County courthouse named Project of the Year by 91ÊÓÆµ
The Daily Journal of Commerce on Thursday evening saluted Top Projects award winners during its 25th annual event at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland.
Building Blocks: The Loft
Construction crews are building The Loft, a community space and headquarters for Ukandu in Portland's Lair Hill neighborhood.
Portland’s Standard Plaza begins major renovation
Standard Plaza in Portland is undergoing a multi-phase renovation, with upgrades to workspaces, lobbies and courtyards through 2026.
Ed Sloop
Ed Sloop, a 30-year industry veteran, is named Walsh Construction’s Director of Innovation, known for sustainable solutions and mission-driven leadership.
91ÊÓÆµ Power List 2023
Each year, the 91ÊÓÆµ editorial staff compiles a list of the contractors, engineers and architects that are shaping skylines and redefining the industry through their outstanding work. This year's Power Lists features 20 companies that are leading the AEC industry into 2023 (in no particular order).
PAE Living Building aiming to live up to its name
The innovative structure, now in its first year of operations, is on track to gain certification thanks to some key systems.
New life for a bit of Old Town Chinatown
The Starlight, with 100 affordable housing units and more, is rising where a dilapidated building was demolished.
Metro-area affordable housing project under way
Crews have broken ground on Terrace Glen Apartments, a 144-unit complex, in Washington County.
Residential building on the rise in Pearl District
Crews are continuing to construct a 16-story, 237-unit senior living facility that will include substantial amenities.
The PAE Living Building: lessons learned
Lead team members from PAE Engineers, Edlen & Co., ZGF Architects and Walsh Construction gathered recently to discuss the project.
Northeast Portland mixed-use campus in the works
New construction for Grace Commons will include a seven-story affordable housing building, a three-story community arts center and a courtyard. The design phase is under way.
‘It’s challenging … but it’s compelling’
Construction crews are working to deliver more affordable housing units to Portland's South Waterfront District.
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 — 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


















