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New system widens scale of energy ratings
Forty-five commercial and public buildings in the Portland-metro area bear Energy Star labels, among the most in the country. But a new energy ratings system from the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers could make those ratings seem less appealing.
Gerding Edlen not immune to recession
Gerding Edlen Development鈥檚 resume is written across Portland鈥檚 skyline and punctuated through the city鈥檚 changing neighborhoods. From the CYAN apartments in downtown to the Atwater Place condominiums in South Waterfront, Gerding Edlen has helped build the city. But not even the high-profile firm has been immune from the economic downturn, Gerding Edlen project manager Kelly Saito said.
Energy efficiency comes to U.S. Bancorp
The 42-story U.S. Bancorp Tower became the latest building to obtain Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design designation for existing buildings. The designation comes as a culmination of five years of work to upgrade the HVAC and plumbing systems in the building.
Energy efficiency comes to U.S. Bancorp
The 42-story U.S. Bancorp Tower became the latest building to obtain Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design designation for existing buildings. The designation comes as a culmination of five years of work to upgrade the HVAC and plumbing systems in the building.
A blend of old and new at Mercy Corps’ new headquarters
Working on the new Mercy Corps headquarters, Walsh Construction Co. found a way to build a bridge to the past: a lot of structural steel. That steel, along with concrete, was needed to support a building that wouldn鈥檛 have survived a major earthquake.
General contractor needed for Hood River building project
Work is moving forward on a project to construct the Port of Hood River‘s first light industrial building along the waterfront. Designed by Richard Brown Architects, the 20,000-square-foot flex-use Halyard […]
LEED, Green Globes, Living Building Challenge spur sustainability
Jim Mark, CEO of Melvin Mark Cos., knew he would commit to Earth-friendly practices for the renovation of his company鈥檚 30-year-old Columbia Square office building in downtown Portland.
The 937 Condos: Sustainable building by design
Portland’s 937 Condominiums is perhaps best known for its exterior form, an organic, rooted-in-nature design based on fractals whereby none of the tower’s windows lines up. But tucked inside the […]
Energy co-op considers new facility
The Oregon Trail Electric Cooperative, which serves consumers in eastern Oregon, is looking at building a new facility in La Grande. The cooperative would combine its operations center and business […]
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
