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Portland architects still struggling
The Architectural Billings Index last month reached its highest point in two years, but Portland architects say available work is still limited. Larger firms are sustaining themselves with higher education and institutional jobs, while smaller firms are pursuing site plans and storefront renovations.
Bank approves loan for long-stalled project
A car dealership project that restarted after being stalled for a year could be the first sign of a turnaround for that sector of the private commercial building industry. Construction […]
Economist: Oregon housing market to improve
An Oregon economist says the state’s housing market will improve next year, though he expects commercial real estate to remain “weak” through 2010. John Mitchell, principal with M & H […]
Architects cautiously optimistic about 2010 outlook
Economists say Oregon will emerge from the recession next year. But Portland architects aren’t ready to pop open the champagne just yet. At the end of 2008, the American Institute […]
Portland hotels: plenty of rooms available
They may offer different amenities, charge different rates and cater to different visitors, but all of Portland鈥檚 hotels are being affected by the recession. The occupancy rate for the city鈥檚 hotels has fallen 12 percent in 2009, in keeping with a national trend in which the hospitality industry expects rough months ahead.
Economic lull means PDC will take time to plan Burnside Bridgehead
The PDC is looking for assistance in developing a plan for the Burnside Bridgehead project, and has issued an RFP. Because of the recession, PDC and its chosen developer, Beam Development, cannot go forward with the project now. By the time the plan is completed, PDC expects the economy will rebound.
Illusion of Recovery
State economists caution against reading too much into a couple months of job growth. Construction employment will continue falling until 2011. But contractors differ with the economists.
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
