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Building a treasure atop trash
A project to create a Buddhist retreat on top of an old landfill came with environmental challenges.
Southeast Portland building celebrates 100 years with upgrade
At nearly 100 years old, the unreinforced masonry building that holds the offices of the Oregon State Public Interest Research Group, a Portland-based consumer advocacy group, was showing its age. So upgrading the seismic stability of the unreinforced masonry building required more than an average stent.
Use of certified wood drops in 2011 LEED projects
This year, significantly fewer Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design projects specified the use of wood certified by the Forest Stewardship Council. A recent report issued by GreenBiz Group found FSC wood was used in only 26 percent of new LEED construction in 2011, down from 41 percent last year. The significant drop may reflect a program change that impacted projects targeting the standa[...]
Protesters don’t stop Planned Parenthood project
Despite protests at the ground-breaking event and a steady stream of calls and letters, construction is moving forward on the new Planned Parenthood facility in the Glenwood community between Eugene and Springfield.
Cyrk building in Southeast Portland shoots for LEED platinum
The Cyrk building, a live-work space in Southeast Portland that incorporates numerous sustainable features, is on track to earn a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design platinum rating.
Portland developer building live-work space
A new live-work building designed by DECA Architecture Inc. is going up in Portland. Developer Bonnie Serkin of Landwaves wanted to combine her home and work with the Cyrk, a 14,500-square-foot building that will house Serkin's home on its second floor and office on its ground floor.
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
