What is the Grand Bargain, and how will it improve Seattle’s supply of affordable housing? This month’s Urban Design Forum looks at the status of the HALA (Housing Affordability and Livability Agenda) recommendations, the history and goals of the Grand Bargain, and current efforts underway by the City of Seattle to implement key measures in the HALA
Please join us for a lecture in partnership with Times Square Arts by Jürgen Mayer H., whose project XXX TIMES SQUARE WITH LOVE, opens on August 24. Mayer will discuss his recent work, particularly as it relates to the public realm. Speaker: Jürgen Mayer H., Founder, J. MAYER H. und Partner, Architekten Jürgen Mayer H. is
Join AIA Seattle, Seattle Parks Foundation and Downtown Seattle Association on Thursday, July 14 for an in depth dialogue on the future of Seattle’s waterfront, the vision the organizations support for a well-designed waterfront, and why we oppose Initiative 123. WHY I-123 DOESN’T ADD UP 5:30-7pm, Thursday, July 14 @ the Center for Architecture & Design Free –
BOOM: Changing Seattle is a tribute to places lost, preserved and desired during moments of rapid development and growth in Seattle. This multidisciplinary exhibition incorporates archival and recent photos, documents, and contemporary art to position history and memory as integral to innovation. BOOM locates Seattle’s contemporary technology industry and expansion of real estate development within
Passive House: A Design Guide Primer Understand why Passive House is not only the best path to Net Zero energy, but also the means to creating more durable and comfortable buildings for your owners and occupants. Join outgoing president of Passive House Northwest (PHNW) Michelle Jeresek as she reviews guidelines for Passive House design, including
