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Mixed-use building’s ‘simple’ design approved
A proposal for a seven-story building with 123 market-rate apartments at 306 S.E. Eighth Ave. received conditional approval from the Portland Design Commission.
Changing development schemes
The developer of Oregon Square, a four-block mixed-use project planned in the Lloyd District, is weighing whether to change one building's space from apartments to offices.
Block 290 project moving toward design approval
The Portland Design Commission on Thursday told the developers and architect behind the Koti Apartments 鈥� also known as the Block 290 project 鈥� they are on the right track toward design approval.
South Waterfront Greenway concept plan progressing
The Portland Design Commission got a chance Thursday to review progress being made toward refinement of the South Waterfront Greenway concept plan.
Design Commission weighs in on stadium plans
The Portland Design Commission gave its first impressions of the proposed $50 million, 4,000-seat expansion of city-owned Providence Park during a design advice hearing on Thursday.
Development dilemma drags
A Portland Design Commission subcommittee will meet with Block 290 designers and neighboring residents in the search for a solution.
Mixed-use building proposal approved
The Portland Design Commission gave conditional approval to plans for a mixed-use building with 138 residential units at Southwest 16th Avenue and Burnside Street.
Framework tower project honored by Design Commission
The Framework tower project on Wednesday received another honor 鈥� the Portland Design Commission鈥檚 Design Excellence Award. The project previously won the 2015 U.S. Tall Wood Building prize.
So many projects, too little time
As the development boom continues in Portland, the Design Commission has its hands full meeting demand for review.
Raleigh 22 project design receives approval
The Portland Design Commission approved SERA Architects鈥� proposal for the Raleigh 22 apartment building on Thursday.
Design Commission responds to DOZA recommendations
The Portland Design Commission gave the Design Overlay Zone Assessment (DOZA) final report a mixed review during its Thursday meeting.
Ankeny Apartments project appeal extended
The Portland City Council on Wednesday decided to continue next month its hearing on the appeal of the Design Commission鈥檚 denial of the Ankeny Apartments project.
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
