Scannell Properties launches speculative project in Hillsboro
Construction is expected to start in late September on the Midwest developer's 126,000-square-foot industrial building near U.S. Route 26. Mackenzie is designing the project, and CBRE will search for a tenant.
Design Beyond Borders: The Springs at Issaquah Highlands
Ground was broken recently on a $211 million senior housing project in Issaquah, Washington. The building will include 225 apartments and multiple amenities.
Tigard-based company signs sizable lease in Washington
Consolidated Supply Co., a regional plumbing and water works supplier, has agreed to lease an entire 276,092-square-foot building in an industrial park now under construction.
On the Boards: Molalla Police Station
Construction crews have broken ground on a new 17,000-square-foot police station in Molalla.
Lake Oswego breaks ground on 10-acre park
The new 10-acre park will also include a parking lot with a drop-off area, new access pathways and the expansion of existing multi-use pathways, restrooms, walking trails, a covered picnic area, a protected natural area surrounding Pecan Creek, and the necessary utilities, including water, electricity, stormwater and sanitary sewer service.
Eugene developer tackling Lloyd District project
Mackenzie unveiled an initial design for a 15-story building with 260 apartments during a design advice hearing on Thursday.
Industrial market shows resilience
Industrial real estate continued to hum along in 2021, with fewer vacancies, active leasing and growing rents, Kidder Mathews reported.
Students explore ideas for Southeast Portland property
Design students from around the world recently reimagined the ODOT blocks in Portland鈥檚 Central Eastside Industrial District.
Preparing now for the office of the future
The 鈥渘ew normal鈥 has taken on multiple forms throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. The first stage was shifting to remote work temporarily and then to a long-term work from home life. But the 鈥渘ew normal鈥 is still metamorphosing as people prepare to return to the office.
New design considerations for health care
The COVID-19 pandemic has led many providers to seek ways to improve their building environments.
A different world, a different perspective
With building occupants鈥 health more important than ever, design industry professionals have ideas about potential changes.
One industry reaching out to another in need
Construction organizations are stepping up to donate personal protective equipment to medical professionals.
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



















