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We’re excited to share that our Cedar Hills Apartment project is preparing to break ground, transforming an underused parking area into a vibrant transit-oriented residential community in Beaverton. At 369 units, the mixed-use development represents one of the region’s most significant multifamily projects to move into construction in recent years.

The three four- and five-story buildings balance density with livability, offering homes that range from studios to three-bedroom residences between 483 and 1,528 SF. Ground-floor retail and a thoughtfully curated mix of shared amenities help create an active and connected community experience.

Designed to support modern living, the transit-oriented development emphasizes wellness, flexibility, and social connection. Amenities include indoor and outdoor fitness areas, a full spa with an outdoor sauna and cold plunge, a residents-only speakeasy and sports bar, a community greenhouse, a sports simulator, and coworking spaces with conference rooms.

Construction is expected to begin soon, with completion anticipated in summer 2027.

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Lincoln 25 Apartments is featured in Business Design + Construction Magazine!

Located in Lincoln City, this new affordable housing community delivers 107 homes across eight garden-style buildings, with a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom flats and townhomes that help provide long-term housing opportunities on the Oregon coast. Serving households earning at or below 30% and 60% of the Area Median Income, the development provides much-needed housing options for local residents and families.

Set on a challenging coastal site with approximately 70 feet of elevation change, Lincoln 25 Apartments creates opportunities for residents to enjoy ocean views while also overlooking a nearby park and wildlife area. The shared outdoor spaces, pedestrian pathways, and community-focused amenities further enhance the resident experience.

Read the entire article in full here.

LRS Architects is excited to celebrate the groundbreaking of three new affordable housing communities across Central Oregon—Wickiup Station Apartments in La Pine, Nine Peaks in Bend, and Trinity Place in Sisters. LRS provided architecture and interior design services, land use planning, and related services for all three projects, each of which is designed to meet rigorous sustainable design certification standards.

“All three of these projects have an important role to play in addressing an urgent housing crisis that impacts all of Central Oregon, and has a ripple effect across the state,” said LRS President Trish Nixon, a Managing Principal and Multifamily Housing Leader.

Wickiup Station Apartments

Wickiup station apartments is a three-story, 39-unit complex designed for households earning 30-60% of the area’s median income, with 10 units dedicated to veterans. The affordable housing complex is designed for universal accessibility and features enclosed breezeways designed for year-round comfort. The building’s modern butterfly roof supports an 85-kilowatt photovoltaic array, and its high-performance envelope is designed to achieve Earth Advantage Platinum certification. Amenities such as a community room, game rooms, fitness area, playground, gardens, and a mountain-view deck foster a welcoming, connected living experience.

Nine Peaks

Nine Peaks is a three-story, 45-unit garden-style community offering one-, two-, and three-bedroom homes on Bend’s northeast side, with upper floors capturing views of the nine peaks that inspired its name. Blending gable and half-butterfly rooflines, the design incorporates enclosed breezeways for protection from Central Oregon’s climate and includes high-efficiency mini-splits in every unit. The building has also been designed to meet Earth Advantage Platinum Certification, including future solar panel installation on the roof.

Trinity Place

Trinity Place will deliver 40 affordable garden-style homes for essential workers, agricultural and forestry professionals, and local families in Sisters. Focused on fire resilience and long-term durability, the project uses fire-resistant materials and defensible-space landscaping. The design maintains the site’s mature ponderosa pines and emphasizes water and energy efficiency, indoor environmental quality, and sustainable material use. A National Green Building Standard (NGBS) certification will be applied for due to these green building strategies.

“Our goal is to design high-quality, affordable housing that can withstand the climate and the high desert, and we always put resident comfort first,” said Matt Dreska, Senior Associate. “These projects can have a huge impact on the livability of La Pine, Sisters, and Bend.”

Check out the article in Cascade Business News at this link and in Building Enclosure Magazine here.

Last month, LRS was thrilled to join our clients, collaborators, and neighbors in Bend to celebrate the grand opening of Central Oregon’s very first Burgerville restaurant! Our team provided design and permitting services to refresh the exterior of a 2,268 SF former taco restaurant, breathing new life into a dated building and gently transforming it to match Burgerville’s bright, distinctive branding. With an expedited construction timeline, this project required broad trust across the team to make decisive decisions and keep the schedule on pace for a summer grand opening.

Congratulations to our clients at Burgerville, and a big thanks to our partners at Compass Commercial Construction. This project has already sparked a flurry of activity at the prominent corner of SE 3^rd and Wilson, drawing in major pedestrian, bicycle, and drive-through foot traffic.

“People have been asking for Burgerville to come to Bend for years, and we’re excited to be joining the community. While many in Bend may already know the brand, we’re thrilled to bring the Burgerville experience to them firsthand—with high-quality and seasonal menu options, a welcoming atmosphere, and a deep connection to local suppliers and sustainability.” – Ed Casey, CEO, Burgerville

Happy eating, Bend! Check out the local news coverage at Central Oregon Daily  News, the Bend Bulletin, and KTVZ.

This week, LRS joined Washington County, Metro, and our clients at CPAH to celebrate the groundbreaking of Woodland Hearth, a new affordable housing project in Tigard. In a neighborhood that is growing fast and has experienced significant rent increases, Woodland Hearth aims to serve families and households with dedicated units for those earning at the 30%, 50%, and 60% AMI thresholds.

“Positive change requires dedication, collaboration, and consistency, and that is exactly what we’re seeing yet again with another affordable housing property breaking ground in our community,” said Washington County Chair Kathryn Harrington. “The Metro Affordable Housing Bond has been a powerful tool in housing residents in need, and with homeownership out of reach for so many, affordable rent is vital. Places like Woodland Hearth, will provide opportunities for our families to prosper.”

Read the full press release from Washington County at this link, and stay tuned for news as this exciting project takes shape.

Two historic structures at the Oregon State Fairgrounds in Salem have a new lease on life after receiving much-needed preservation and exterior renovation work. This week, the Statesman Journal highlighted LRS’ work on The Horse Stadium and Poultry Buildings, both over 100 years old and listed together on the National Register of Historic Places. To restore the beauty and integrity of these well-loved buildings, LRS collaborated closely with the client and a team of historic experts to address and replace the most critical systems while honoring their history.

“The outcome is beautiful. We’ve begun to preserve the character of these beautiful historic buildings, and we hope to be able to finish.”

-Kim Grewe-Powell, chief executive officer of the Oregon State Fair and Exposition Center

Check out the full article in Statesman Journal at this link (non-subscribers offered 1 free article viewing).

LRS is always thrilled to welcome more businesses as our neighbors in downtown Portland! This week, our clients at OnPoint Community Credit Union announced their expansion in the heart of the city, just blocks away from Pioneer Courthouse Square. We are very excited to be working with OnPoint on the tenant improvement for their new space, which will feature a 2^nd-floor office space dedicated to commercial, nonprofit, and small business banking teams over a welcoming ground floor retail banking space inspired by the iconic architecture of the Union Bank Building.

“Downtown Portland is the hub of our culture and our community, and we really feel that our members and the community want more downtown presence. We’re just really pleased to be part of the success to revitalize what is such an important cultural hub of our community in Oregon and southwest Washington.” – OnPoint Chief Commercial Officer Bob Harding

As long-time occupants of downtown Portland ourselves, the LRS team truly values the opportunity to contribute to the revitalization of the city. We look forward to being able to share more about this project as it progresses! Subscribers to the Portland Business Journal can check out the article and press release from OnPoint at this link.

LRS is very excited to share a first look at Wickiup Station, one of our newest affordable housing projects in Central Oregon! Located in La Pine, this project will provide 39 affordable homes with a mix of 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom units to support a variety of families and individuals in the 30-60% AMI range. Of these units, 10 will be reserved specifically for veterans. The design aims to cultivate a sense of community for residents, with amenities including a playground, raised bed gardens, shared outdoor deck space, and a community and game room.

Resilience and sustainability in the high desert climate are top priorities in the design. La Pine experiences an annual snowfall between 70-90 inches and temperatures between 24-35 degrees in the winter, and 40-90+ degrees in the summer. The building is designed with a super insulated and ventilated cold attic roof to reduce ice damming in the winter. The design also reduces heat buildup in the attic during the summer and reduces the energy required for cooling during the summer months. Wickiup Station is on track to earn Earth Advantage certification.

“We’re excited to embark on this important endeavor to provide affordable housing for the residents of La Pine,” said Darrin Willard, CEO of Foundation for Affordable Housing. “This development brings to life our vision of addressing the housing needs of the community, while providing supportive services that will enhance the lives of our residents.”

We are thrilled to be working on this incredibly meaningful project with the Foundation for Affordable Housing and SunWest Builders. Check out Foundation for Affordable Housing’s full press release in Cascade Business News at this link.

We are thrilled to share that our longtime clients at New Seasons Market have announced a grand opening celebration for their newest location at Tanasbourne Town Center in Hillsboro! The new, 27,000 SF grocery store incorporates New Seasons’ strong branding and beautiful custom murals by local artist Lisa Congdon. The grand opening will take place on April 9 with a bread-breaking ceremony, live art and music, and local vendor samplings. We’ll see you there!

“Our team has worked tirelessly to create a one-of-a-kind shopping experience that embodies our commitment to local, quality and sustainability. We look forward to welcoming our Washington County neighbors and serving as a trusted resource where everyone can find the freshest, most delicious local products!” – Store Manager Travis Bertsch

Check out the full article on Progressive Grocer at this link for location and grand opening celebration information. LRS has designed numerous new and renovated grocery stores for New Seasons, including the Palisades, University Park, Mercer Island, and Woodstock locations.

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LRS is thrilled to share that our newest retail and hospitality project is now open in Portland! This month, cider and beer taphouse Lone Wolf Watering Hole wrapped up construction and celebrated a grand opening in Portland’s South Waterfront.

This tenant improvement features tall, exposed ceilings and ample daylight, with interiors that strive to create a cozy, colorful, home-like environment. The design features bar and lounge seating, lush ferns and indoor plants, and an expansive, hand-painted mural by artist Skye Walker.

Lone Wolf was featured in Brewpublic – check out their article at this link to learn more and plan your visit!