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Studying the classics at a university campus
At first glance, a new $34 million building at the University of Portland doesn鈥檛 stand out from nearby structures that are well over a century old. School officials and the building鈥檚 architects consider that a success.
Perseverance prevails in suburbia
After enduring neighbors鈥� opposition, a Lake Oswego mixed-use development is opening with 200 luxury apartments, commercial space and 430 underground parking spaces.
On the Boards: Dundon-Berchtold Hall
Dundon-Berchtold Hall, a new University of Portland building scheduled for completion in 2019, will be an architectural rarity in the Rose City.
Crew unearths disappointing time capsule cache
A crew with Turner Construction found a time capsule at a University of Portland job site containing 鈥� drumroll 鈥� water-damaged paper.
University set to construct academic building
The University of Portland is moving ahead with plans to demolish Howard Hall, a former recreation center dating to 1928, and build a new academic building in its place.
Photos: New residence hall under construction
Skanska is building a new residence hall, designed by Soderstrom Architects, at the University of Portland.
Photos: University of Portland rec center completed
Students and faculty returning to the University of Portland campus this fall will have a new facility in which to stay in shape. The Beauchamp Recreation & Wellness Center is […]
University of Portland plans new dormitory
The new 108,000-square-foot building, which will house about 270 students, will be built by Skanska and designed by Soderstrom Architects.
University receives $100,000 for project
Television executive Dick Ebersol has presented the University of Portland with a $100,000 donation to be used to help finish construction of the Beauchamp Wellness Center on the private university鈥檚 Portland campus.
Photos: university rec center taking shape
A new student recreation center is being erected by Skanska USA Building at the University of Portland.
Photos: University fitness center project under way
Skanska USA Building began work in late spring on the Beauchamp Recreation and Wellness Center at the University of Portland, a $23 million fitness center designed by the San Francisco […]
Contractors are bringing down the noise
Contractors in Portland are finding ways to reduce their noise impact on surrounding residents and businesses.
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
