AFO Events
Trauma-Informed Practices Workshop
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, … Continue reading "Trauma-Informed Practices Workshop"
Scholarship Workshop (Portland)
Carleton Hart Architecture 630 SW 5th Ave #400, Portland, OregonAFO Scholarships support future design and building professionals and encourage people from diverse backgrounds to participate in the process of designing and building our world. We currently award four scholarships … Continue reading "Scholarship Workshop (Portland)"
Fellowship Celebration
DLR Group 110 SW Yamhill St Suite 105, Portland, ORYou're invited to a special gathering to celebrate the recipients of our Van Evera Bailey Fellowship and Pat Sanchez Women's Fellowship. Hear from our recent Fellows about their projects and … Continue reading "Fellowship Celebration"
Design Advocacy Outreach Group (DAO-G)
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 the state of Oregon. As a … Continue reading "Design Advocacy Outreach Group (DAO-G)"
Architects in Schools Spring Break Camp
Design is Monumental: Celebrating the Untold Stories of our Everyday Heroes In July 2023, students from across Oregon and beyond participated in our virtual Architects in Schools Summer Camp. During … Continue reading "Architects in Schools Spring Break Camp"
Trauma Workshop (2 of 3) with Renee Mitchell
Workshop 2 of 3* Thursday, April 18, 4:00-6:00pm, Zoom The Architecture Foundation of Oregon (AFO) centers education and access for youth at the heart of our programming. We are excited … Continue reading "Trauma Workshop (2 of 3) with Renee Mitchell"
In Pursuit of an Equitable Workplace
PAE Living Building 151 SW 1st Ave, Portland, Oregon, United StatesFirms are striving for equity and inclusion in the workplace for many reasons: to ensure a sense of belonging for their employees, to attract talent that expands the firm's offerings, … Continue reading "In Pursuit of an Equitable Workplace"
Architects in Schools Exhibit – Downtown PDX
You are invited to a First Thursday event celebrating the hard work of our 2023-24 Architects in Schools students in the Portland Metro area! This is our culminating event of … Continue reading "Architects in Schools Exhibit – Downtown PDX"
Architects in Schools Exhibit – PCC Rock Creek Library
PCC Rock Creek Library Building 9, 17705 NW Springville Rd, Portland, OregonYou are invited to an event celebrating the hard work of our 2023-24 Architects in Schools students in the Portland Metro area! This is our culminating event of the season, … Continue reading "Architects in Schools Exhibit – PCC Rock Creek Library"
Architects in Schools Exhibit – Multnomah County Library, Rockwood Branch
Multnomah County Library, Rockwood Branch 17917 SE Stark St, Portland, OregonYou are invited to an event celebrating the hard work of our 2023-24 Architects in Schools students in the Portland Metro area! This is our culminating event of the season, … Continue reading "Architects in Schools Exhibit – Multnomah County Library, Rockwood Branch"
2024 Scholars Reception
PCC Opportunity Center at 42nd Avenue 4299 NE Killingsworth St, Portland, OregonYou're invited to a special gathering to celebrate our 2024 AFO scholarship recipients and the growth of our scholarship program! In the past couple of years, our scholarship program for … Continue reading "2024 Scholars Reception"
Architects in Schools Exhibit – OMSI
OMSI 1945 SE Water Ave, Portland, OregonYou are invited to an event celebrating the hard work of our 2023-24 Architects in Schools students in the Portland Metro area! This is our culminating event of the season, … Continue reading "Architects in Schools Exhibit – OMSI"
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 2023-24 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"
Design Advocacy Outreach Group (DAO-G)
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 the state of Oregon. As a … Continue reading "Design Advocacy Outreach Group (DAO-G)"
Architects in Schools Exhibit – Bend Tower Theatre
Tower Theatre 835 NW Wall St, Bend, OregonYou are invited to an event celebrating the hard work of our 2023-24 Architects in Schools students in Central Oregon! This is our culminating event of the season, where participating … Continue reading "Architects in Schools Exhibit – Bend Tower Theatre"
Trauma Workshop (3 of 3) with Renee Mitchell
Workshop 3 of 3* Tuesday, June 11, 4:00-6:00pm, Zoom The Architecture Foundation of Oregon (AFO) centers education and access for youth at the heart of our programming. We are excited … Continue reading "Trauma Workshop (3 of 3) with Renee Mitchell"
Dine & Design: Dinner at Skylab’s New HQ
Skylab 1825 NW Vaughn St, Portland, OregonImage credit: Eric Fortier Hosted by Nita Posada and Jeff Kovel of Skylab Join us at our first Dine & Design of the season! Enjoy a casual (and tasty!) dinner … Continue reading "Dine & Design: Dinner at Skylab’s New HQ"
Architects in Schools Summer Camp
Join us June 24-28, 2024, for our annual Architects in Schools Summer Camp! The virtual camp is free and designed for youth ages 8-12. Register by 5pm PT on June … Continue reading "Architects in Schools Summer Camp"
REFRESH @ UO Northeast Campus
University of Oregon Northeast PDX Campus 2800 NE Liberty St, Portland, OregonRe-engage with friends and colleagues and tour the newly refreshed UO Northeast Campus. Beer, wine, and light appetizers REFRESH is an annual mixer and jovial networking opportunity for design and … Continue reading "REFRESH @ UO Northeast Campus"
Dine & Design: Bubbles and Bites in Council Crest
Photo credit: Katheryn Sink @sink.stills Hosted by Larissa Kirovski, Risa Boyer Architecture, Don Tankersley Construction Join us for mingling and inspiration at the Kirovski residence while sampling tasty hors d'oeuvres, … Continue reading "Dine & Design: Bubbles and Bites in Council Crest"
Dine & Design: A Toast to Brooks Gunsul
ZGF Architects 1223 SW Washington St #200, Portland, OregonToast the impact of Oregon Architect and AFO co-founder Brooks Gunsul. Brooks has touched the personal and professional lives of many renowned architects today, and AFO is pleased to celebrate … Continue reading "Dine & Design: A Toast to Brooks Gunsul"
Pietro Belluschi’s Portland Legacy
A panel discussion with Anthony Belluschi, Jeff Gianola, Brian Libby, and William Willingham. Hosted by Oregon Historical Society in partnership with Architectural Heritage Foundation, Portland Art Museum, Restore Oregon, and … Continue reading "Pietro Belluschi’s Portland Legacy"
Dine & Design: The Royal Five
Come get an early peek at renowned architect Robert Oshatz's latest project, The Royal Five, in the Portland hills. Hosted by Robert Oshatz & Don Tankersley Construction You’ll experience an … Continue reading "Dine & Design: The Royal Five"
Design Advocacy Outreach Group (DAO-G)
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 the state of Oregon. As a … Continue reading "Design Advocacy Outreach Group (DAO-G)"
Street Art and the Urban Landscape
The Electric Blocks 1615 SE 3rd Ave, Portland, OregonExplore the spectacular street art in the Central Eastside Industrial District! We're partnering with the Portland Street Art Alliance (PSAA) to bring you a unique view of urban landscapes. PSAA … Continue reading "Street Art and the Urban Landscape"
Van Evera Bailey Fellowship Info Session
Image courtesy of 2018 Van Evera Bailey Fellow, Rick Potestio AIA Join us for a virtual information session and panel discussion on Monday, September 16, 12-1pm, focusing on the $50,000 … Continue reading "Van Evera Bailey Fellowship Info Session"
Architects in Schools Virtual Lunch & Learn
Want to learn more about how you can volunteer as a design/building professional, architecture student, or engineering student in the Architects in Schools program? Look no further! Bring your lunch … Continue reading "Architects in Schools Virtual Lunch & Learn"
2024 Honored Citizen, Jon Schleuning
Oregon Convention Center 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, ORCelebrating Jon Schleuning Jon Schleuning has been instrumental for nearly 50 years in raising public awareness of architecture and its impact on environments. Jon, a proud native Oregonian, has exhibited great … Continue reading "2024 Honored Citizen, Jon Schleuning"
Formation Mentorship Program Launch Party
Wacom Experience Center 1455 NW Irving St, Portland, OregonJoin us at a launch party for Formation, the Design Mentorship Collaborative! It is often said that it's not what you know but who you know...so get ready for a fun evening of … Continue reading "Formation Mentorship Program Launch Party"
Increasing Housing while Preserving Heritage: A Workshop on Dynamic Density
Autodesk Portland 221 SE Ankeny St, Portland, OregonA presentation followed by a mock public design workshop about middle-scale housing in Portland’s classic neighborhoods. Hosted by City Club of Portland and AFO Rick Potestio, an Architecture Foundation of … Continue reading "Increasing Housing while Preserving Heritage: A Workshop on Dynamic Density"
Design Advocacy Outreach Group (DAO-G)
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 the state of Oregon. As a … Continue reading "Design Advocacy Outreach Group (DAO-G)"
Trauma-Informed Practices Workshop
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, … Continue reading "Trauma-Informed Practices Workshop"
Virtual Scholarship Info Session
AFO Scholarships support future design and building professionals and encourage people from diverse backgrounds to participate in the process of designing and building our world. We currently award six scholarships … Continue reading "Virtual Scholarship Info Session"
Annual Impact Meeting
US Bancorp Tower, Rose Room 111 SW 5th Ave, Ste 2600, Portland, OregonJoin us for an open meeting to hear about AFO's impact, what we have in store for 2025, and share your input as we shape our future. In 2024, AFO … Continue reading "Annual Impact Meeting"
Fellowship Celebration
Architectural Heritage Center 701 SE Grand Ave, Portland, OregonPhoto credit: Susan Seubert You're invited to our annual celebration of our Van Evera Bailey and Pat Sanchez Women's Fellows while enjoying refreshments and the AFO community. Our 2024 VEB … Continue reading "Fellowship Celebration"
Portland Scholarship Workshop
Carleton Hart Architecture 630 SW 5th Ave #400, Portland, OregonAFO Scholarships support future design and building professionals and encourage people from diverse backgrounds to participate in the process of designing and building our world. We currently award six scholarships … Continue reading "Portland Scholarship Workshop"
Design Advocacy Outreach Group (DAO-G)
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 the state of Oregon. As a … Continue reading "Design Advocacy Outreach Group (DAO-G)"
About AFO Fellowships
Van Evera Bailey Fellowship
Since 2001, the Architecture Foundation of Oregon has been privileged to work with The Van Evera and Janet M. Bailey Fund of The Oregon Community Foundation in awarding the $50,000 annual Van Evera Bailey Fellowship to advance the professional development of design and building professionals and encourage greater contributions to their profession and community.
Pat Sanchez Women’s Fellowship
This fellowship is awarded to women who are mid-career and looking to expand upon their work and professional development. The up to $3,000 monetary award can be used to attend professional conferences, local college coursework, or specialty seminars focused on various aspects of the industry including design, firm management, building enclosure design, business development, leadership, etc.