Former Mahlum Architects partner dies at 85
John Edward Mahlum, a former partner at Mahlum Architects, has died at age 85.
Firms working to ensure financial, personal health
2020 forced architects and engineers to adjust to remote work, but 2021 could bring positive changes.
Collaboration, creativity flourishing despite physical separation
Building industry professionals are adapting to a new way of doing business by leaning on technology to foster communication with co-workers, build client bases and keep projects moving.
Portland office project receives a green stamp
Living Building Challenge petal certification recently was achieved for a tenant improvement to suit Mahlum Architects in the Central Eastside.
Old school becomes new
Northeast Portland's Grant High School will reopen to students this month after a two-year, $158 million modernization and expansion project.
Panelists discuss diversity in architecture
Architects recently discussed personal challenges related to diversity in their industry, and how the next generation may change the landscape.
School renovation project needs subcontractors
General contractor INLINE Commercial Construction is seeking subcontractors to help build a new gymnasium and a new modular classroom building for Mooberry Elementary School in Hillsboro.
Subcontractors sought for Lake Oswego project
Skanska USA Building is seeking bids from subcontractors for work on the new Lakeridge Junior High School in Lake Oswego.
Photos: Grant High School bond work in full swing
Construction work is in full swing on the last major project funded by Portland Public Schools‘ 2012 School Building Improvement Bond. A joint venture team of Andersen/Colas Construction is performing […]
School bathrooms suddenly problematic
With project owners’ desires shifting toward gender inclusion, restroom design has become ‘a sensitive issue.'
Interior design group announces award winners
The International Interior Design Association’s Oregon chapter announced its 2017 Design Excellence awards recently.
Northwest architecture firm honored twice
Two designs by Mahlum Architects were recognized by the American Institute of Architects’ Washington Council during its Civic Design Awards event.
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- 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
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