As real estate developers, it’s easy to think about the physical, tangible elements that go into building a neighborhood or community. We do it every day. Street Design? Check. Infrastructure? Check. Engineering? Check. Geotechnical testing? Check. But what about the intangible things that encourage social interaction among neighbors and, you know, build community. There are [...]| BrooksResources.com
New to the area with a growing appreciation for this community, it’s been eye-opening for me to learn about the people who’ve helped shape Bend into what it is today. One of those people is Mike Hollern, chairman of the Brooks Resources Corporation board of directors, and a visionary whose leadership and long-standing commitment to [...] The post Mike Hollern Shares His List of 10 Bend Favorites appeared first on BrooksResources.com.| BrooksResources.com
In May 2025, a spirited crew of women came together to raise the walls of new homes in Bend’s Daly Estates neighborhood. It was all part of Women Build Week, a Habitat for Humanity initiative that supports affordable housing while shining a spotlight on the essential role women play in building stronger communities. We assembled [...] The post Raising Walls, Building Futures: Women’s Build Week in Bend appeared first on BrooksResources.com.| BrooksResources.com
As Black Butte Ranch celebrates its 55th anniversary, summer is the perfect time to reflect on its origin as Brooks’ first project in Central Oregon, its evolution, and its enduring legacy. Here’s a look at how it came to be. In the 1960s, Brooks-Scanlon managers decided to expand the company operations from the timber business [...]| BrooksResources.com
Valerie Yost, our Director of Marketing, recently spoke at the ULI Northwest Transformative Projects event in Portland. The event brought together industry leaders to share visionary projects that are redefining communities. Valerie’s presentation focused on Discovery Corner, one of seven standout projects featured in the event. Notably, Discovery Corner is the only project selected from [...] The post Valerie Yost Presents at ULI Northwest Transformative Projects Event in Portland appeared...| BrooksResources.com
In honor of Women’s History Month, Brooks Resources is proud to highlight Discovery West, our women-centric neighborhood development. As part of this initiative, we have named the streets within the community after inspiring Women of Discovery—trailblazers who have made significant contributions across fields such as science, medicine, astronomy, exploration, and beyond. Their remarkable achievements continue [...] The post Brooks Resources Celebrates Women’s History Month with Discover...| BrooksResources.com
Christi Haynes, our new Contributions Administrator, has been with Brooks Resources since 1999. She has been instrumental to the success of the award-winning NorthWest Crossing community since its inception, assisting residents and tenants, and managing the Architectural Review Committee. She is now the Builder Relations Manager for all Brooks Resources projects, including the company’s newest [...] The post Brooks Resources’ New Contributions Administrator: Christi Haynes appeared first ...| BrooksResources.com
We could not be more pleased or proud that our own Mike and Sue Hollern have been named Oregon Historical Society (OHS) 2025 “Oregon History Makers,” along with Tony Hopson, Sr., Pat Reser, and Jordan Schnitzer. They will be honored on October 5 at OHS’s annual gala. Those honored were selected for their many contributions [...] The post Mike and Sue Hollern Honored by Oregon Historical Society Named 2025 “Oregon History Makers” appeared first on BrooksResources.com.| BrooksResources.com
Congratulations and a heartfelt thank you to Barb Hess, who is retiring from Brooks Resources after 42 years! She has been a highly valued member of our team, and while we are happy for her, we are all sad to see her go. Her office is right at the top of the stairs at our [...] The post Thanking Longtime Brooks Employee, Barb Hess, For Her Years of Dedication! appeared first on BrooksResources.com.| BrooksResources.com
One of the newest sculptures in Bend’s public art collection was recently placed at the roundabout located at Colorado Avenue and Columbia Street. Created by Albuquerque artist Karen Yank, the piece, named “Crossroads,” is crafted from Corten and stainless steel. Yank said that her piece was designed to honor the visionary individuals who transformed Bend [...]| BrooksResources.com
Alex Helm, Taylor Brooks Taylor Brooks announced today that it has expanded its team with the addition of a new Development Manager position, and the hiring of Alex Helm. Helm brings several years of experience in the real estate development industry, including roles in project management at Pahlisch Commercial and O’Brien & Company. Prior to [...]| BrooksResources.com
The Bend Foundation was the 2024 honoree spotlighted by the High Desert Museum at the High Desert Rendezvous, which raised a record $630,000! Brooks’ Chairman and Trustee of the Bend Foundation, Mike Hollern, spoke at the August 24 event and accepted the honor. The 35th annual High Desert Rendezvous is one of Central Oregon’s longest-running [...]| BrooksResources.com
As real estate developers and long-time members of the Central Oregon community, we are committed to crafting vibrant, sustainable neighborhoods that stand the test of time. Through our vast portfolio of projects, we strive to build thoughtful, community-centric neighborhoods. At Brooks Resources, we consider the crown jewel of our many development projects to be NorthWest [...]| BrooksResources.com
Our beloved Chairman, Mike Hollern, received the inaugural Soul of Central Oregon Award from Oregon Media on July 17. The honor was awarded to him at Oregon Media headquarters in Bend. Launched to commemorate 9 years of Bend Magazine and 15 years of Oregon Media, the award recognizes the people who embody the heart and [...]| BrooksResources.com