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Studying the classics at a university campus
At first glance, a new $34 million building at the University of Portland doesn鈥檛 stand out from nearby structures that are well over a century old. School officials and the building鈥檚 architects consider that a success.
Beaverton arts center project moves ahead
Supporters are hoping to break ground later this year on a $46 million regional arts venue in downtown Beaverton.
Possibly willing to bend for a loop
The Portland Design Commission could approve a change to the setback requirement for a proposed 35-story tower along the Green Loop route.
Block 216 project team faces tough questions
The proposal for a 35-story tower in the West End, in downtown, needs a lot of work, according to the Portland Design Commission.
Photos: Major expansion under way in Lake Oswego
A major expansion under way at the Mary鈥檚 Woods retirement community will add nine buildings to the Lake Oswego campus.
Photos: Affordable housing rising in SE Portland
A new 101-unit affordable housing development is rising on Southeast Foster Road in the Mt. Scott-Arleta neighborhood.
Architects chosen for first Zidell Yards project
The San Francisco office of Chicago-based SCB will design the Block 8 towers, with GBD Architects serving as the architect of record.
Design Commission weighs in on OMSI master plan
The Portland Design Commission on Thursday got its first look at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry鈥檚 master plan for development around its Southeast Portland campus, and overall was encouraged by progress being made.
Design Commission delays final decision on Block 290
The Block 290 mixed-use project continued its long and twisting path through the Portland Design Commission on Thursday.
Design panel: Oregon Square needs more refinement
The design team for Oregon Square, a two-phase superblock development in the works due south of Hassalo on Eighth in Northeast Portland, still has a lot of work to do, according to the Portland Design Commission.
Photos: New residence hall under construction
Skanska is building a new residence hall, designed by Soderstrom Architects, at the University of Portland.
Nike’s $10.1 million tax payment going toward roadwork
Nike Inc. has agreed to pay $10.1 million in transportation development taxes to Washington County to pay for road improvements around the sportswear giant鈥檚 growing Beaverton campus.
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
