Public Programs
Washington Park Arboretum: Landscape Architecture Walk
See the Arboretum Through the Designer’s Eyes Every landscape tells a story—and at the Washington Park Arboretum, design is part of that story. We experience the Arboretum as a place to wander, explore, and connect with nature. But behind those experiences are countless hours of planning and design—decisions about pathways, plantings, topography, gathering spaces, views, and movement that have helped shape how generations of visitors experience this remarkable Seattle landscape. On Saturday, October 24, Seattle…
Read MoreBetween Homes: Preserving Japan’s Architectural Heritage
Discover the Stories Hidden Within Traditional Japanese Architecture TICKETS & DETAILS Kominka Collective Presentation Across Japan, traditional wooden structures—including kominka farmhouses, kura storehouses, temples, gates, shrines, and other historic buildings—are disappearing at an alarming rate. As rural populations decline and communities change, growing attention is being focused on preservation, adaptive reuse, sustainability, craftsmanship, and the cultural value of existing buildings. Join SAF for a presentation by Kominka Collective, an organization dedicated to documenting, preserving, and revitalizing traditional Japanese architecture.…
Read MoreDesign in Depth Series: Sports & Architecture
June 10 | 5PM – 7:30PM | Washington 1000 Conference Center | TICKETS Conceptual Image: Commanders Stadium Conceptual Image: Memorial Stadium It has been a landmark year for sports in Seattle, but the magic happens long before the first whistle blows. Have you ever wondered what truly makes a great sports venue, or how a massive stadium can actually serve the…
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