Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
The proposal for a five-story, 100-unit building received the Portland Design Commission's approval on Thursday. Funding isn't secured yet for the approximately $36 million project.
Lloyd Center redevelopment plan withstands appeals
The Portland City Council on Wednesday denied appeals of the Design Commission's approval of the master plan for redevelopment of the Lloyd Center site, allowing the project to proceed.
Commission approves design for Portland school redevelopment
Portland design commission approves plans for new 289,500-square-foot Ida B. Wells High School building on Vermont Street, designed by Bora Architecture.
Portland Design Commission offers advice for tower project
A 13-story mixed-use building is designed for the Broadway Corridor's Parcel 6, in Northwest Portland. More than 200 residential units are planned, according to the proposal presented on Thursday.
Portland Design Commission defends design review process
The commission's recent State of the City report emphasizes flexibility and discretionary review despite ongoing calls by the Portland City Council for reformation of the process.
Portland Design Commission OKs Lloyd Center master plan
The Portland Design Commission on Thursday unanimously approved a master plan to redevelop the Lloyd Center mall into a mixed-use neighborhood with housing, retail space and open spaces.
Equity-focused architect launches Chromatográfica
Chandra Robinson has left LEVER Architecture to start her own firm. She aims to collaborate with small firms and tackle many different types of projects.
Team presents updated plans for Portland school project
The Portland Design Commission on Thursday advised the team preparing for the $349.1 million replacement of Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School.
Lloyd Center redevelopment plan faces opposition
Community members urged preserving the mall and indoor ice rink as the project team again appeared before the Portland Design Commission.
Portland Central City code changes in development
Portland planners presented to the Design Commission potential Central City code amendments to boost housing and support downtown revitalization.
Extension plan for Portland’s North Park Blocks scrutinized
The Portland Design Commission on Thursday provided advice on plans to extend the North Park Blocks as part of the Green Loop. Members expressed concerns about timing, maintenance and interim uses.
Portland Design Commission advises Ida B. Wells HS rebuild team
Commissioners weighed in on updated plans for the $349 million project to modernize the school's campus in Southwest Portland.
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