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Architecture firms growing — carefully and thoughtfully
As the economy re-emerges from the recent recession, architecture firms are growing again. But this time it's tempered with a focus on project selection, and a new appreciation for payroll.
Newberg Center on its way to LEED platinum
Portland Community College鈥檚 Newberg campus became significantly greener this fall when the Newberg Center opened. It鈥檚 on track to receive a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design platinum rating as well as a net zero rating from the Energy Trust of Oregon.
Groundbreaking set for Oregon Enginehouse and Rail Heritage Center
Crews from Lorentz Bruun Construction will break ground Oct. 21 for the Oregon Rail Heritage Foundation鈥檚 Enginehouse and heritage center. The new center, when it opens late next spring, will house historic three steam engines that have been cared for and rehabilitated by the foundation.
Historic locomotive house gets OK from Portland City Council
Portland City Council unanimously passed the package of ordinances restructuring the loan and securing the new site for the Oregon Rail Heritage Foundation engine house to be built near OMSI.
PCC Newberg near net-zero goal
The Newberg Center project could become Portland Community College's first net zero building.
Spalding Building lobby remodeled
The lobby of the Spalding Building in downtown Portland is in the middle of a remodel. The 12-story, 99-year-old building at 319 S.W. Washington St. had lost some of its historic character after several renovations.
West End retail space becoming bike shop
A former clothing store in downtown Portland is in the early stages of being transformed into a bicycle shop. West End Bikes is expected to soon move into the space at the corner of Southwest Stark Street and 11th Avenue.
Cafe opens in former Portland bus shelter
Caffe Viale opens its new location today in a converted 1970s TriMet bus shelter.
Troutdale library
The 6,000-square-foot Troutdale library is now open in the Cherry Park Market Center. The new storefront branch of the Multnomah County Library will house 20,000 books, audio-visual materials, periodicals and computers.
Spalding Building renovation begins next month
After several renovations stripped the Spalding Building of much of its historic character, a design by Hennebery Eddy Architects will give a historic update to the building's lobby.
Portland Transit Mall
The last of the bus shelters from the original Portland Transit Mall construction is being renovated to become a coffee cafe. Caffe Viale will operate the coffee shop that is on Southwest 5th Avenue between Salmon and Main streets.
Troutdale Library
A new branch of the Multnomah County Library is taking shape in the Cherry Park Market Center in Troutdale. The 20,000-square-foot Troutdale Library will house 20,000 books.
News
- $960,000 office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 10, 2026
- Two projects in historic districts in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 10, 2026
- 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
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
