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Local design partner drops out of convention center hotel project
Ankrom Moisan Architects will not work on the remainder of the $212 million Hyatt Regency hotel project planned near the Oregon Convention Center.
The difficulty of designing spaces for all
Designing landscapes to serve a diverse population is a complicated process, but one that can benefit entire communities. But some observers say that process in the Portland-metro area needs to be better at including minority populations.
City Club of Portland calls for action on housing
Portland鈥檚 housing affordability crisis is as bad as the media makes it out to be, the City Club of Portland says in a new report.
Push for affordable housing reaches state capitol
A bill making its way through the Oregon House could breach a wall in the state鈥檚 urban growth boundaries.
Headquarters Hotel: Metro, Sondland, reach settlement
Metro officials and a group opposing the proposed 600-room Hyatt hotel at the Oregon Convention Center said Friday they have reached a legal settlement.
Hotel projects galore booked in metro market
Also, a legal settlement was reached Friday to dismiss pending lawsuits challenging the headquarters hotel project.
Wilsonville, Tualatin agree on planning boundary
The cities of Wilsonville and Tualatin have agreed on a common jurisdictional boundary that will allow further development of the Basalt Creek Concept Plan.
Waiting for condos to boom
Building industry professionals have mixed opinions on if and when Portland will begin seeing more condo projects.
Another ‘Signal’ of transit-oriented development
Ground was broken Wednesday in Beaverton for a four-story mixed-use development close to light rail and bus lines.
Park levy dollars continuing to make a difference
Blue Lake Regional Park, in Fairview, has received an improved entry and a stormwater system designed to be both functional and attractive.
Wilsonville, Tigard honored for projects
The State Land Board recently gave each city an award to recognize efforts that produced new wetlands and stream restoration.
Design team selected for riverfront path project
Mayer/Reed will partner with Norwegian firm Snohetta and Canadian firm DIALOG to design a public path running through the former Blue Heron Paper Co. mill site in Oregon City.
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
