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Iconic structure’s fate unclear
Stakeholders are concerned that proposed modifications could lead to the Portland Building being removed from National Register of Historic Places.
Handling a Portland icon with care
The Portland Building, which houses more than 1,300 city employees in dozens of agencies, is one of the most iconic buildings in the City of Roses. But it also has proven to be one of the most trouble-prone.
Portland Building will get $195 million remodel
Despite reservations about the high cost, city councilors voted to move the Portland Building renovation project forward.
Portland Building architect dies at 80
Michael Graves, the prolific postmodern architect who designed the famed and often despised Portland Building, died Thursday of natural causes at his home in Princeton, N.J.
City Council hears options for Portland Building
The City Council at a Tuesday work session entertained possibilities for fixing the myriad problems plaguing the Portland Building.
Reimagining the Portland Building
When a committee of local industry professionals first convened last spring to advise the city of Portland on plans to renovate the Portland Building their message was clear: Don鈥檛 make the same mistake twice.
Portland Building architect defends his creation
In light of plans to renovate the Portland Building, its architect, Michael Graves, traveled to the Rose City this week to defend his design and offer his thoughts on how to improve it.
Lecture by Portland Building architect set for next month
Portland Building architect Michael Graves next month will give a talk on the future of the iconic postmodern building.
Portland Building still controversial after 30 years
Thirty years after it was completed, the Portland Building continues to elicit strong opinions. The building reaches its 30th anniversary this year.
Portland Building placed on historic register
The Portland Public Service Building, better known as the Portland Building, has gotten its due. The 29-year-old building was listed officially on the National Register of Historic Places on Oct. 25, according to a National Parks Service document released this week.
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
