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East Bay food
fromTasting Table
3 days ago

These Are Seattle's Best Restaurants For Salmon, Recommended By A Longtime Resident - Tasting Table

Seattle's identity is deeply intertwined with its salmon-centric seafood culture and waterfront dining experiences.
East Bay food
fromTasting Table
3 days ago

These Are Seattle's Best Restaurants For Salmon, Recommended By A Longtime Resident - Tasting Table

Seattle's identity is deeply intertwined with its salmon-centric seafood culture and waterfront dining experiences.
fromRemodelista
9 hours ago

Current Obsessions: Bright Palette - Remodelista

Pamela Anderson's new wicker furniture collection, 'The Sentimentalist,' for Olive Ateliers is a reflection of her love for gardening and outdoor living, showcasing her design sensibilities.
Renovation
#sustainability
Portland food
fromPortland Mercury
21 hours ago

The Best Bang for Your Buck Events in Portland This Weekend: Apr 10-12, 2026 - Portland Mercury

Weekend events in the US include Alley Sweeper, The Ladds 500, Magnolia Festival, and Cherry Blossom Bazaar.
#transportation
fromPortland Mercury
2 days ago
Portland

The (Somewhat) Amazing Race - Portland Mercury

A race was conducted to determine the fastest mode of transportation in Portland among various participants using different vehicles.
fromPortland Mercury
2 days ago
Portland

The Mercury's JOYRIDE Issue Is Out Now! - Portland Mercury

Transportation is a vital aspect of life in Portland, covered in the April issue of the Mercury titled 'Joyride.'
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
2 days ago

The (Somewhat) Amazing Race - Portland Mercury

A race was conducted to determine the fastest mode of transportation in Portland among various participants using different vehicles.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
2 days ago

The Mercury's JOYRIDE Issue Is Out Now! - Portland Mercury

Transportation is a vital aspect of life in Portland, covered in the April issue of the Mercury titled 'Joyride.'
Environment
fromEarth911
2 days ago

Worth More Standing -- The Value of Old-Growth Forests

The Trump administration's proposal aims to increase timber production by removing protections for old-growth forests, crucial for biodiversity and carbon storage.
fromMission Local
1 day ago

Photos: Bayview-Hunters Point in black-and-white

C.C. Chatman offered a personal touch to the community by inviting me to her home for a meal, saying, 'Tell me what you want to eat.' Her pork chops and sides rivaled anything from my hometown of New Orleans.
East Bay food
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 day ago

Sunset Dunes One Year Out: They Built It, and People Came - Streetsblog San Francisco

Sunset Dunes park celebrates its one-year anniversary with over 1.7 million visitors, boosting local businesses and enhancing community engagement.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 days ago

Sink your teeth into it: An interview with Kenji Bunch and Greg Ewer * Oregon ArtsWatch

Greg has been perhaps my biggest supporter of this project since it started. Greg commissioned the first batch of duos. A while back, he asked me how close I was to getting the first half of them done because I'd always talked about doing two volumes, a book one and book two of the forty-four duos, the way Bartók has them in two volumes.
Berlin music
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
1 day ago

The West Lost Its Spring: A Broken Winter Disrupts Resorts, Athletes, and Mountain Life - SnowBrains

Spring-like conditions in winter led to low snowpack and early resort closures, impacting athletes and local economies across the West.
#cherry-blossoms
OMG science
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Japan's beautiful cherry blossoms are facing an ugly threat

Climate change is delaying cherry blossom blooms and reducing their visual impact, threatening tourism in regions known for these trees.
Washington DC
fromConde Nast Traveler
4 days ago

7 Places to See Cherry Blossoms in the US, From Seattle to Brooklyn

Cherry blossom season in the U.S. features festivals and events celebrating the beauty of these iconic blooms, especially in Washington, DC and Brooklyn.
Washington DC
fromGothamist
6 days ago

In bloom: NY and NJ cherry blossoms are objectively the best in the nation

Cherry blossoms are in peak bloom in New York City and northern New Jersey, marking a joyful arrival of spring after winter.
OMG science
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Japan's beautiful cherry blossoms are facing an ugly threat

Climate change is delaying cherry blossom blooms and reducing their visual impact, threatening tourism in regions known for these trees.
Washington DC
fromConde Nast Traveler
4 days ago

7 Places to See Cherry Blossoms in the US, From Seattle to Brooklyn

Cherry blossom season in the U.S. features festivals and events celebrating the beauty of these iconic blooms, especially in Washington, DC and Brooklyn.
Washington DC
fromGothamist
6 days ago

In bloom: NY and NJ cherry blossoms are objectively the best in the nation

Cherry blossoms are in peak bloom in New York City and northern New Jersey, marking a joyful arrival of spring after winter.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Nature Is a Prescription for Connectedness

Connectedness to nature significantly enhances psychological health, while increased digital exposure negatively impacts our relationship with the natural world.
Design
fromDesign Milk
3 days ago

An Argument for Interior Design with Neuroaesthetics in Mind

Interior design should prioritize functional aesthetics to enhance mental health, creativity, and interpersonal connections through a new field called Neuroarchitecture.
#outdoor-living
fromAol
3 days ago
Remodel

Designers Say These 5 Backyard Trends Will Be Everywhere in 2026

fromAol
3 days ago
Remodel

Designers Say These 5 Backyard Trends Will Be Everywhere in 2026

Remodel
fromAol
3 days ago

Designers Say These 5 Backyard Trends Will Be Everywhere in 2026

Outdoor living spaces are now prioritized by homebuyers, with detailed designs and significant budgets reflecting a shift in focus from indoor to outdoor environments.
Remodel
fromAol
3 days ago

Designers Say These 5 Backyard Trends Will Be Everywhere in 2026

Backyards are increasingly prioritized in home design, with clients seeking detailed outdoor layouts and features for enhanced living experiences.
Remodel
fromELLE Decor
3 days ago

Designers Say These 5 Backyard Trends Will Be Everywhere in 2026

Outdoor living spaces are now prioritized by homebuyers, with detailed designs and large budgets reflecting a shift in focus from indoor to outdoor living.
Skiing
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

When Winter Finally Turns: A Deeper Way of Welcoming Spring

Winter symbolizes retreat, marked by loss and the Sand Creek Massacre, which represents a profound historical tragedy for indigenous peoples.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
3 days ago

The Squamish Nation's Impossibly Simple Solution to Vancouver's Housing Crisis | The Walrus

Sen̓ák̓w development by the Squamish Nation represents a significant return of land and a unique housing solution in Vancouver.
Health
fromArchDaily
4 days ago

On World Health Day: How Architecture Shapes Well-Being in Everyday Spaces

World Health Day emphasizes the interconnectedness of health, environment, and society, promoting a One Health approach for collective action.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
4 days ago

This Remote Newfoundland Island Has One of Canada's Most Striking Hotels-and a Radical Tourism Vision

Fogo Island offers a unique blend of natural beauty and luxury, revitalizing the local economy through innovative projects.
#vancouver
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago
Environment

This Coastal City Was Just Named the 'Greenest' in the World-and It's an Eco-friendly Dream for Nature-loving Travelers

fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago
Environment

This Coastal City Was Just Named the 'Greenest' in the World-and It's an Eco-friendly Dream for Nature-loving Travelers

Photography
fromArchDaily
5 days ago

40+ Contemporary Architectural Works Across Ecuador Captured by Francesco Russo and Luca Piffaretti

Photographers document Ecuador's architecture and landscapes, highlighting the country's evolving identity and the interplay between built environments and natural surroundings.
#architecture
NYC food
fromAol
6 days ago

This Little-Known Waterfront Town in New York Is Pure Magic

Glen Cove, a charming waterfront town in New York, offers a unique blend of history, nature, and small-town appeal just an hour from the city.
Arts
fromBOOOOOOOM!
2 days ago

Two Free Events to Check out This Weekend at Capture

Michelle Sound will lead a talk and tour of her exhibition at Ceremonial / Art, focusing on her recent practice and commissioned project.
Environment
fromHigh Country News
4 days ago

A new era of industrial logging looms - High Country News

The U.S. is set to rescind the Roadless Area Conservation Rule, allowing industrialization in previously protected forest areas.
Berlin
fromEsquire
4 days ago

The Best New Hotels in the World 2026

Modern hospitality balances guest comfort with the desire for adventure, creating authentic experiences that facilitate personal growth during travel.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

I've been to all 63 major US national parks. These 9 feel like stepping onto another planet.

Bryce Canyon National Park is home to the world's largest concentration of hoodoos, making hiking here feel like you're on another planet. I recommend hiking around the rim to take in the vastness of the spires.
Travel
#portrait-photography
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 month ago
Portland

The Cultural Landscape: Part 26 * Oregon ArtsWatch

A portrait series documents five talented cultural contributors to Portland through minimalist photography that emphasizes character over environmental context.
Arts
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

Sara Flores, the Peruvian Indigenous artist bringing Amazonian traditions into contemporary art

Kene patterns of the Shipibo-Conibo people reflect their worldview and will be showcased at the Venice Biennale by artist Sara Flores.
fromArchDaily
2 weeks ago

Architectures of the Gaze: 25 Viewpoints for Experiencing the Landscape

Viewpoints are structures designed for observing the landscape from elevated positions. They act as devices that organize the gaze and establish a direct relationship between the body and the territory.
Philosophy
Environment
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Researchers look into island's health benefits

Researchers will study the health benefits of outdoor spaces on the Isle of Wight, focusing on visitor experiences and access barriers.
Renovation
fromPortland Monthly
19 hours ago

Property Watch: An Austenian Estate Delights in Color and Wallpaper

The house features historic architecture, whimsical design, and original elements, making it a unique property reminiscent of a Jane Austen novel.
Portland
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
3 days ago

10 Questions: Oregon Historical Society's Kerry Tymchuk weighs in on state history, 250th anniversary issues * Oregon ArtsWatch

The 250th anniversary of the United States' founding is a significant opportunity for reflection and commemoration for all Americans.
Washington DC
fromTravel + Leisure
5 days ago

This Is One of the West Coast's Most Beautiful State Parks-and It Has the Most Photographed Bridge in Washington

Deception Pass State Park offers stunning coastal scenery and is easily accessible without reservations, making it ideal for spontaneous visits.
#skiing
fromSnowBrains
1 week ago
Snowboarding

Crystal Mountain, WA, Report: Superb Spring Skiing and Breathtaking Views - SnowBrains

fromSnowBrains
1 week ago
Snowboarding

Crystal Mountain, WA, Report: Superb Spring Skiing and Breathtaking Views - SnowBrains

fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
3 days ago

Remembering Steven Oshatz: "Marking the contours" * Oregon ArtsWatch

Oshatz worked on a monumental scale to represent underwater scenes, creating a full stage silk backdrop. He also designed hand painted silk waves that dancers moved across the stage.
Portland
Washington DC
fromTravel + Leisure
6 days ago

This National Park Is Home to the 'American Alps'-With 500 Alpine Lakes, 300 Glaciers, and Stunning Waterfalls

North Cascades National Park offers stunning wilderness with fewer visitors, making it a hidden gem among Washington's national parks.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
2 days ago

Elevating Earth: Reviving and Advancing an Indigenous Building Material

The Western Deffufa is a significant ancient mud brick building, highlighting the enduring use of earth in construction across Africa.
fromRemodelista
3 days ago

Meanwhile, On Gardenista: Florals for Spring - Remodelista

Kelsie Hayes of Popup Florist has opened her own NYC event space and creative studio, showcasing fresh floral designs that embody the spirit of spring.
Renovation
Books
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
4 weeks ago

The Columbia Gorge Museum: Lacing communities together * Oregon ArtsWatch

A turning point in the world can be identified as a 'still point,' and lace serves as a metaphor for understanding psychological resilience, community connection, and navigating uncertain times.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
6 days ago

A Portland Panorama of indie films * Oregon ArtsWatch

On May 2, 2025, arts and cultural organizations across the country received notifications that grants and funding promised by the National Endowment for the Arts were being rescinded. This was part of a larger initiative by the Trump Administration to dismantle not just the NEA, but also other arts advocacy programs including the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Institute for Museum and Library Services.
Portland
Graphic design
fromPortland Mercury
4 weeks ago

Volumes Design Library Wants to Be Portland's Creative Third Space

Michael Ellsworth is opening Volumes Design Library in downtown Portland, a collaborative, accessible space featuring design books, magazines, and ephemera where visitors can photograph materials and engage in discussion.
Portland
fromPortland Monthly
2 weeks ago

An Architect-Designed Midcentury in the Forest Park Neighborhood

Forest Park is a significant urban forest in Portland, with notable architecture in the surrounding neighborhood, including a midcentury house designed by Walter Hagestad.
Portland
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

This Oregon City Is One of the Top Places to Live in the West

Beaverton, Oregon ranks as the second best place to live in the West for 2026, highlighting its environmental commitment and quality of life.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

Oregon's Largest State Park Has a Famous 7-mile Trail That Takes You to 10 Waterfalls

Not only do we have an amazing trail with 10 waterfalls (four of which you can walk behind), but it's a great place to see and learn about plants and wildlife. We also have several historic buildings that are open to the public-all built by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in the 1930s and 1940s.
Travel
Washington DC
fromTravel + Leisure
3 weeks ago

This West Coast City Is Home to Some of the Nation's Most Beautiful Lilac Blooms Each Spring

Spokane, Washington, earned the nickname 'Lilac City' and hosts an annual festival celebrating over 100 lilac cultivars in one of the West's most important lilac gardens.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

This City Was Just Named the Most Livable in the U.S.-With Clean Air, Easy Outdoor Access, and Job Stability

Seattle ranks as the most liveable city in the U.S. and eighth globally, excelling in healthcare, quality of life, and disposable income across six evaluated metrics.
Renovation
fromDesign Milk
4 weeks ago

A North Vancouver Residence and Pool House Connected by Landscape

Two combined North Vancouver lots create a unified landscape where a main residence, pool house, and greenhouse function as integrated moments within continuous terrain rather than separate structures.
US news
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

This Pacific Northwest Suburb Was Named the Best Place to Live in the U.S. West for Its Mild Climate, Job Market, and Quality of Life

Sammamish, Washington is the highest-ranking Western city, offering a top job market, excellent schools and high incomes, but the nation’s highest home prices and steep cost of living.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I moved to a walkable city on an island in Canada. Despite a few drawbacks, living here feels close to perfect.

Growing up in the midsize city of Vancouver, Canada, I always dreamed of living in a big metropolis - a cultural hub where something was always going on, with endless places to explore. For a while, I did. When I started dating a Brit, I moved to his hometown of Birmingham, England, the second-largest city in the UK population-wise, with over a million residents.
Miscellaneous
fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago

Planning a break is such a tricky thing

Last night I had a dream and you were in it, and I was in it with you. I was doing the packing I never did. Not sure how it started, that's how dreams go. But I was nervous that you might show up. Just like you were nervous I'd be there. Eventually you did show up, but your head was buzzed and dyed orange.
Relationships
Pets
fromPortland Mercury
1 month ago

Circles Of Life

Created a backyard habitat attracting diverse birds, managed predators and pests, and faced challenges with aggressive squirrels, a hawk, and neighborhood cats.
US politics
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 months ago

Oregon carves its own path in 2026's America 250 anniversary celebration * Oregon ArtsWatch

President Trump seeks a traditional patriotic 250th anniversary and pushes restrictions on teaching difficult U.S. history; Oregon cultural organizations plan inclusive, critical commemorations.
Artificial intelligence
fromMaggieappleton
2 months ago

Gas Town's Agent Patterns, Design Bottlenecks, and Vibecoding at Scale

Agent orchestration prototypes surface future constraints and risks while meriting praise for bold experimentation despite current immaturity and usability limitations.
Music
fromPortland Mercury
1 month ago

Derek Hunter Wilson's Sculptures Sounds like the Pacific Northwest Coast

Sculptures is a gentle, grief-centered ambient-classical album blending Pacific Northwest coastal memories with improvised textures and sculptural editing.
Environment
fromPortland Mercury
1 month ago

Oregon's Wildlife is at Risk. Increasing the State's Lodging Tax Could Help

Oregon's House Bill 4134 would increase the lodging tax from 1.5% to 2.75%, directing additional revenue to wildlife conservation for imperiled non-game species.
Photography
fromHigh Country News
1 month ago

The little-known photographer who documented a changing Okanogan, Washington - High Country News

Frank Matsura, a Japanese immigrant photographer in early 20th-century Okanogan County, produced personable black-and-white portraits that remain fondly remembered by local communities.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
2 months ago

This is How Current Glacier Health and the Future of Year-Round Skiing in the Oregon Cascades Looks - SnowBrains

Oregon Cascades glaciers are rapidly shrinking: 15% extinct, 12% expected to vanish soon, and 24% projected to disappear by 2050 from climate-driven warming.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

This Small West Coast Town Has Luxury Tree Houses, Hot Springs, and an 848-foot Rock You Can Hike

Stevenson, Washington offers year-round Columbia River Gorge access with hiking, water sports, hot springs, lodging, and wineries, best visited late spring through early fall.
Photography
fromBOOOOOOOM!
1 month ago

"Lupine" by Photographer Daniel Dorsa

Landscape photography can be used as a framework to process grief and trauma, facilitating emotional reconstruction through physical displacement and introspection.
fromDesign Milk
2 months ago

Residence Designed to Weather Along British Columbia Coastline

Seven years of development allowed Openspace Architecture and landscape designer Paul Sangha Creative to thread a 10,000-square-foot single-story home through mature forest without sacrificing the canopy that defines the site's character - a constraint that ultimately generated the building's gently curving plan and its sequence of connected spaces opening to Saanich Inlet views. The design draws from mid-century West Coast Modernism's timber traditions while incorporating Japanese structural principles that extend beyond aesthetic reference.
Design
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I'm spending 90 days living on a small, dreamy island in the Pacific Northwest to decide if I truly want to move there

I'd been on the island for less than a week when I opened my glove box looking for sunglasses, only to find the wrapper of my emergency granola bar torn open and the corner nibbled, right next to a neat little pile of mouse droppings. As I inspected the rest of the car, I was mortified to realize it was likely more than a single mouse. I texted the friend I was housesitting for in disbelief. "Ugh, I'm sorry! That's so island," she wrote back.
Environment
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