Highlighting Impactful Architecture and Design
AFO’s Inspired community event series brings people together to experience and discuss the intersection of community and architecture. Offered 3-4 times per year, these events dive into a range of subjects, feature influential design projects, highlight local nonprofits and community organizations, and touch on the architectural challenges that face Oregon and beyond.
We invite you to come join the conversation!
Our Inspired community event series is open to the public and offered free of charge to AFO members. Check out the event schedule below, and become a member or renew today!
2026 Inspired Event Series
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Saturday Design Studio 2026 Hosted by Architectural Foundation of San Francisco (AFSF) Curious about architecture & design? Want a broader understanding of the architectural profession? Ready for a deep dive into … Continue reading "AFSF – Saturday Design Studio 2026" |
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Engineering Careers for a Sustainable Future Networking Event Hosted by Energy Trust of Oregon New Buildings Register now to join us on April 30 at Revolution Hall for an engaging … Continue reading "Engineering Careers for a Sustainable Future Networking Event" |
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The Blueprint Foundation Grounding Waters Mentorship Hosted by the blueprint foundation Grounding Waters is a hands-on, nature-based mentorship program for Black and BIPOC youth (grades 6–12) that connects environmental stewardship, culture, … Continue reading "The Blueprint Foundation Grounding Waters Mentorship"
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You are invited to an event celebrating the hard work of our 2025-26 Architects in Schools students in Central Oregon! This is our culminating event of the season, where participating … Continue reading "Architects in Schools Exhibit – Bend" |
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2026 Oregon STEM Week Hosted by Oregon STEM Join us in a statewide celebration of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) activities. We invite you to use one of our … Continue reading "2026 Oregon STEM Week" |
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You are invited to a First Thursday event celebrating the hard work of our 2025-26 Architects in Schools students in the Portland Metro area! This is our culminating event of … Continue reading "Architects in Schools Exhibit – Downtown Portland" |
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The Construction Industry Education Foundation 2026 Oregon Design Build Competition Organized by The Construction Industry Education Foundation Wednesday, May 13, 2026 8:00 AM - Thursday, May 14, 2026 4:00 PM PST … Continue reading "The Construction Industry Education Foundation 2026 Oregon Design Build Competition" |
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Oregon Tradeswomen's Career Fair Hosted by Oregon Tradeswomen Introduce your students to high-wage, high-skilled careers in the trades and debt-free career education at Oregon Tradeswomen's Career Fair on Friday, May … Continue reading "Oregon Tradeswomen’s Career Fair 2026 – School day" 
Oregon Tradeswomen's Career Fair Hosted by Oregon Tradeswomen Oregon Tradeswomen's 2026 Career Fair Oregon Tradeswomen’s Career Fair is a FREE, interactive, trades-focused career event highlighting apprenticeship and debt-free training options … Continue reading "Oregon Tradeswomen’s Career Fair 2026 – Public day" |
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ELSO's Studio Justice Youth Design Forum Hosted by ELSO's Studio Justice Program The Studio Justice Youth Design Forum is ELSO’s annual design forum for Portland’s youth to explore and learn … Continue reading "ELSO’s Studio Justice Youth Design Forum 2026"
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You are invited to an event celebrating the hard work of our 2025-26 Architects in Schools students in the Portland Metro area! This is our culminating event of the season, … Continue reading "Architects in Schools Exhibit – OMSI" |
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You are invited to an event celebrating the hard work of our 2025-26 Architects in Schools students in the Portland Metro area! This is our culminating event of the season, … Continue reading "Architects in Schools Exhibit – Opsis Architecture" |
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A4LE 2026 Scholarship Organized by A4LE 2026 Scholarship Award The Oregon / SW Washington Chapter Scholarship is a needs and merit-based scholarship program designed for students who seek financial support … Continue reading "A4LE 2026 Scholarship – $5,000" |
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Join us for a lively evening to celebrate our flagship Architects in Schools program and spark creativity among intergenerational designers! Enjoy elevated hors d'oeuvres, signature beverages, and community as you … Continue reading "Creative Spark: An Architects in Schools Celebration & Design Competition" |
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NOMA PDX - 2026 Architecture Summer Camp Hosted by NOMA PDX Empowering young people to affect change in their community through design. June 25-27 at Portland Community College Cascade Campus … Continue reading "NOMA PDX – Architecture Summer Camp Registration Deadline" |
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You are invited to an event celebrating the hard work of our 2025-26 Architects in Schools students in the Salem area! This is our culminating event of the season, where … Continue reading "Architects in Schools Exhibit – Gordon House" |
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Architecture at Zero - Design Competition 2026 Organized by Architecture at Zero Architecture at Zero is a design competition for decarbonization, equity, and resilience, open to students and professionals worldwide. … Continue reading "Architecture at Zero – Design Competition 2026" 
Architecture at Zero Design competition 2026 Organized by Architecture at Zero Overview of submission requirements: The Architecture at Zero 2026 competition asks entrants to develop an architectural design solution to … Continue reading "Architecture at Zero Design competition 2026" |
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Hosted by AFO and AIA Oregon, the Design Advocacy Outreach Group (DAO-G) meets quarterly with the mission of increasing student access to architecture, engineering, construction, and design (AECD) fields in … Continue reading "Design Advocacy Outreach Group (DAO-G)" |
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You are invited to an event celebrating the hard work of our 2025-26 Architects in Schools students in the Eugene area! This is our culminating event of the season, where … Continue reading "Architects in Schools Exhibit – Eugene" |
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Architects in Schools Exhibit – Downtown Portland
You are invited to a First Thursday event celebrating the hard work of our 2025-26 Architects in Schools students in the Portland Metro area! This is our culminating event of … Continue reading "Architects in Schools Exhibit – Downtown Portland"
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Architects in Schools Exhibit – OMSI
OMSI 1945 SE Water Ave, Portland, OregonYou are invited to an event celebrating the hard work of our 2025-26 Architects in Schools students in the Portland Metro area! This is our culminating event of the season, … Continue reading "Architects in Schools Exhibit – OMSI"
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Architects in Schools Exhibit – Opsis Architecture
Opsis Architecture 975 SE Main St, Portland, ORYou are invited to an event celebrating the hard work of our 2025-26 Architects in Schools students in the Portland Metro area! This is our culminating event of the season, … Continue reading "Architects in Schools Exhibit – Opsis Architecture"
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Architects in Schools Exhibit – Gordon House
Gordon House 869 W Main St, Silverton, OR, United StatesYou are invited to an event celebrating the hard work of our 2025-26 Architects in Schools students in the Salem area! This is our culminating event of the season, where … Continue reading "Architects in Schools Exhibit – Gordon House"
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Design Advocacy Outreach Group (DAO-G)
Hosted by AFO and AIA Oregon, the Design Advocacy Outreach Group (DAO-G) meets quarterly with the mission of increasing student access to architecture, engineering, construction, and design (AECD) fields in … Continue reading "Design Advocacy Outreach Group (DAO-G)"
Member Spotlight
“I particularly love the educational aspect of AFO. The hosted events throughout the year coupled with outreach helps bring together and expose those who create built environments and those who benefit from those environments.” Join AFO today