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Architects working through pandemic, but differently
People accustomed to frequent group work are now adjusting to sudden, temporary office closures.
Completion date within sight for mixed-use project
Crews are scheduled to finish building Raleigh Slabtown, a six-story development in Northwest Portland, at the end of July.
Over the creek and through the hollow
Crews upgraded an underground culvert recently as part of the effort to construct a prominent mixed-use building in Southwest Portland.
Multifamily project planned in Portland historic district
A pre-application conference is scheduled for discussion of a proposal to build a six-story building with approximately 200 apartments.
Same old story, but another industry
Like many construction companies, some architecture firms are struggling to fill positions 鈥� particularly at the midcareer level.
Superblock construction keeping crews busy
Concrete is beginning to be poured for Saltwood South 鈥� part of a large development in Portland's Slabtown area.
Senior living project planned for Con-way parcel
A six-story multifamily development geared to serve retirees is planned for property in the Con-way master-planned area in Northwest Portland.
Concrete crews pour it on for mixed-use project
The build-out of Northwest Portland is continuing apace, and general contractor Bremik Construction is doing its part for the six-story Saltwood North project.
47-year-old Portland landmark receiving renovation
Extensive work is under way at Portland鈥檚 tallest tower, the Wells Fargo Center, and an adjoining building.
Retrofitted, resilient, and ready to roll
A major seismic retrofit was recently completed at a Washington County's Charles D. Cameron Public Services Building.
With hillside intact, The Amy welcomes students home
A new 141-unit student housing complex is now open in Southwest Portland. But first the project team had to overcome a significant site challenge.
Architecture and engineering employment continues to surge
A decade past a devastating recession that halted construction projects around the country, local architecture firms are hitting something of a peak.
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
