Between Homes: Preserving Japan’s Architectural Heritage

Discover the Stories Hidden Within Traditional Japanese Architecture TICKETS & DETAILS(opens in new tab) 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…

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Design 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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