Craig Smith named executive producer at Downstream
DESIGN Craig Smith has been named executive producer of Downstream’s Portland office. He has more than 23 years of media production experience, in the broadcast, advertising, web and corporate environments […]
Christian Bannister appointed creative director at Downstream
DESIGN Christian Bannister has been appointed creative director of Downstream’s Portland office. He has been conceptualizing, designing and developing interactive experiences for more than 15 years. His process has evolved […]
Design inspired by New York City
Distinctive artwork contributes to the New York theme of a new industrial building in Northwest Portland.
Portland firm to design Cambodian university
Yost Grube Hall Architecture will serve as the design architect for the American University of Phnom Penh in partnership with a Cambodian architect of record.
Entries sought for sustainable design competition
Northwest high-performance builder Hammer & Hand is seeking entries from architecture students and interns for a sustainable design competition offering $6,000 in prizes.
Improving neighborhoods through design
With Portland communities in flux because of a boom in development, a four-person panel on Thursday discussed how to create inclusive, livable neighborhoods across the city.
Design team chosen for UO softball stadium project
Portland-based SRG Partnership will design Jane Sanders Stadium, a $10 million to $15 million project, in collaboration with Eugene-based Cameron McCarthy Landscape Architecture & Planning.
Students pitch mixed-use development for North Pearl District
Six students from Portland State University’s Center for Real Estate last week presented their vision for a $53 million mixed-use development in the 1600 block of Northwest Thurman Street.
Activities galore on tap for Design Week Portland
Design Week Portland, set to kick off Saturday, includes a slew of architecture-related activities and events.
Marty Hegg celebrates anniversary at Arciform
DESIGN Design team member Marty Hegg recently celebrated her five-year anniversary with design-build firm Arciform. SENDING 91ÊÓÆµâ€ˆPEOPLE ITEMS: Please send your announcements to [email protected].
From produce box to insulation
A Portland State University team has developed a new building product from boxes tossed by grocers.
Trent Still joins ADX
DESIGN Trent Still recently joined ADX as the new director of design and fabrication for its growing design-build division. He has worked on projects ranging from high-rises to prototypes of […]
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