Social media broadens architects’ reach
Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn provide Portland firms with valuable opportunities to connect with potential clients, employees and others.
On the Boards: Cornelius Place
After nearly a decade of progress in fits and starts, an $18.5 million building project including a public library and senior housing is moving ahead in Cornelius.
Photos: Affordable units, wellness center rising
A mixed-use facility combining affordable housing with a community wellness center, primary care and behavioral health and wellness services for those suffering from mental illness, addiction, and homelessness is under construction in Northeast Portland.
A shot in the arm for development
With an infusion of new staffers, the Portland Bureau of Development Services is aiming to improve its permitting process.
Preparing to pass the baton effectively
Sellers can pursue a variety of routes to ensure their businesses continue to flourish in years ahead.
On the Boards: Cook Security Group HQ
The design for a new building to accommodate Cook Security Group calls for three stories and 27,000 square feet of space.
Sizable creative office project in the works
Capstone Partners and joint venture partner Premier Properties U.S.A. have acquired two blocks in the Central Eastside Industrial District for a creative office project to be completed later this year.
Scott | Edwards Architecture: brewpubs
Portland firm Scott | Edwards Architecture is teaming with 10 Barrel Brewing to bring the tastes and architectural talents of the Pacific Northwest to the Rockies and Southern California.
Photos: Oregon City library update complete
P&C Construction has completed a 14-month renovation and expansion of the Oregon City Public Library.
Edwards remembered as technical guru
Kelly Edwards, a former principal of Scott | Edwards Architecture, died Sept. 1 at age 62.
Builder’s Choice: Scott | Edwards Architecture
Scott | Edwards Architecture decided to look far away 鈥 an ocean away, in fact 鈥 six years ago when it established its first out-of-state 鈥 and third overall 鈥 office in the land of 鈥渁loha.鈥
Oregon projects honored in Gold Nugget awards
Six Oregon projects were honored recently during the 2016 Gold Nugget Awards event in San Francisco.
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



















