Four Projects Recognized at 2026 DJC OR Top Project Awards
June, 2026
A combination of public work and affordable housing design earned 2026 Top Project awards from the Daily Journal of Commerce (DJC) Oregon. At their annual awards event, the City of Bend Public Works Campus, Astoria Public Library, Amity Orchards housing, and Albina Library were among the impactful projects highlighted from across the Pacific Northwest.
Taking into consideration factors such as innovative techniques, sustainable features, and community impact, the DJC Top Project Awards aim to honor each year’s best additions to the region’s built environment. In addition to awards, the DJC provides comprehensive resources and news to help grow the AEC industry. Events throughout the year not only aim highlight important work but also forge relationships between business and the community.
More information about this year’s Top Projects, adding to our list of award-winning work, can be found below.
About Amity Orchards
Adding 164 affordable housing units to Beaverton, Oregon, Amity Orchards consists of three multi-family buildings where a multigenerational community is already taking shape. The development is part of broader plans for growth of the South Cooper Mountain area.
Take a closer look at the sustainable and community-focused design that led to achieving universal design goals and Earth Advantage Gold certification.
About Albina Library
As part of a $387 million bond program, Albina Library was the largest library to open in Portland, Oregon in more than 100 years. The facility added more than 22,000 square feet of space while preserving and seismically upgrading the historic Carnegie Building.
Take a closer look at all the complete capital bond program that improved facilities for communities across the county.
About Astoria Public Library
The full renovation of Astoria Public Library made significant improvements to technology, accessibility, building systems, and seismic resilience. Storing historic records, including artifacts from the Lewis and Clark expedition, the facility added space for this purpose as well as for broader community use.
Take a closer look at how a bond program and construction manager/general contractor (CMGC) delivery method made the historic re-opening possible.
About the City of Bend Public Works Campus
Across 35 acres, the City of Bend Public Works Campus added a variety of new facilities to improve city operations while aiming for net zero emissions. Three primary buildings total more than 120,000 square feet of new space for employees and fleet maintenance. Solar panels installed on roofs across the campus are part of its goals for net zero emissions.
Take a closer look at how a progressive design-build (PDB) process was used to bring multiple departments together for better collaboration.