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Portland design review reform debated amid housing crisis
Design commissioners on Thursday pushed back on any blame given to design review for a slowdown in multifamily development as the city studies the process.
Portland councilors push major design review reform
The Portland City Council is preparing to consider a resolution that could led to design review process changes and a possible temporary exemption to accelerate housing construction.
U.S. metro areas seeing more transit-oriented housing projects
Cities nationwide are expanding development of transit-oriented housing to boost affordability, reduce vehicle use, and meet growing demand for walkable, mixed-income communities.
Partner sought for Walnut Park redevelopment in Portland
Multnomah County will issue an RFP for a developer to create at the Walnut Park Complex site a hub for housing, services, and community healing in Northeast Portland.
Multifamily project architects speak from experience
Portland architects shared recently how streamlined design, permitting changes, and policy shifts are helping push projects into development.
Jenkins named president of Ankrom Moisan Architects
Murray Jenkins will step into his new role for the Portland-based firm beginning July 1, with a focus on design innovation, sustainability, and AI integration.
Otak Inc.
Otak marks 45 years of growth in architecture, engineering, and sustainable design, empowering communities through innovation and mentorship.
Education fueling fight with temperature disparities
Some residents are learning why their neighborhoods are hotter than others nearby and how they can respond.
Blog: Planning and the pandemic
The last month or two has been a unique time in modern world history, and its full impact is yet to be felt 鈥� especially in our cities. When the […]
Blog: A climate-smart and just urban transition
The solutions to the two biggest planning challenges of our time are intertwined. Climate change and affordability seem to be separate issues, but there are planning and urban design approaches […]
Blog: Changes coming to traditional neighborhoods
As mentioned in my previous post, the planning profession in the mid-20th century was not aware of some of the negative consequences of its zoning practices. Single-family housing was assumed […]
Blog: Parking and the climate crisis
One of the most controversial consequences of Portland’s growth and subsequent redevelopment of many inner-city neighborhoods over the last 10 years has been the impact on parking. This is a […]
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
