Architecture Foundation of Oregon

Architects in Schools Design Challenge 2020
2020-03-17 - 2020-09-30
Students and families, it is time to put your design skills to the test, all from the comfort of your home! Using ordinary household items, complete a design challenge and post a picture of your creation to social media.

In a time of uncertainty and hardship, this is a fun opportunity for us to inspire each other with a little design and creativity!

How to Participate:

Go to bit.ly/aisdesignchallenge2020
Choose a design challenge (or two, or three!)
Post a picture of your creation to social media – we like process pictures too!
Tag AFO and hashtag Architects in Schools

Facebook: @aforegon
Instagram: @architecture_or
#aisdesignchallenge #architectsinschools

Ready… Set… BUILD!!

Find more at-home architecture and design lessons here.

Hip Hop Architecture Camp
2020-08-01 09:00 - 2020-08-11 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Official 2019 Portland Hip Hop Architecture Camp Music Video

In partnership with the Hip Hop Architect and Founder, Michael Ford, the Hip Hop Architecture Camp is a one week intensive experience, designed to introduce underrepresented youth to architecture, urban planning, creative place making and economic development through the lens of hip hop culture. The Camp is based on the “4C’s” which are Creativity, Collaboration, Communication and Critical Thinking.
Camp participants are paired with architects, urban planners, designers, community activists and hip hop artists to create unique visions for their communities which include the creation of physical models, digital models and the creation of a Hip Hop Architecture track and music video summarizing their designs.
COVID-19 has changed the way we work in architecture and it has changed the way we connect with the next generation of architects and designers! Because of this The Hip Hop Architecture Camp is moving to a digital experience this year from August 1-11, 2020.
Who should apply for The Hip Hop Architecture Camp?
The Hip Hop Architecture Camp is open to middle school and high school students. Because of the overwhelming interest in the camp, participants must apply for the limited spaces available in each city. There is no typical student for The Hip Hop Architecture Camp. Our students are inspiring architects, urban planners hip hop artists, musicians, computer game creators, interior designers, industrial designers, politicians and more! Apply by Thursday, July 23 to participate!
2020 Virtual Hip Hop Architecture Camp Schedule
Saturday, August 1 (9-11am PST) – Camp Kick Off
Sunday, August 2 – No Session
Monday, August 3 (9-11am PST) – Hip Hop Architecture Overview (with surprise special guests)
Tuesday, August 4 (9-11am PST) – Hip Hop Architecture Design Day
Wednesday, August 5 (9-11am PST) – Product Design Overview (with Nike)
Thursday, August 6 (9-11am PST) – Product Design Day
Friday, August 7 (9-11am PST) – Create a Rap Day (with surprise Hip Hop artists)
Saturday, August 8 (9-11am PST) – Create a Rap Day (with surprise Hip Hop artists)
Sunday, August 9 – No Session
Monday, August 10 – No Session
Tuesday, August 11 (9-11am PST) – Celebration Day: 47th Anniversary of Hip Hop (with surprise guests)
On August 1, “International Hip Hop Architecture Day” we will kick off our program serving 1500 middle and high school students in a virtual camp experience which includes Architecture, Urban Planning, Fashion, and Music challenges. Our online camp includes appearances by special guests including high profile hip hop artists, athletes, architects, and fashion designers.
Our camp will conclude on August 11, 2020, The 47th Anniversary of Hip Hop with a celebration of all camp participants, sponsors, staff, and volunteers. The top twenty portfolios from participants will win special prizes including 3D Printers, Chromebooks, apparel and most importantly an invitation to participate in the paid, second phase of the virtual camp during 2020 Christmas break.
APPLY NOW
Apply by Thursday, July 23. If you are located in Oregon, please list the Architecture Foundation of Oregon as your affiliation when you apply so we can connect you with local programs and resources.

2020 Sponsor

Sustaining Sponsor

Supporting Sponsors

Van Evera Bailey Fellowship - Prepare Your Proposal
2020-09-10 12:00 - 13:00
Join us for a virtual info session and panel discussion on Thursday, September 10, 12-1pm, focusing on the Van Evera Bailey Fellowship. Learn more about this fantastic opportunity for career development and how to prepare your proposal for submission. The Fellowship is currently open for submission through October 18th, 2020.
The discussion will include:

Advice and inspiration from past VEB Fellows
Transparency on the selection process from members of the Selection Committee
Information on the new application software from AFO staff

Register Now!

2020 Honored Citizen
2020-10-28 16:30 - 18:00
Architects in Schools teachers, students and volunteers across Oregon
Join us in a tribute to Oregon Teachers, the Architecture Foundation of Oregon’s 2020 Honored Citizens.
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
4:30-6:00pm
Access the Virtual Program: bit.ly/afo-youtube
Silent Auction: www.32auctions.com/AFO2020
Bid by 5:30 PM on October 28, and then join us on Facebook live at 6 PM as we announce our winners.
Event Program and Agenda

Each year, teachers across Oregon help us deliver our Architects in Schools program to over 5,400 elementary school students. Together with volunteer design and building professionals, they are AFO’s first responders and we couldn’t bring the power of design to Oregon kids without them!

Join us this October 28 to catch up with AFO, starting with a cocktail demo and musical performance. Then enjoy a program that will include a celebration of Oregon teachers and an inspiring presentation from the founders of KairosPDX – an education nonprofit focused on transforming education through a model built on love and inclusion that elevates the voices of historically underserved children, their families and their communities.

While we understand that there is nothing quite like the sense of community that comes from our in-person event, we hope you’ll join us this year for a program that is short, succinct, fun and maybe even a little surprising!

What to expect:

Inspiration from the three founders of KairosPDX, Marsha Williams, Zalika Gardner & Kali Ladd

Cocktail demo with Joe Kim of 5Fusion in Bend. If you’re not drooling yet, take a look at the 5Fusion gallery.

Performance by local artist Emmanuel Henreid (aka Onry). Watch a sneak preview here – you will get chills!

Silent Auction featuring a Sunriver getaway & much more!

Brief highlights from teachers around Oregon.

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Thank you to our 2020 Sponsors

Hear from our Van Evera Bailey Fellows
2021-01-25 12:30 - 13:30
From left to right, 2020 Fellow Todd Lawson, 2019 Fellow Jackie Santa Lucia & 2019 Fellow Harley Cowan
You’re invited to AFO’s Winter Member Event to celebrate AFO’s latest Van Evera Bailey Fellow and hear from last year’s fellows about their projects!
Please join us at this virtual event as we:

Introduce Todd Lawson, our 2020 Van Evera Bailey Fellow
Hear from last year’s Fellows, Jackie Santa Lucia and Harley Cowan
“Mingle” with AFO members
Enjoy some lunch – prepared by you or one of our local businesses!

Free and open to all.
The event will be closed captioned.

Join the Zoom meeting at 12:30 PM, January 25
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85039522813?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 850 3952 2813
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Learn more about the Van Evera Bailey Fellowship.

Hatfield Architectural Award Info Session
2021-02-19 12:00 - 13:00
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO 2/19 DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER

Are you an architecture student attending University of Oregon or Portland State University? Are you thinking of applying for the $4,000 Hatfield Architectural Award from the Architecture Foundation of Oregon?
Please join us for a virtual information session on Friday, February 19th at 12 PM to learn more about applying for the scholarship. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and hear about what makes a successful application!
The award is currently open for applications through March 12.
The event will be closed captioned.
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Hatfield Award Eligibility

Undergraduate or graduate student currently enrolled in University of Oregon or Portland State University architecture program – including students graduating in 2021
Commitment to community service outside of school and relative to applicant’s community
Demonstrated ability for quality architectural design

Application Deadline EXTENDED: March 12, 2021

Learn more and apply

Architects in Schools Spring Break Camp
2021-03-01 - 2021-04-30
Design a Future City!
In July of 2020, AFO hosted the first-ever virtual Architects in Schools Summer Camp. During this week-long camp, over 470 students from across the U.S. and beyond dove into the world of architecture and urban planning to design their own future city.
We are excited to publicly release the camp content again for you this Spring Break, 2021! Camp material is recommended for youth ages 8-12.
Each day of five-day-long camp, students work through a lesson, watch a video with Alison the architect, and complete a design activity or two. We recommend students work through the content day by day and in order. Everything is self-paced, so students can take as much time as they want to work through the materials.
All camp material will remain available for March and April, 2021.
Access the camp content here and get started on designing your future city!

AFO Spring Event - Introducing NOMA PDX
2021-04-27 12:00 - 13:00
You’re invited to a special lunchtime event to learn more about NOMA PDX – the National Organization of Minority Architects Portland Chapter.

The mission of NOMA PDX is to empower local creatives, amplify underrepresented experiences within the design community, and advocate for social justice, equity, and equality through design achievement, community engagement, and professional development.

Please join us on Tuesday, April 27 at noon as we:

Hear from the founders of NOMA PDX
Discuss ways that AFO constituents can engage with NOMA’s work
Enjoy a cooking demo from Feed the Mass
“Mingle” with AFO members
Eat some lunch – prepared by you or one of our local businesses!

The event will be closed captioned.
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Wine & Inspiration at Cistus Nursery
2021-06-15 16:00 - 18:00 | Cistus Nursery, 22711 NW Gillihan Road, Portland, OR, 97231
Bring your mask and join us for our first Dine & Design event in almost two years! This all-outdoor event will open your eyes to the possibilities in your garden. Explore Cistus Nursery, a retail micro-nursery located on scenic Sauvie Island, 15 miles northwest of Portland.
Learn about the nursery’s specialties from owner and designer Sean Hogan and mingle with friends. Enjoy wine and cheese, stroll and revel in this lovely setting. While you’re in the area, you can always stop by a farm or two and/or take a picnic for dinner afterwards.
Attendees must follow Cistus Nursery social distancing and mask guidelines.

Tuesday, June 15
4:00-6:00pm
$30 per ticket

Cistus Nursery
22711 NW Gillihan Road
Portland, OR 97231
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Dine & Design raises money to support the programs of AFO, including our vital Architects in Schools program which serves thousands of elementary students per year around Oregon.

Community Connection SLAM
2021-06-15 16:30 - 18:00
Join the National Organization of Minority Architects Portland (NOMA PDX), AIA Oregon Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (AIA CoEDI), and the Architecture Foundation of Oregon (AFO) for a virtual Pecha Kucha inspired event connecting youth programs across Oregon.

Register as an attendee to learn how you can support BIPOC youth in their pursuit of architecture, engineering, design and construction careers.

Tuesday, June 15
4:30-6:oopm
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A Conversation with Dan Ryan
2021-07-20 17:00 - 18:30 | Lease Crutcher Lewis, 550 SW 12th Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Oregon Harbor of Hope, designed by Opsis Architecture, and Portland Commissioner Dan Ryan

Join AFO and SW Huddle Indivisible for a vital discussion with Portland City Commissioner Dan Ryan about houselessness in Portland and how design can be part of the solution.

Commissioner Ryan oversees the Portland Housing Bureau, Joint Office of Homeless Services, Bureau of Development Services and the Portland Children’s Levy. In partnership with Portlanders, the Commissioner is working to develop innovative solutions to complex issues that move our city forward.

Lauren Loosveldt, an architect at Opsis Architecture, will lead a discussion with Ryan about the city’s plan moving forward and how design could play an important role in finding sustainable solutions to one of the most pressing challenges in our community.

Mingle with other AFO constituents who are passionate about this issue and learn more about the City’s vision for the future and how you can be involved.

Light food and drink will be served.

Special thanks to Lease Crutcher Lewis and Carl Vance.

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$10 for AFO Members, $15 for not-yet members and free for students.
Ticket prices cover expenses and do not reflect a fee paid to Dan Ryan.

Architects in Schools Summer Camp
2021-07-26 - 2021-07-30
Join us July 26-30, 2021 for our second annual Architects in Schools Summer Camp! During this camp, students will explore the world of architecture and learn how to design a building for a client with different needs. The virtual camp is free and recommended for youth ages 8-12. Register by 5pm PST on July 12 to participate.

This year’s camp theme is They All Saw a Building: Designing for Everyone’s Needs. The camp will center on equity focused architecture and challenge students to think about how people of different backgrounds, abilities and cultures may experience the same space in different ways. Students will be introduced to technical architecture practices such as drawing, planning and model making, while exploring the social and cultural implications that architecture has on the world – because architecture impacts everybody! They will apply this knowledge to their own design of a building that puts the needs of their client first.

The camp is entirely virtual – meaning students can participate from home. To engage in the camp, participants will need a computer, tablet, or other device with access to internet. Everyday, we will email you the digital lesson including hands-on activities, reading, thinking exercises, and pre-recorded videos. There will also be a live Zoom session everyday from 12:30-1:30pm PST. The live sessions are optional, but we do recommend students try to join as many as possible to fully experience the camp content.

We will mail free art supplies to participants who are experiencing financial barriers. Please specify on your registration form if you need supplies sent to you. The art supplies and materials that participants will need throughout the camp include paper, pencils, coloring tools (i.e. colored pencils, markers or crayons), scissors, glue or tape, a brown paper grocery bag and recycled materials (i.e. cardboard, toilet paper rolls, cereal boxes, shoe boxes, plastic bottles, etc.).

Participation in the camp is free. We are accepting donations so we can send camp materials to families who have barriers to accessing them. This will allow all children to participate regardless of need. Please consider giving to the Architecture Foundation of Oregon to supply all participants with materials and to help us offer free educational programs like this camp. Donate here. Thank you!

If you have any questions about the camp, please contact Architects in Schools Director, Kim Knowles at kim@af-oregon.org.
REGISTER NOW
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: July 12, 5pm PST

Would you like to connect with students throughout the camp and inspire them through architecture? Sign up to volunteer during our daily live Zoom sessions! Submit a volunteer form.

Special thank you to our sponsors

REFRESH at Adidas
2021-07-27 17:30 - 19:00 | Adidas North America Headquarters, 5055 N. Greeley Ave., Portland, OR, 97217, United States
Photo credit: Jeremy Bittermann

AFO invites you to refresh connections, tour a refreshed campus, and enjoy refreshments at…
REFRESH at Adidas
Tuesday, July 27, 2021 from 5:30-7:00pm
Beer, wine, and light appetizers

Re-engage with friends and colleagues and tour the new buildings on the Adidas Campus.
This major expansion of Adidas’ North American Headquarters features a new arrival sequence and two signature buildings and is a target LEED gold project. Designed by LEVER and with interiors by O+A, the two buildings oriented around a new central sports plaza have transformed the existing plaza into a more cohesive campus landscape, strengthening connectivity internally between the existing buildings, and altering the landscape connections to the adjoining residential neighborhood. The architecture of the two buildings connects creative work, community, and sport.
The design for the North Building utilizes a unique hybrid structural system made from pre-cast concrete columns and girders with glulam beams and Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) panels and the South Building’s all mass timber design includes glulam columns and beams with CLT panels.
Mingle with friends, tour the buildings, and hear about the innovative design and construction of this Portland headquarters.

Be sure to enter the raffle:
Summer cocktail package! One beautiful bottle of Freeland Spirits gin + twelve Hot Lips sodas variety pack = light and fruity drinks! $10 per ticket.

Proceeds from this event benefit AFO’s programs and services, including Architects in Schools.
Members receive discounted tickets. Not sure if you’re a member? Check here.
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Thank you to our sponsors

An Evening Picnic at The Shire in the Gorge
2021-07-30 16:30 - 19:00
Join us on 78 acres of picturesque landscape, including lush meadows, trails, scenic waterfront, and an unobstructed view of Multnomah Falls. Learn the story of the Shire founder and designer John Yeon, whose lifelong advocacy was fundamental to the creation of the Gorge as we know it today.

The Shire, The John Yeon Preserve for Landscape Studies in the Columbia River Gorge is sited directly across from Multnomah Falls.
Hosted by PLACE, this special Dine & Design event includes wine from A to Z Winery, a picnic dinner, and views of Multnomah Falls and the Gorge that you can’t see anywhere else. You’ll get to hear more about this incredible place and receive a signed copy of John Cava’s beautiful new hardbound book, Of Barns and Palaces, featuring John Yeon’s residential architecture (a $40 value).
Friday, July 30th
4:30-7:00pm
Details & Registration

Arrive any time after 4:30 pm. Bring a chair or blanket for the picnic. Kids are welcome. No dogs.
Accessibility Information: The event will be hosted in a location within the Shire that is wheelchair accessible. Parking is near the event location. There is enough personal space to accommodate those with wheelchairs, canes, and walkers. Priority seating can be provided. We welcome requests and questions regarding accessibility via the registration form.
Dine & Design raises money to support the programs of AFO, including our vital Architects in Schools program which serves thousands of elementary students per year around Oregon.

Embodying Inclusive Design
2021-08-05 17:30 - 19:30 | stoel rives llp, 760 SW 9th Ave., Portland, OR, 97204
How can body awareness make us better, more inclusive designers?
Whether we notice it or not, our offices, homes, and other built spaces greatly impact our overall health and sense of belonging. Many of us spend our entire workday locked in a chair, breathing recirculated air, and focused entirely on external demands. In this Dine & Design event, we’ll refocus on our bodies and wellness as a means of building awareness of the design choices that can improve comfort and access for people with a wide range of needs.
Stretch your mind and body
Hannah Silver, Founder of Informal/Function, will introduce us to the basics of inclusive design and lead a gentle stretch. We’ll round it out with wine and snacks on the Stoel Rives deck with sweeping views of Portland. You don’t need to be a designer or yogi to appreciate this after-work destressing activity – all you need is a body!
Approved for AIA LU|HSW credit for continuing education.
Friday, July 30th
4:30-7:00pm
Details & Registration

Accessibility Information: We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. Please describe any accessibility concerns or questions in your registration form.
The building includes ramp/elevator access, accessible bathrooms, and wide doorways/aisles. The location is accessible by Trimet, Portland Street Car, and includes nearby bike parking.
Dine & Design raises money to support the programs of AFO, including our vital Architects in Schools program which serves thousands of elementary students per year around Oregon.

A Tour of Hayward Field with SRG Partnership
2021-08-29 11:00 - 13:00 | Hayward Field, 1580 E 15th Ave, Eugene, OR, 97403, United States
Experience the Place Where it All Began
Join SRG Partnership Principals Jeff Yrazabal and Aaron Pleskac for a private tour of the world’s finest Track & Field Stadium, Hayward Field at the University of Oregon. This reimagined, state-of-the-art venue is inspired by the rich history of UO’s Track & Field program, its world-class athletes, and the spirit and legacy of inspiring game-changers like Nike co-founder and storied Oregon coach Bill Bowerman, track star and cultural icon Steve Prefontaine, and many others that together make this site “magic.” Generously funded by Phil and Penny Knight and over 50 additional donors, Hayward Field builds on this legacy by both acknowledging the past while providing a bold vision for the future.
Designed and built for athletes in every way imaginable, this tour will highlight the unique features and amenities throughout the facility that aim to enhance performance, training, and recovery, as well as enhancing the experience and intimacy between athletes and fans.
After the tour, lunch and refreshments will be served. Proceeds will benefit The Architecture Foundation of Oregon in its mission to educate, inspire, and engage Oregonians with the built environment.
Freshen your connections. Get inspired. Celebrate this impressive achievement.

COVID: We have implemented several safety precautions for this event. Total capacity is limited and indoor tours will be conducted in two groups. The University of Oregon has a mask mandate for all indoor spaces on campus, regardless of vaccination status. We encourage physical distancing between individuals who are not in the same household. Food/drink will be held outdoors. We appreciate your cooperation and welcome any questions.
Accessibility: ADA Accessible parking is available on Agate Street between E. 15th and 17th Ave. for those with valid ADA placards. Accessible restrooms are available throughout the stadium. There are no family restrooms available in Hayward Field.
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. Please describe any accessibility concerns or questions in your registration form.

A Conversation with Richard Brown
2021-09-10 17:30 - 19:30
A Conversation with Richard Brown
Friday, September 10th 2021
5:30 – 7:30 pm
Oak Grove, Oregon
Join us for an intimate garden party and house tour with Richard Brown. This Northwest Style home was originally designed renowned Portland architect Pietro Belluschi in 1949. The house sits adjacent to a stream in a lovely 2-acre garden. Richard Brown updated the home with an additional wing and kitchen renovation that incorporates the details and materials of the original design and accents the beauty of this mature garden. This project received a Portland American Institute of Architects (AIA) Citation Award.
Hope Telford will interview Richard Brown about his experience adding to a home designed by another beloved Oregon architect and his long career in the Portland architecture field. You can enjoy wine and light hors d’oeurvres in the garden and tours throughout the house.
Event is co-hosted by Telford+Brown Studio Architecture and Longplay Wine. All proceeds go to AFO to fulfill its mission to support Oregon’s quality of life and create awareness of our designed environment through education, engagement and inspiration.

COVID: All eating/drinking will occur outdoors. Event attendance is capped at 30 people for safety. Indoor tours will be masked and conducted in small groups.
Accessibility Information: Mobility/ADA access information coming soon.
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. Please describe any accessibility concerns or questions in your registration form or email Susan@af-oregon.org.

Van Evera Bailey Fellowship Info Session
2021-10-13 12:00 - 13:00
Join us for a virtual information session and panel discussion on Wednesday, October 13, 12-1pm, focusing on the Van Evera Bailey Fellowship. Learn more about this fantastic opportunity for career development and how to prepare your proposal for submission. The Fellowship is currently open for submission through November 1, 2021.

The discussion will include:

Advice and inspiration from past VEB Fellows
Transparency on the selection process from members of the Selection Committee
Information on the new application software from AFO staff

Register Now!

Community Connection SLAM 2.0
2021-11-09 16:00 - 17:30
It’s time for round two! In partnership with the 2021 AIA Oregon Future Vision Symposium, join the National Organization of Minority Architects Portland (NOMA PDX), AIA Oregon Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (AIA Oregon CoEDI), and the Architecture Foundation of Oregon (AFO) for a virtual Pecha Kucha inspired event connecting youth programs across Oregon.

Register as an attendee to learn how you can support BIPOC youth in their pursuit of architecture, engineering, design and construction careers.

Tuesday, November 9
4:00-5:30pm
Virtual on Zoom
Register

2021 Honored Citizen Honoring Carol Edelman
2021-11-18 17:30 - 21:00 | Hyatt Regency Portland At The Oregon Convention Center, 375 NE Holladay St, Portland, OR, 97232, United States
Thursday, November 18th, 2021
5:30pm – no-host cocktails
7:00pm – dinner and program
Hyatt Regency Portland at Convention Center
COVID Protocols
We ask that guests wear masks when not eating/drinking. Proof of vaccination will be checked at the door. This may be subject to change.
Every fall, over 600 leaders in the architecture, engineering and construction fields gather in Portland for the biggest industry dinner and fundraiser of the year. Join us this November 18th to come back together, mingle with friends and colleagues, and celebrate Carol Edelman for her extraordinary contributions to the designed and built environment in Oregon and beyond.

Oregon Hip Hop Architecture MLK Day 2022
2022-01-17 11:00 - 13:30
Join us on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, 2022, for a virtual one-day design and hip hop event!
All youth will receive a free Hip Hop Architecture Bag with materials and swag items prior to the event. Youth will explore the world of architecture through the lens of hip hop culture and work with professionals in the field to build a “frozen music” city model based on hip hop lyrics. Students will be asked to continue working on their models after the Jan 17 event and can submit pictures of their work for a chance to win prizes!
Hip Hop Architecture MLK Day is free and open to Oregon youth of color and allies, grades 7-12. There is no typical student for the Hip Hop Architecture program. Our students are inspiring architects, urban planners, hip hop artists, musicians, computer game creators, interior designers, industrial designers, politicians and more!
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Apply by Friday, January 7 to participate!

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Trauma Informed Practices & Social/Emotional Learning Workshop with Renee Mitchell
2022-02-08 16:00 - 18:00
AFO centers education and access for youth at the heart of our programming. We are excited to offer opportunities for design professionals, educators, youth organizers and more to receive training on trauma informed practices and social/emotional learning.
AFO believes that all adults working with youth have a responsibility to not create harm, to give youth space to express their true selves, to look to them as experts, and to center them in our teaching and learning. AFO understands that these are skills that require ongoing learning and will help us be more empathetic and effective teachers, mentors and leaders.
Facilitated by Renee Mitchell, an educator, writer, poet and expert on these topics, the workshops are intended to help prepare you and make you more comfortable working with youth from different backgrounds. The workshops will be presented in a series and will build upon each other in an effort to support ongoing learning. You can expect a second workshop in May or June and a third in November.
PLEASE NOTE: All current 2021-2022 Architects in Schools participants and 2022 Hip Hop Architecture Camp volunteers have free access to this workshop. Please do not fill out this form if you are a current AFO volunteer or AiS teacher participant.
Register
Tuesday, February 8, 4-6pm, Zoom
$20 (Limited scholarships available – contact candice@af-oregon.org if you would like to request a scholarship)

Oregon Hip Hop Architecture Camp 2022
2022-02-14 16:00 - 2022-02-18 18:00
2019 Hip Hop Architecture Camp in Portland

Oregon Hip Hop Architecture Camp
Monday, February 14 – Friday, February 18, 2022, 4-6pm, Zoom
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Join us after school, 4-6pm, February 14-18, for a FREE, virtual week-long design and hip hop camp!

The Hip Hop Architecture Camp introduces middle and high school aged youth of color to architecture, urban planning, creative place making and economic development through the lens of hip hop culture. Camp participants work with architects, urban planners, designers, community activists and hip hop artists to design new visions for their community.

All youth will receive a free Hip Hop Architecture Bag with materials and swag items prior to the event.

The Hip Hop Architecture Camp is free and open to Oregon youth of color and allies, grades 7-12. There is no typical student for the Hip Hop Architecture program. Our students are inspiring architects, urban planners, hip hop artists, musicians, computer game creators, interior designers, industrial designers, politicians and more!
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Scholarship Info Session
2022-02-15 12:00 - 13:00
Are you an architecture student attending University of Oregon or Portland State University? Are you thinking of applying for the $5,000 Hatfield Architectural Award or $5,000 William Hart Scholarship from the Architecture Foundation of Oregon?
Please join us for a virtual information session on Tuesday, February 15th at 12pm to learn more about applying for the scholarships. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and hear about what makes a successful application!
The Hatfield and Hart awards are currently open for applications through February 25.
The event will be closed captioned.
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Architects in Schools Spring Break Camp
2022-03-21 - 2022-04-30
They All Saw a Building: Designing for Everyone’s Needs
In July 2021, students from across Oregon and beyond participated in our virtual 2021 Architects in Schools Summer Camp. During this camp, students explored the world of architecture and learned how to design a building for a client with special needs.
We are excited to publicly release the camp content again for you this Spring Break, 2022! Camp material is free and recommended for youth ages 8-12.
Each day of the five-day-long camp, students work through a lesson, watch a video featuring architects and design professionals, and complete a design activity or two. We have included daily bonus challenges for students who want to do more! Bonus challenges are optional and can always be completed at a later date.
We recommend students work through the content day by day and in order. Everything is self-paced, so you can take as much time as you want to work through the materials.
All camp material below will remain available for March and April, 2022.
Access the camp content here and get started on designing your future city!

PAE Living Building Tour
2022-04-05 17:00 - 18:30 | PAE Living Building, 151 SW 1st Ave, Portland, Oregon, 97204, United States
Join AFO in kicking off our first Community Event of 2022! This event will include a guided tour of the PAE Living Building and mingling with light snacks/refreshments. Anyone interested in design, engineering, and sustainability in the built environment will enjoy learning more about this incredible achievement.
The Living Building Challenge is a certification program that goes beyond sustainability or emission reduction and envisions a regenerative built environment that functions in the same way as a living organism.
The PAE Living Building is the world’s first developer-driven Living Building. It demonstrates replicable and cost-effective solutions to our planet’s energy and resource challenges, such as a closed-loop water system with on-site collection and treatment, efficient photovoltaic-battery storage systems, and urinal-to-fertilizer systems.
Register Now to Save Your Spot

COVID: We will follow the state/local/federal guidelines on masking. Due to federal policy, all participants who enter the building must be fully vaccinated. We appreciate your cooperation and welcome any questions.
Accessibility: There are ADA-accessible restrooms on every floor. All restrooms are gender-neutral and individual. There are no stairs to enter the building and the elevator is accessible in the main lobby.
The building is within 5 minutes walking distance of MAX and bus stops. For parking, street parking and surface lots are available around the building. All the sidewalks have ramps.
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. Please describe any accessibility concerns or questions in your registration form.

Scholars Reception
2022-05-16 17:00 - 18:30 | Hacker Architects, 555 SE MLK Jr Blvd #501, Portland, OR, 97214, United States
Join us for light snacks and refreshments, as well as a brief program honoring our scholars. Mingle with your colleagues, meet these promising young design professionals, and support the future of our AFO’s scholarship program!
Learn more about our 2022 scholars

Left to Right: Sharon Alitema, Regina Batiste, and Darrick Williams

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Trauma Workshop (2 of 3) with Renee Mitchell
2022-05-17 15:40 - 18:00
What Do I Do Now?: Trauma-Informed, SEL-Sensitive Strategies that Support Youth & Create Belonging – In Spite of the Global Pandemic, Rising Mental Health Concerns and Zoom Fatigue
Workshop 2 of 3*
Tuesday, May 17, 2022, 3:40-6:00pm, Zoom
3:40-4:00pm – Optional time to ask questions and reflect on Workshop 1
4:00-6:00pm – Workshop 2

The Architecture Foundation of Oregon (AFO) centers education and access for youth at the heart of our programming. We are excited to offer opportunities for design professionals, educators, youth organizers and more to receive training on trauma informed practices and social/emotional learning.
AFO believes that all adults working with youth have a responsibility to not create harm, to give youth space to express their true selves, to look to them as experts, and to center them in our teaching and learning. AFO understands that these are skills that require ongoing learning and will help us be more empathetic and effective teachers, mentors and leaders.
Please join us for our second trauma informed practices and social/emotional learning workshop of 2022. Facilitated by Renee Mitchell, an educator, writer, poet and expert on these topics, the workshops are intended to help prepare you and make you more comfortable working with youth from different backgrounds.
*This workshop is the second of a three part series to support ongoing learning. You will receive access to a recording of the first workshop upon registration, and can look forward to a third workshop in November. You do not need to have attended the first workshop to participate. All are welcome.
PLEASE NOTE: All current 2021-2022 Architects in Schools participants have free access to this workshop. Please do not fill out this form if you are a current AFO volunteer or AiS teacher participant.
Register
Tuesday, May 17, 3:40-6pm, Zoom
$20 (Limited scholarships available – contact candice@af-oregon.org if you would like to request a scholarship)

AFO/AIA Happy Hour in Eugene
2022-06-17 16:30 - 18:30 | Claim 52, 1203 Willamette St, Eugene, OR, 97402, United States
AFO Design Professionals/AIA Eugene EPC Happy Hour

Sponsored by AFO and Rowell Brokaw Architects.
Join us for our first-ever Eugene AFO Happy Hour. This event is open to the public. We encourage both newcomers and past volunteers to stop by!
If you are a design professional in Eugene, OR – AFO wants to meet you! The AiS Happy Hour is a part of AFO’s Education Outreach and Impact Initiative which, in part, seeks to strengthen AFO’s connections beyond the Portland metro area.
Architects from Rowell Brokaw will also be available to answer questions about the 1203 Willamette building.
No registration is required.

REFRESH @ The Reser
2022-06-29 17:00 - 19:00
Photo Credit Josh Partee
Re-engage with friends and colleagues and tour the newly completed Patricia Reser Center for the Arts
Beer, wine, and light appetizers
Opened in March 2022, the stunning Patricia Reser Center for the Arts is a pandemic era achievement – it is the first multi-disciplinary arts center of its kind built in the Portland Metro area in over 30 years. The Reser serves to host a variety of touring programs, professional performances, and regional arts groups. It includes a 550-seat theater, outdoor plaza, art gallery, and rehearsal and meeting spaces.
Sustainability, inclusion, and community were central to the planning and building process. The $55 million project emerged from an idea in Beaverton’s award-winning Community Visioning process. Key partners in the project include Opsis Architecture, Skanska USA Building, and Edlen & Company.
All funds raised by this event go toward supporting AFO, which includes programs such as Architects in Schools and multiple scholarship opportunities.
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