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Students propose turning Hillsboro site into entertainment district
Six real estate students at Portland State University were charged with identifying the highest and best use for a 16-acre plot of land The Standard owns in Hillsboro. The students' proposal included an entertainment destination anchored by a large movie theater and sports bar arcade, with housing, a hotel, commercial retail and restaurant space.
Students brainstorm over Hillsboro development
Portland State University students try their hands at coming up with a plan for developing Standard Insurance-owned site in Hillsboro.
Sustainable construction to remain a strong theme in 2012
The Oregon Sustainability Center and two green housing groups will make 2012 a busy year in Portland.
PSU science center wins LEED gold
Portland State University last week announced that its Science Research and Teaching Center achieved a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design gold rating from the U.S. Green Building Council.
Construction on track for PSU housing development
Texas-based developer American Campus Communities is on-track with its housing development at Portland State University, according to ACC spokeswoman Gina Cowart.
Students dream big in proposal for ‘Benson Blocks’
Six Portland State University students presented their 鈥淏enson Blocks鈥� project proposal to a panel of local developers on Wednesday. The final proposal included some unusual ideas, including an urban Costco store with apartments above it, a YMCA and and an urban Portland Community College campus.
PSU’s Lincoln Hall entrance updated
General contractor Howard S. Wright is updating Portland State University's Lincoln Hall with a new entrance and lobby facing S.W. Broadway.
Home in Southeast Portland to serve as test for Passive House
An established green building standard, cutting-edge technology and a research-driven design are being used to create a unique duplex in Southeast Portland.
Developers cry foul at fee for new light-rail line, other projects
The Portland City Council on Wednesday heard the first reading on a new fee that will be assessed to any new construction or expansion project located near the new Portland to Milwaukie light-rail line. Despite concerns from property and business owners who say the fee will stop any new development dead in its tracks, the city has decided it will hold a final vote on the fee next week.
PSU University Plaza converted into Ben & Jerry’s PartnerShop
General contractor G.A. Bentley Construction is converting a space in Portland State University's University Plaza into a Ben & Jerry's Partnershop, which will serve to benefit local nonprofit New Avenues for Youth. The remodel was designed by Baysinger Partners Architecture, and mechanical engineering was performed by Glumac. Improvements made include interior partitions, tile and case work[...]
First class graduates from PSU master’s architecture program
Portland State University鈥檚 Department of Architecture this past weekend graduated its first master鈥檚 class: 13 students who spent two years working through the not-yet-accredited program.
Portland State University is hiring a Sustainability Coordinator!
Portland State University is hiring a聽Sustainability聽Coordinator for the office of finance and administration. 聽To see the full聽announcement and application instructions, please go to www.pdx.edu/hr, see position under Faculty and Administration […]
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
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- 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
