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Julie Livingston: a new approach for Portland Design Commission
Since taking over the Design Commission lead position from David Wark in July, Julie Livingston has taken steps to add structure and improve communication the the group's public meetings.
Responding to a ramp-up
The hectic pace of development in Portland has spawned efforts to streamline land use procedures.
Fifth time’s a charm for Hazelwood Plaza
A long-sought Northeast Portland affordable housing development that has undergone multiple redesigns has gained the Portland Design Commission鈥檚 permission to move ahead.
Superblock project designs critiqued
Portland design commissioners weighed in on Oregon Square, the next superblock project planned in the Lloyd District.
UPDATED: Portland Design Commission undergoing change
Hennebery Eddy Architects principal David Wark on Jan. 15 became the new chairman of the Portland Design Commission.
Mixed-use high-rise pitched for Pearl District
Chris Jones, a project designer with Portland-based Vallaster Corl Architects, on Thursday asked the Portland Design Commission for preliminary design advice on Couch Nine.
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
