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Southwest Portland street could be realigned
If a portion of Southwest Bond Avenue in Portland were moved farther from the Willamette River, Oregon Health & Science University would gain room for green space and future development, and an alternate route to the Tilikum Crossing would be provided.
Zidell Yards projects submitted to city design review
On Monday, ZRZ submitted designs for blocks 4 and 6 at Zidell Yards to the Portland Design Commission for review.
Don Vallaster joins city design panel
Over the past 30 years, Don Vallaster has presented more than a few projects to the Portland Design Commission. Now he finds himself on the other side of the table as the newest member of the group tasked with helping shape the city鈥檚 skyline.
For 鈥楧umbbell鈥� project, beauty is skin deep
The Portland Design Commission has asked the Regional Arts and Culture Council to assess, and provide feedback about, the artwork design that covers the exterior of Guerrilla Development's Fair-Haired Dumbbell project.
Design panel OKs Modera Belmont project
After finally passing review by the Portland Design Commission last week, plans are moving forward for the Modera Belmont, a six-story, mixed-use building with 200 apartment units at 818 S.E. Sixth Ave.
Design panel OKs single OHSU sky bridge
A second requested sky bridge for a two-building project that includes the Center for Health and Healing South will be replaced by a tunnel.
Mixed reviews for proposed Dumbbell fa莽ade
The proposed fa莽ade pattern of Guerilla Development鈥檚 Fair-Haired Dumbbell project dominated much of the conversation during a recent Portland Design Commission meeting.
Neighbors鈥� concerns drive revamped project designs
Neighborhood concerns have fueled significant adjustments to plans for the Hampton Inn & Suites Hotel Pearl and the Hub at Portland, two projects undergoing the city design review process.
Architect appointed to Portland Design Commission
Julie Livingston, an architect and senior project manager with affordable housing provider Home Forward, is the newest member of the Portland Design Commission.
Revisions requested to two Portland projects
The architects of the Modera Belmont and Hampton Inn & Suites Pearl projects will be to some extent going back to the drawing board following critiques from the Portland Design Commission.
Couch 9, Porter Hotel gain city approval
Plans for Couch 9, a mixed-use project in the Pearl District, and the proposed Porter Hotel in Southwest Portland have gained unanimous Portland Design Commission approval.
Pearl District design appeal heard
The Portland City Council will wait to make a decision about the Block 136 plan already approved.
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
