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Two schools, one building and a lot of wood
In Vancouver, Washington, cross-laminated timber will be highly visible in a new campus due to be completed next year.
Seismic strength critical for new Beaverton facility
The new Beaverton Public Safety Center now under construction is expected to be able to withstand a sizable quake and continue operating thereafter.
New mass-timber building in Iowa isn’t like others
A new building is Des Moines is the first to be constructed using dowel-laminated wood.
Upcoming event to showcase cross-laminated timber projects
The Portland Critical Mass Timber Meetup group is preparing to shine the spotlight on a couple of prominent projects in Portland.
Tall timber code changes nearing final approval
The International Code Council is on track to approve a series of code changes that could help spread the use of mass timber in high-rises.
McMinnville homebuilder to work with national firm
McMinnville-based contractor Winsome Construction announced Tuesday it will work with Woodhouse, one of the leading timber-frame manufacturers in the United States, to build timber-frame homes in Oregon.
Architecture firm taking ‘wood to the next level’
Next year, architecture firm Hacker will move into a new space of its own design 鈥� a six-story, cross-laminated-timber building in Portland鈥檚 Central Eastside.
Washington state to develop building codes for mass-timber construction
While Oregon developers seem to be taking more direct action when it comes to mass-timber building techniques, Washington lawmakers are also trying to leave their mark on the industry.
Mass timber considered for 10-story project
The four partnering agencies behind a 10-story project tentatively called 4th and Montgomery are in the early stages of exploring the use of mass timber.
Taking timber to towering heights
Portland architect Thomas Robinson has received recognition for his efforts to use wood beyond low-rise projects.
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
