Communitecture - Architecture, Planning, Design

03/11/2026

A.I. - related news:
Our architecture and planning firm, communitecture inc. hereby entirely foreswears the use of AI in any form whatsoever. We will not participate! The anti-human impacts of AI in every area of culture, economy, society and ecology must be stopped.

The mindless and pointless effects of AI will otherwise be devastating to humanity and the world.

02/06/2026

Have you heard yet, that David Osborn is running for Oregon State Senate in District 52, out in the Columbia Gorge?

This is so exciting, because he's a beloved member of the Gorge community, a great man who loves our state!
Here's David's campaign website.

David Osborn is running for Oregon House District 52 to fight for affordability by funding healthcare, education, housing, and childcare for families in the Gorge and Mt. Hood region.

01/19/2026

Heydy ho!
The annual Rewilding Conference is happening in Portland, this very weekend! Come join the fun and the cause!

January 23–25, 2026 REWILDING CONFERENCE Subsistence as Resistance REGISTER “The best time to plant an oak tree was thirty years ago. But the second best time is today.” Our MissionThe mission of the Rewilding Conference is to unite the many individuals, groups, and institutions who are workin...

11/13/2025

Truly Rare Village Housing Opportunity in Portland!

"Are you interested in connecting more deeply with community and the land? Cedar Moon, an intentional community and land project in Portland, might just be the place for you! We are 15 people, aged from 5 months to 50, living together on a small farm tucked inside Tryon Creek State Park in SW Portland. We're looking for new residents that have experience in community living and are into good communication, hard work, and navigating diverse identities & perspectives. We have one room available now in our communal house, with several more opening in January.

~$700/month, which includes food and utilities. Email
[email protected] for more information.

11/11/2025

"ACTIVATE Portland" is fast-approaching!
Get ready to GET READY.

Join us in creating a resilient community, connect with each other, and 20+ orgs doing important work in Portland.

11/07/2025

ACTIVATE Portland is coming up soon!
Here's the link to find out more.

Join us in creating a resilient community, connect with each other, and 20+ orgs doing important work in Portland.

09/22/2025

Coming up this week, this Thursday evening1
Our big huge mega annual open house design collaboration!

Bring all and any of your design ideas and we'll work together on them! Free of charge, to all comers!

06/17/2025

VBC25 Is NOW underway in Portland, Oregon!

As part of this year's VBC "city-wide barn-raising", this Saturday we will be at the all-day ACTIVATE event in NE Portland! Please come and join in, and find the inspiration and motivation you know dwells within!

Join us in creating a resilient community, connect with each other, and 20+ orgs doing important work in Portland.

05/30/2025

Hi Facebook Design Universe!

Does anyone have a lead that can help communitecture locate a licensed architect in Maryland? A really great permaculture village is trying to happen there, and we need a licensed local design partner!

Ideas? leads? Thanks!

04/01/2025

Save Portland's Street Paintings and Street Plazas!

Please go to the links below and make your voices heard!

Hello Dear Community!
Please Help Save our Streets!

Portland is about to eliminate the Street Painting and Plaza programs that transformed ordinary intersections into vibrant community spaces. What's being sacrificed to address the city's budget gap? The very projects that bring people together, make neighborhoods safer, and give Portland its unique character.
The city plans to cut these programs to save less than one penny of every dollar in the $93 million shortfall.
The proposed budget cuts would have devastating consequences, weakening the ability for Portlanders to shape their own communities.

We Need Your Voice by April 1st!

Visit www.portland.gov/budget/join to:
Submit Testimony: let the City know how these programs have impacted you using the online comment form.
Take the Survey: Tell the City which programs need to be prioritized and which can be cut.
Attend a Budget Listening Session: Speak in person to the City Councilors, Mayor Wilson, and the Budget Office as they attend listening sessions.
Spread the Word: Share this post with your neighbors, friends, and community groups. Encourage them to take action as well.
Every voice matters! Together, we can ensure that Portland remains a city that values community, creativity, and connection.
Pictured:

03/29/2025

Hello Dear Community!
Please Help Save our Streets!

Portland is about to eliminate the Street Painting and Plaza programs that transformed ordinary intersections into vibrant community spaces. What's being sacrificed to address the city's budget gap? The very projects that bring people together, make neighborhoods safer, and give Portland its unique character.
The city plans to cut these programs to save less than one penny of every dollar in the $93 million shortfall.
The proposed budget cuts would have devastating consequences, weakening the ability for Portlanders to shape their own communities.

We Need Your Voice by April 1st!

Visit www.portland.gov/budget/join to:
Submit Testimony: let the City know how these programs have impacted you using the online comment form.
Take the Survey: Tell the City which programs need to be prioritized and which can be cut.
Attend a Budget Listening Session: Speak in person to the City Councilors, Mayor Wilson, and the Budget Office as they attend listening sessions.
Spread the Word: Share this post with your neighbors, friends, and community groups. Encourage them to take action as well.
Every voice matters! Together, we can ensure that Portland remains a city that values community, creativity, and connection.
Pictured: