Framework

Sep 27, 2018

Moving forward with structural innovation

Despite a material failure during construction of a project at Oregon State University, many parties aren鈥檛 shying away from cross-laminated timber.

Jul 17, 2018

Framework project fizzles; parties hope for restart

Citing skyrocketing labor costs, inflation and fluctuations in the tax credit market, Portland developer project^ on Monday announced the postponement of Framework, a proposed 12-story mixed-use tower for the Pearl District.

Mar 23, 2018

Highly anticipated project receives more hype

Construction of the tallest wood-framed commercial building in the United States is poised to start in Portland in the near future, and Mayor Ted Wheeler took to the podium Thursday to tout that fact.

Dec 12, 2017

Portland-based architecture firm receives honor

LEVER Architecture recently was named a 2017 Design Vanguard by Architectural Record.

Nov 16, 2017

Team close to breaking ground on Framework

Portland developer Project^ plans to break ground in early 2018 in the Pearl District on an 11-story cross-laminated timber building.

Jun 6, 2017

Framework: Wooden skyscraper gets green light

Framework, planned in Portland鈥檚 Pearl District, has received final permit approval, clearing the way for the building to become the tallest cross-laminated timber structure in the United States.

Apr 21, 2017

Framework tower project honored by Design Commission

The Framework tower project on Wednesday received another honor 鈥� the Portland Design Commission鈥檚 Design Excellence Award. The project previously won the 2015 U.S. Tall Wood Building prize.