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A renovation geared to broaden sciences’ appeal
Construction crews are tackling the $66.65 million update of a 56-year-old building on Portland State University鈥檚 campus.
Project team zeroing in on LEED platinum rating
The renovation and expansion of Portland State University's Karl Miller Center is on track to finish in September.
Scappoose site targeted for $7.5 million innovation center
Portland Community College plans to build a 20,000-square-foot training center in Scappoose as part of a new venture: the Oregon Manufacturing Innovation Center.
$10.5 million renovation in the works for UO’s Chapman Hall
Portland鈥檚 Fortis Construction and Hennebery Eddy Architects are at work on an extensive, $10.5 million renovation of the University of Oregon鈥檚 Chapman Hall.
Archives yield design treasures
Extensive research by two local architectural enthusiasts is shining a spotlight on some influential early Portland architects.
Portland housing market sizzling
All signs point to a strong market for single-family homes this year, with tight inventory propelling prices higher.
The difficulty of designing spaces for all
Designing landscapes to serve a diverse population is a complicated process, but one that can benefit entire communities. But some observers say that process in the Portland-metro area needs to be better at including minority populations.
Harassment-free workplace initiative on tap
With an eye toward improving the construction industry鈥檚 dismal retention rates among female and minority apprentices, Oregon鈥檚 Bureau of Labor and Industries has given nonprofit Oregon Tradeswomen Inc. grant money to promote harassment-free workplaces.
Design approved for Stott Center upgrade
With approval from the Portland Design Commission, the $45 million renovation and expansion of Portland State University鈥檚 Peter W. Stott Center can at last proceed.
New building technology being put to the test
State universities' labs are conducting important research for the building industry.
PSU building expansion on track
After a decade of planning, the $45 million renovation and expansion of Portland State University鈥檚 Peter W. Stott Center is almost ready to roll.
PSU professor shares bridge research in China
Portland State University assistant engineering professor Thomas Schumacher late last year traveled to China to talk about his research in bridge safety.
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
