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Jamii Court multifamily building rising in Southwest Portland
Community Partners for Affordable Housing is developing the $43.4 million project in the West Portland Park neighborhood. The 96-unit building will feature sustainable design and culturally resonant elements.
Multifamily project architects speak from experience
Portland architects shared recently how streamlined design, permitting changes, and policy shifts are helping push projects into development.
Team breaks ground on new OLCC warehouse in Canby
Construction is under way on an approximately $87 million building intended to boost liquor distribution efficiency. It's set to open by August 2026.
LRS Architects
LRS Architects leads in sustainable, community-focused design with projects like Slabtown Square and expertise in mass timber and adaptive reuse.
New visitor center opens for Portland
The Portland Visitor Center, designed by LRS Architects, recently opened and is at 1132 S.W. Harvey Milk St. in Portland.
LRS Architects relocates Bend office
Portland-based LRS Architects has expanded and relocated its Bend office to The Quad -- the former home of The Bulletin newspaper.
More commercial space for a growing metro area
Retailers are preparing to open new locations after crews wrap up construction of another center in Happy Valley.
Oregon buildings, firms land on national awards list
Portland projects and firms were well-represented at the recent 2021 American Architecture Awards.
Brewery expanding into two Portland-metro locations
Stickmen Brewing is gearing up to open a couple of new taprooms -- one in Happy Valley later this year and another in Cedar Mill probably around April 2022.
Building Blocks: Parkview at Terwilliger Plaza
A new 10-story, 127-unit senior living facility will occupy a full block in Southwest Portland. Construction is expected to finish in August 2023.
Two principals join firm’s ownership group
With the recent additions of Janice Sanada and Michelle Startt, Portland-based LRS Architects is now the largest architecture and interior design firm in the Pacific Northwest that is majority-owned by women.
New mass-timber facility spreading its wings
The Wingspan Event & Conference Center is being tackled by general contractor/construction manager Swinerton Builders within a stone鈥檚 throw of the Hillsboro Airport.
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
