A simple Burnside Street building
In contrast to some past projects, a Portland developer’s latest will have a muted design and an affordable housing mission.
New life envisioned for old Portland landmark
Portland developer Kevin Cavenaugh has purchased the Oregon Theater, and he’s pledging to keep it intact.
Relief arriving for some small businesses
Landlords of Portland commercial properties are taking financial hits to help vulnerable tenants survive the coronavirus pandemic.
Green development takes on new meaning
Steel and concrete buildings wrapped in plants? One in Portland is nearly ready to open and another is in the works.
‘Unicorn’ due to arrive in historic district
The Historic Landmarks Commission on Monday enthusiastically approved a proposal for a multifamily development in Portland's Nob Hill neighborhood.
Strawberry trees arriving at unusual destination
The 54 steel tree planters that give Guerrilla Development’s latest mixed-use project its name, Tree Farm, have finally been put into place.
Unique project growing to full size
With 54 steel tree planters embedded in the sides of a six-story, 41,000-square-foot building, Guerrilla Development’s Tree Farm is aptly named.
Opportunity calls for small-scale commercial real estate investors
A Portland startup is aiming to turn commercial real estate into the next field for crowdfunding investment.
Fair-Haired Dumbbell leasing moves ahead
Guerrilla Development’s Fair-Haired Dumbbell has begun to attract a mix of hip retail shops and creative agencies drawn to the two colorful, connected buildings that were constructed in 2017.
Another building being squeezed into hot spot
Key Development is following up Yard at the Burnside Bridge's east end with a five-story, mixed-use building featuring cross-laminated timber.
All opinions welcome on Fair-Haired Dumbbell
Andersen Construction has reached substantial completion on Guerrilla Development's $17.5 million Fair-Haired Dumbbell project, which features five stories of heavy timber-framed creative office space over ground-floor retail.
Developer purchases 4.7-acre PepsiCo site
Seattle-based Security Properties Inc. has closed on the purchase of a 4.7-acre tract that has been used since the 1960s as a PepsiCo. bottling and distribution facility.
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
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- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
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- 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 — 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


















