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Virtual encounters: BIM’s evolution now immersive
Technology advancements are helping builders better visualize structures before they're built.
‘Elaborate’ computer-aided design
Skanska and SRG Partnership are working together to finish a BIM-heavy project at Portland State University.
Efficiency under the dome
A new Oregon Health & Science University data center in Hillsboro could become a prototype.
On the road to 3-D bid plans
Oregon Department of Transportation engineers next year will begin releasing bid documents in 3-D.
Diving into the unknown
The team renovating the 95-year-old 511 Federal Building is uncovering formerly hidden elements.
BIM’s big question: Who’s legally liable?
Handing over a building information modeling platform can be sort of like handing over keys to a company car. If an accident were to occur, who would be responsible: the driver or the owner?
Revit previews Solar Radiation Technology
Software developer AutoDesk has released a preview of its Solar Radiation Technology for Revit, its software for Building Information Modeling. Solar radiation (basically, energy from sunlight) mostly contacts roofs and […]
Revit previews Solar Radiation Technology
Software developer AutoDesk has released a preview of its Solar Radiation Technology for Revit, its software for Building Information Modeling. Solar radiation (basically, energy from sunlight) mostly contacts roofs and […]
Astoria becomes resourceful to create model of its downtown
While Boston and Los Angeles have poured ample money and employee time into a pilot program to help cities handle growth, Astoria took up the same program by arming interns with 25-foot tape measures. The program, called the Human Development Overlay District, creates three-dimensional models of entire neighborhoods.
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
