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fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 day ago

Let it reign: Fertile Ground and a steady shower of shows crown the spring theater season in Portland and beyond * Oregon ArtsWatch

The Fertile Ground Festival of New Works is just around the corner, while several other anticipated shows are also about to open, including the first co-production between Portland Center Stage and Portland Playhouse, which begins previews April 19.
Portland
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
1 day ago

How To Push A Livable Streets Project Forward - Even in the Era of Federal Clawbacks - Streetsblog USA

Christopher Coes is leading AmericaFWD to advance sustainable transportation projects in U.S. communities, especially those affected by funding cuts.
#architecture
Design
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

What Is the Technosphere and Why Does It Redefine Architecture?

Architecture is now influenced by global systems and infrastructures, acting as a mediator within the technosphere.
Design
fromDesign Milk
1 week ago

Powell's Headquarters Showcases the Firm and Local Makers

Powell's headquarters exemplifies a contemporary workspace that integrates architecture, design, and construction, showcasing their capabilities to clients.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 hours ago

Upper West Siders Beg DOT For A 'Low-Traffic Neighborhood' - Streetsblog New York City

Community Board 7 seeks to implement low-traffic neighborhoods to reduce pollution and improve quality of life on residential streets.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 day ago

MusicWatch Monthly: Any actual existence * Oregon ArtsWatch

Chris Thomas, a notable composer, has created music that resonates with the styles of John Williams and Danny Elfman, particularly in his theme park compositions.
Music production
Health
fromArchDaily
1 day 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.
Social justice
fromMission Local
20 hours ago

Sunset residents wanted a nonprofit out. Decades later, it proved itself to them.

Sunset Youth Services evolved from community skepticism to a major youth service provider, focusing on building relationships and improving opportunities for at-risk youth.
Remote teams
fromThe Conversation
3 hours ago

Should the government encourage people to work from home to save fuel?

Countries are responding to the fuel crisis with measures like remote work to reduce dependency on cars.
fromBrooklyn Paper
18 hours ago

Where are Brooklyn's "recreation deserts," and what can be done to fix them? * Brooklyn Paper

"Brooklyn has always been a place where movement is part of daily life. But today, Brooklynites, like all New Yorkers, are moving less, feeling more isolated and dealing with elevated rates of chronic diseases."
Brooklyn
#car-free-earth-day
LA real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
10 hours ago

California steps up reform to join the single-stair bandwagon

California proposes legislation to allow mid-rise apartment buildings with a single staircase to increase housing supply and affordability.
#climate-change
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
16 hours ago

A New Narrative for Planetary Health in the Hybrid Era

Perceiving crises as external leads to helplessness and disengagement, while recognizing agency fosters positive outcomes and behavior change.
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago
Environment

Can Sponge Cities Save Us from the Coming Floods?

Flood control strategies are shifting from traditional barriers to more integrated, park-like solutions due to climate change impacts.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
16 hours ago

A New Narrative for Planetary Health in the Hybrid Era

Perceiving crises as external leads to helplessness and disengagement, while recognizing agency fosters positive outcomes and behavior change.
Environment
fromNature
2 days ago

'Yes, we can': a blueprint for a clean economy and healthy society

A new 'clean' economy focused on sustainability can lead to a more efficient and prosperous society.
Environment
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

Can Sponge Cities Save Us from the Coming Floods?

Flood control strategies are shifting from traditional barriers to more integrated, park-like solutions due to climate change impacts.
#affordable-housing
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago
East Bay real estate

Affordable teacher housing is scarce. This group is trying an innovative solution in Oakland

fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago
East Bay real estate

Affordable teacher housing is scarce. This group is trying an innovative solution in Oakland

Renovation
fromFast Company
21 hours ago

These small houses in Omaha reimagine the starter home

Two modern, minimalist homes in Omaha challenge conventional housing standards with their small size and affordable pricing.
Portland food
fromEater Portland
1 day ago

4 Recent Portland-Area Restaurant and Bar Closures, April 2026

Several notable restaurant and bar closures occurred in April, including Libre, F.H. Steinbart, and Tom's Restaurant.
UX design
fromMedium
22 hours ago

Beyond the user: why design needs to widen its circle

Human-centered design must evolve to consider ecological impacts alongside user comfort and needs.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 day ago

Preserving farmland, strengthening food security: Why the Greenbelt matters

Ontario's agriculture sector must diversify and reduce reliance on U.S. trade to enhance self-reliance and capitalize on local production opportunities.
Paris food
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Parc de la Villette Opens New Urban Farm and Rewilded Landscapes in Paris

Parc de la Villette is transforming with an urban farm and restored biodiversity to adapt to climate change.
East Bay (California)
from48 hills
1 day ago

In Oakland, a tiny-home community is forced back onto the streets - 48 hills

Eviction of the 3rd and Peralta tiny home community in Oakland leaves residents, like Dennis, without support or resources for permanent housing.
NYC LGBT
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Crowds Pack In at Sunny Dolores Park to 'Renewable Energy Jesus' Crowned the Winner of Hunky Jesus 2026

The annual Hunky Jesus and Foxy Mary contests in Dolores Park attract thousands, showcasing creative and humorous interpretations of Jesus.
#community-service
fromFuncheap
1 day ago
Mission District

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

fromFuncheap
1 day ago
Mission District

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

fromFuncheap
1 day ago
Mission District

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

fromFuncheap
1 day ago
Mission District

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

Mission District
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

Join a weekly neighborhood trash pick-up to improve the area and enjoy local discounts and brunch with friends.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

Join a community trash pick-up event to improve the neighborhood and enjoy local discounts and brunch afterward.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

Join a community trash pick-up event to improve the neighborhood and enjoy local discounts and brunch afterward.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

Join a weekly neighborhood trash pick-up to improve the area and enjoy local discounts and brunch with friends.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromCalifornia Post
1 day ago

Exclusive | Inside San Francisco's 'co-founder rooms': the no-frills crash pads powering the AI gold rush

Co-founder rooms in San Francisco offer shared living for tech hopefuls prioritizing proximity over privacy and comfort.
Coffee
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

These 5 Plants Hate Coffee Ground Fertilizer - Here's What To Use Instead - Tasting Table

Used coffee grounds can enhance soil but may harm certain plants due to caffeine and acidity.
#sustainability
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
5 days ago

Brooklyn Creative Reuse Opens at Industry City

Brooklyn Creative Reuse provides affordable art materials and creative classes while promoting sustainability by keeping art supplies out of landfills.
Environment
fromNature
1 week ago

How buildings and cities can be aligned with life

Buildings currently harm the environment, but regenerative design can restore ecological systems and reduce waste through nature-inspired strategies.
Environment
fromEarth911
1 week ago

Earth911 Inspiration: The First Step To Sustainability

Sustainability begins with recognizing the connection between humanity and nature, free from artificial boundaries.
OMG science
fromState of the Planet
4 days ago

Two Sustainability Students See Opportunity Hidden in Laundry-Induced Microplastic Pollution

Federal agencies are prioritizing microplastics in drinking water and launching initiatives to detect and remove them from the human body.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
1 day ago

The Museum Breathing Life Into New York's Downtown Performance Scene

The Leslie-Lohman Museum connects art with the needs of the queer community amidst political challenges.
fromArchitectural Digest
1 day ago

Outdoor Planters That Aren't So...Concrete

Bergs Potter takes the cake for me, closely followed by the majolica-like planters at Williams-Sonoma and a few stylish designs from Ferm Living and Pottery Barn. These planters lean home decor over plastic planters, making them weather-resistant, durable pieces even on a wind-whipped balcony or hurricane-sacked home garden.
NYC food
Exercise
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

"Healthy Parks Healthy People": Monthly Nature Walks | Bay Area

Free monthly outdoor walks occur on the first Saturday of each month as part of the 'Healthy Parks, Healthy People' program.
SF music
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

What Comes After

What Comes After is a choral event exploring themes of resilience and transformation through music and dialogue.
fromPhilosophynow
6 days ago
Philosophy

The Collective City

Islamic philosophy invites plurality and coexistence, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and the acceptance of error in understanding.
San Jose Sharks
fromSan Jose Spotlight
6 days ago

San Jose rolls out the welcome mat at Arena Green - San Jose Spotlight

Arena Green Park in San Jose has undergone significant renovations, making it ready for public use and community events.
fromBusline News
18 hours ago

Message From 2026 UMA EXPO: Fast-Moving Policy Environment Requires Education & Determination - Busline News

"We're watching action, reaction, and counterreaction almost daily, and the policy environment is moving incredibly fast," noted Glenn Every, emphasizing the urgency of staying informed.
Alternative transportation
Environment
fromFuturism
1 day ago

The Entire State of Maine Is Poised to Ban New Data Centers

Maine is set to freeze new data center construction until 2027 due to concerns over electricity prices and environmental impact.
#earth-day
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

Oakland Earth Day celebrations will focus on cleanups and community fun

Earth Day celebrations in Oakland provide opportunities for community improvement and environmental stewardship, including a significant estuary cleanup event.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

Oakland Earth Day celebrations will focus on cleanups and community fun

Earth Day celebrations in Oakland provide opportunities for community improvement and environmental stewardship, including a significant estuary cleanup event.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
1 day ago

A Dedicated Ruth Asawa Space Is Coming to San Francisco

A new gallery for Ruth Asawa opens in May, celebrating her legacy and showcasing her rarely exhibited works.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
3 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
Renovation
fromwww.archdaily.com
2 days ago

Taliru House / Wright Inspires

Taliru is a multigenerational residence designed for a family, emphasizing simplicity, comfort, and integration of light, ventilation, and greenery.
fromPortland Monthly
4 days ago

Property Watch: Historic Tabor Storefront with Modern Apartment Above

Built in 1913, the building calls back to the city's early development, much like the commercial clusters just a block or few long that are nestled in so many neighborhoods.
Portland
Relationships
fromPortland Monthly
3 weeks ago

From the Editor: Building Community Isn't Always Fun. Do It Anyway.

Proximity-based community organizing builds solidarity across differences through sustained engagement and shared material goals, fostering understanding that transcends initial disagreements.
Environment
from99% Invisible
4 days ago

Service Request #4: How Does the Grid in Phoenix Work? - 99% Invisible

Phoenix's extreme summer heat underscores the critical importance of a reliable electrical grid for survival.
LA real estate
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

The building code rule that lets Seattle turn forgotten lots into housing

Matthew Flaherty advocates for affordable, transit-friendly housing while addressing tensions between fire safety and urban density in Los Angeles.
#public-art
Mission District
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Friends Who Bought Dirt Alley' Are Looking For 1,280 People to Help Transform It Into Public Art

A public art project will transform a barren alley in San Francisco's Sunset District into a 1,280-piece art quilt.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Friends Who Bought Dirt Alley' Are Looking For 1,280 People to Help Transform It Into Public Art

A public art project will transform a barren alley in San Francisco's Sunset District into a 1,280-piece art quilt.
Renovation
fromApartment Therapy
1 day ago

I Made a Cozy Backyard Hangout Spot Using Leftover Landscaping Materials

Building a paver patio using leftover materials can create a beautiful outdoor space, despite physical challenges.
Graphic design
fromPortland Mercury
3 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.
fromCurbed
3 days ago

Nick Poe's Houseplant Hot Spot

"Why should tubs be relegated to bathrooms?" Poe questions, showcasing his innovative approach to interior design by placing a bathtub in the main living area.
Renovation
Remodel
fromPortland Monthly
4 weeks ago

Multnomah County Retrofits Its Libraries for the People

The renovated Albina Library transforms from a historic building into a multipurpose community hub offering ESL classes, maker spaces, teen areas, and cultural programming beyond traditional book lending.
fromPortland Monthly
5 days ago

Seeing Things: Portland Shows & Events This Week, March 2026

Rowe and Garen Scribner's libretto takes its liberties, setting the action in a world where everything is green and an evil princess has ruled that nothing be eaten but peas.
Portland
Design
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

The Future of Brain Health Is Architecture

The built environment significantly influences mental health, mood, and performance, with neuroscience guiding design for improved well-being.
Renovation
fromArchitectural Digest
4 days ago

They Needed a House That Could Host Everything, From Fundraisers to Playdates

The renovation transformed a 1920s home into a functional space for hosting diverse events and improving daily livability.
Design
fromArchDaily
5 days ago

Cultural Centers Beyond the Building: 6 Unbuilt Projects Integrating Landscape

Cultural centers are evolving to reflect diverse architectural explorations and redefine public institutions' roles in various contexts.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
6 days ago

Youth Commons / Studio RE+N

A neglected rooftop in Songyang County transforms into a vibrant community commons despite initial design flaws and lack of facilities.
Portland
fromPortland Monthly
1 week 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.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
3 weeks ago

YOUR SUNDAY READING LIST: It's Dame Time... for a New Bar, How to Combat "Portland Nice," and Welcome to Spring (Arts)

The Mercury's weekly roundup features investigations into labor influence on city politics, cultural commentary on performative activism, spring arts programming, queer theater, a celebrity sports bar opening, and local trivia.
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.
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

Health, Habitat, and Civic Infrastructure: Designing the City as a National Park

Cities around the world share a common goal: to become healthier and greener, supported by civic infrastructure that restores ecosystems and strengthens public life. The question is how to reach this. Global climate targets, local building codes, and municipal standards increasingly guide designers and planners toward better choices. Still, many cities struggle to translate these frameworks into everyday, street-level comfort and long-term ecological protection.
Environment
fromPortland Monthly
1 month ago

Property Watch: A SW Portland Craftsman Returns to Its Roots

Schacht, originally born in Germany and educated in Europe, moved to Portland in 1883 after the German government claimed his Hamburg home via eminent domain, and he decided to move as far away as possible. While his work over his four-decade career spanned a variety of architectural styles, it has been noted that after 1900, he was "among the first Arts and Crafts-influenced architects to practice west of the Rocky Mountains."
Renovation
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 months ago

Future of Keller Auditorium, PSU Performing Arts Center challenged * Oregon ArtsWatch

Portland officials released a Market Feasibility Study on Friday, Jan. 23, that declared the region cannot support two venues capable of hosting popular touring Broadway shows. That upends the proposal approved by the City Council in late 2024 calling for a new Broadway-capable performing arts center to be built at Portland State University before the Keller Auditorium is closed and remodeled to continue hosting such large show.
Portland
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