A fine landscape line
The new Tilikum Crossing over the Willamette River is a dramatic visual addition to Portland, but it’s the work of landscape architects that will dominate the sights along the new light-rail Orange Line when it opens in the fall.
New ideas for underneath Interstate 405
A Portland-based firm’s idea to provide transitional housing and services for the homeless under Interstate 405 earned first place in a design competition hosted by the American Institute of Architects’ Portland chapter.
Zidell Yards plan gets PDC board’s OK
The Portland Development Commission’s board on Wednesday approved a resolution to adopt a long-awaited development agreement with ZRZ Realty Co. to develop 33 acres on the waterfront.
Photos: TriMet holds first ride on new MAX line
TriMet held the first ride on the Portland-Milwaukie Light Rail Transit Project between downtown Portland and northern Clackamas County Friday. Approximately 500 people rode two of the agency’s new Type […]
MAX orange line: Money saved is money earned
TriMet’s new MAX orange line is nearing completion millions of dollars under budget -- and a portion of those savings will be used to enhance the project.
Bus rapid transit planning under way
Metro’s Powell-Division Transit and Development Project steering committee wants the public to help shape the design of a new bus rapid transit line between Portland and Gresham.
Planning for Southwest Corridor upgrades
Public comments are being gathered to inform planners working to improve metro-area transportation.
Photos: MAX train traverses Tilikum Crossing
A MAX train crossed the TriMet‘s new Tilikum Crossing bridge using its own power for the first time Wednesday. Â The train began at the new Southwest 4th Avenue/ Lincoln Street […]
Bus drivers influence redesign of TriMet facility
To update a building used by bus drivers, the design team naturally turned to them and others who use the space to learn their needs.
Stairs to better bridge design
The length of the stairs leading up to a new TriMet pedestrian bridge ultimately helped shape its design.
TriMet planning $12 million worth of station upgrades
TriMet is planning to invest $12 million in security and safety improvements at 14 stations along the MAX light-rail line. The work will take place over five years.
Photos: Green parking garage nearly completed
Skanska USA Building is nearing completion of the Southeast Park Avenue Park & Ride in Oak Grove. The $13.1 million project contains 401 automobile parking spaces, 90 bike spaces, and […]
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- 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
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- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
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