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Plans continuing to form for historic structure
Vehicle access is at issue for the design of a renovation of the current Multnomah County Courthouse in downtown Portland.
OMSI master plan continues to move closer to fruition
The Portland Design Commission on Thursday provided another set of opinions on the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry鈥檚 master plan, and mostly approved of the concept.
Massive waterfront proposal spurs public backlash
Neighbors of a property targeted for a four-building mixed-use project raised concerns during a hearing before the Portland Design Commission on Thursday.
Modernization on tap for 102-year-old landmark
The Portland Historic Landmarks Commission on Monday weighed in on early plans to update Benson Polytechnic High School.
Inhospitable reception for hospitality project
The proposal for a Pearl District hotel received backlash from the public and critical comments from the Portland Design Commission on Thursday.
Criticism and optimism for Japanese hotel project
The Portland Design Commission on Thursday provided advice for the team creating plans for a tower on a long-vacant downtown property.
Affordable housing project could set precedent
A proposal for a Powell Boulevard property generally elicited positive comments from the Portland Design Commission during a hearing on Thursday.
OHSU hospital tower plans revised
Revised designs for a 14-story tower at OHSU's Marquam Hill campus include increased glazing and use of wood cladding.
A mixed bag for Broadway Corridor plan
The overall design was greeted warmly by Portland Design Commission, but Green Loop integration was slammed during a hearing on Thursday.
Advice given for Pepsi Blocks’ first phase
The first phase of the redevelopment of the former PepsiCo bottling plant in Northeast Portland on Thursday went before the Portland Design Commission.
Bridge design moves closer to approval
The Portland Design Commission on Thursday applauded the proposed design of a bridge to connect Lloyd and the Central Eastside Industrial District across Interstate 84.
Marquam Hill hospital project not set yet
Plans to build a 14-story tower at Oregon Health & Science University need more work, according to the Portland Design Commission.
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
