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New development stirs feeling of familiarity
A Northwest Portland mixed-use project on Thursday won the Design Commission's approval, despite concerns about more neighborhood "sameness."
New concepts for Willamette Falls unveiled
An architectural study of land near Willamette Falls found potential for mixed-use commercial development along with cultural gathering places and ecological restoration.
Building Blocks: Amaterra Winery
Emerick Construction is working closely with Waterleaf Architecture and O鈥橞rien & Company on the first full-production winery in the Portland metropolitan area.
Out with hotel, in with residential building
After previously gaining approval for a project on a Central Eastside property, a development team now has a different proposal.
Land use review intakes for Oct. 26, 2020
Pacific Power requested an early assistance meeting for the relocation and consolidation of power cable to a crossing beneath the Willamette River and onshore duct banks.
Oregon Square getting a double dose of office space
The Portland Design Commission has unanimously approved two midrise office buildings proposed for Oregon Square in the Lloyd District.
Portland partnership wins public project
O鈥橬eill/Walsh Community Builders has been awarded a $4.4 million contract by Prosper Portland to construct an interim U.S. Postal Service retail storefront in an existing parking structure.
Developer evaluating potential for sizable project
Amid office space closures during the coronavirus pandemic, one company may choose to construct a pair of buildings in the Lloyd District.
Changes sought to Block 216 tower design
The architects designing the 35-story building for Block 216 have requested a number of changes to their proposal since it was approved by the Portland Design Commission.
Courthouse transformation facing design hurdles
Transportation issues remain for the project team working to convert the historic downtown Portland building into office space.
Portland high-rise project keeping crews busy
One of the tallest projects under way in Portland is rising quickly in downtown, not far from near Tom McCall Waterfront Park.
Restaurants and residents not always ideal neighbors
Conflicts are becoming more common in mixed-use buildings as developers seek buzz-worthy restaurants as ground-floor tenants.
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- 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
