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RiverPlace redevelopment plan continues to evolve
Massing and transportation issues linger for the master plan of a large-scale mixed-use development on eight acres in downtown Portland.
Southwest Portland proposal receives attention
Plans for an 8-acre site near the South Waterfront District call for a series of towers that would have thousands of new housing units, perhaps a hotel, retail shops and public spaces.
Exceptional structural engineering efforts honored by Oregon group
The Structural Engineers Association of Oregon has released the names of the winning projects in the 2017 SEAO Excellence in Structural Engineering awards competition.
Portland Japanese Garden project honored
The Portland Japanese Garden added to its list of honors recently when Engineering News-Record (ENR) named the Cultural Crossing expansion its project of the year in the Northwest region.
AIA Portland honors exceptional projects
Projects by Kengo Kuma and Associates and Landry Smith Architect earned top 鈥渉onor鈥� awards from American Institute of Architects鈥� Portland chapter Friday night, during the 2017 Portland Architecture Awards event at Revolution Hall.
Waterfront skyscrapers pitched by Japanese firm
Kengo Kuma and Associates is in exploratory discussions with the city of Portland regarding a South Waterfront project that would provide a combination of affordable housing, optimized open space and a living environment, according to a company statement.
Photos: Home designed by famed Japanese architectural firm
The first private American residence designed by famed Japanese architect Kengo Kuma & Associates is under construction in Happy Valley.
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
- 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
