profession itself is beyond the simple confusion of interior design with decoration, although the perception of the industry may not be […]
Rose City Golf Course Clubhouse listed on historic register
The clubhouse at the Rose City Golf Course has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and officials hope to use the listing to get new funds for a restoration of the clubhouse.
International Interior Design Association鈥檚 Oregon chapter presents 2012 awards
The Oregon chapter of the International Interior Design Association presented its awards for 2012 at the Governor Hotel’s Heritage Ballroom in Portland last month. The winning projects were selected from […]
Foundational leadership: Are you prepared to carry the load?
If you are involved in the construction industry, even if you aren鈥檛 an excavation or concrete subcontractor, you understand the importance of a building鈥檚 foundation. Without a strong foundation, the building structure will eventually fail. Your business is no different.
Philosophies that motivate green building ethos
There’s much talk in architectural circles about the nuts and bolts of “integrated project delivery.”聽 But in an Oct. 24 presentation, IDC Architects Director and Design Principal Jeff Murray took […]
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
