The Design Trail: Mt. Angel & Silverton

AFO’s second-annual Design Trail is exploring architectural gems in the Silverton and Mt. Angel region.

Don’t miss this opportunity to join other design enthusiasts as we hear from the architects, owners, and stewards of residential and recreational structures and spaces that pepper the area. Tour stops include well-known and tucked away designs with the unique opportunity to hear from experts behind them.

“I was super impressed at every factor – in terms of locations/venues chosen, the architects and developers who led them, and the amount of in-depth insight into the design and development process.” -2025 Design Trail attendee 

Itinerary

• Montagne House with Paul McKean, architect and 2005 VEB Fellow
• Mt. Angel Abbey: Aalto Library and Guest House with Virginia Cartwright, Associate Professor Emerita of Architecture at the University of Oregon, and Cornell Anderson, Principal at Fieldwork
• Lunch on your own at the Den food carts in Silverton
• Oregon Garden with masterplan contributor Carol Mayer-Reed
• The Gordon House by Frank Lloyd Wright
• Optional walking tour of Silverton
• Dinner at Oso Silverton, hosted by Don Tankersley & Co.

Details

• Early bird pricing is $175 for AFO members and $200 for non-members. On September 14, the cost will increase to $200 for AFO members and $225 for non-members. Not a member yet? Join now!
• The deadline to register is October 1, 2026. We have limited spots available – book ASAP to reserve your place!
• Guests will provide their own transportation. AFO will provide detailed information about the tour stop locations and accessibility. AFO can assist in arranging carpooling for those interested.
• Dinner and light refreshments are included. Guests will be on their own for lunch, and we encourage folks to gather at the Den food carts in Silverton.
• We can accommodate up to 20 people on the tour.
• Should you choose to stay overnight, accommodations are to be reserved by attendees. We have a discounted rate for our guests at the Silverton Inn & Suites and encourage attendees to stay there. Details will be sent after registration.

The Design Trail: Mt. Angel & Silverton

Saturday, October 24
Locations across Mt. Angel & Silverton

Register Now

AFO Members – $200 (Early bird pricing – $175 until September 14)
Non-AFO Members – $225 (Early bird pricing – $200 until September 14)

Proceeds from this tour help fund AFO’s impactful mission and educational programs like Architects in Schools, Formation Mentorship, and Scholarships.