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Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
The proposal for a five-story, 100-unit building received the Portland Design Commission's approval on Thursday. Funding isn't secured yet for the approximately $36 million project.
Photos: New East County Library arrives in Gresham
Multnomah County's 95,000-square-foot facility, a $163 million bond-funded development, features substantial mass timber and advanced technological elements.
OMSI District affordable housing project in design phase
An approximately 100-unit building called Los Colibris is planned in Southeast Portland, marking the first development within the area's master plan.
The Hazel Ying Lee Apartments
Hazel Ying Lee Apartments bring 206 affordable homes to SE Portland with award-winning design, family units, and sustainable, community-focused features.Hazel Ying Lee Apartments bring 206 affordable homes to SE Portland with award-winning design, family units, and sustainable, community-focused features.
Dave Otte
Dave Otte reflects on Holst Architecture鈥檚 growth into civic and affordable housing design, including the pivotal Bud Clark Commons project.
Back to the drawing board for North Portland development
A four-story affordable housing proposal has underwhelmed Portland Design Commissioners.
Portland firm to design Washington County care facilities
Holst Architecture has been selected to provide design services for Washington County Behavorial Health鈥檚 Center for Addictions Triage and Treatment buildings.
Multnomah County Library selects design team for east county flagship
Holst Architecture, Adjaye Associates and MultiCultural Collaboration have been selected to design Multnomah County Library鈥檚 new East County Flagship, a 95,000-square-foot facility that will serve the about 40 percent of Multnomah County residents who live east of I-205.
Building Blocks: Ninebark
A nine-building apartment community is being developed by Killian Pacific on nearly 9 acres along the Columbia River in Southwest Washington.
BUILDING BLOCKS: Fora Health Treatment & Recovery Addition Treatment Center
The two-story, 53,400-square-foot headquarters facility will include space for administrative offices, medical and counseling offices, group meeting rooms, a commercial kitchen, and amenities such as a fitness center, art studio, patient resource center, library, and therapeutic gardens and outdoor gathering spaces.
Holst Architecture earns design excellence award
De Paul Treatment Centers and Holst Architecture have been presented the Portland Design Commission鈥檚 2019 Design Excellence Award in recognition of the outstanding architecture and design of De Paul鈥檚 new treatment center headquarters.
Out with a club, in with affordable housing
The Portland Design Commission on Thursday voted 4-0 to approve plans for a 206-unit apartment complex in the Creston-Kenilworth neighborhood.
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
- 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
