Join the "Maine Strong" movement to uplift the Lewiston-Auburn community in the wake of the October 25 tragedy. This initiative, a collaboration between Knickerbocker and the Maine Community Foundation, offers two ways to contribute: by purchasing Eric Wittman 's symbolic apparel or making a direct donation. Every item and donation is a testament to the resilience of Maine. 100% of net proceeds support the Lewiston-Auburn Area Response Fund. Be a beacon of hope in these trying times. Your support—whether through a purchase or a donation—helps guide our community towards healing and unity. Let's stand together as Maine Strong. https://lnkd.in/gr8Kifsp + https://lnkd.in/gwmyMzJi
Portland Society for Architecture (Portland, ME)
Architecture and Planning
We encourage innovation + vision in the built environment of Greater Portland through education, advocacy + engagement
About us
PSA was founded as the Portland Society for Architects, a membership organization, in 2006. The impetus of the organizers was two-fold: it could serve as a platform where Portland architects could socialize and share experiences; and that a collective voice would be more powerful than the individual in influencing City policy on design and planning issues. After eight years, PSA was renamed the Portland Society for Architecture to reflect a multi disciplinary commitment to community issues that shape Portland’s future. Those engaged with PSA are architects, engineers, landscape architects, design professionals, and individuals committed to the protection and enhancement of all aspects of urban design which contribute greatly to Portland’s economic activity and cultural identity. Over the years PSA has produced programs such as the 10-minute architect, Drink-n-Crit, and Community Conversations; the three-part series on climate change and sea-level rise: Sustainable Portland by 2030, Rising Tides and Waterfront Visions; a long-term visioning charette for the City of Portland with the University of Southern Maine + the Muskie School for Public Service, The Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce and Creative Portland, ‘Growing Portland: Not Whether, but How?”; a collaborative UNE Lecture Series with Alex Kreiger, Susan Silberberg, Dr. Bon Ku, Tim Wallace and Rosanne Haggerty; produced design competitions and exhibitions; and partnered and collaborated with a diverse set of organizations to advocate, educate and promote quality and value of good urban design and architecture in Portland.
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https://www.portlandarchitects.org/
External link for Portland Society for Architecture (Portland, ME)
- Industry
- Architecture and Planning
- Company size
- 1 employee
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2006
Employees at Portland Society for Architecture (Portland, ME)
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Some have asked. We have an answer! But, in a nutshell: it's a chance for the design community to dress in costume, dance a bit, and laugh a lot! We, along with Maine Interior Design Association (MIDA) can't wait to see you on the 26th! Tickets here: https://lnkd.in/eJcXVmvM
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Tickets + Sponsorships to our Beaux Arts Ball: Expansion with Maine Interior Design Association (MIDA) are going fast! Our AMPLIFY spots have SOLD OUT - Thank you Zachau Construction Inc. + Exposure.Inc We can't wait to see you on October 26th! Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eJcXVmvM
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External Relations Manager at MIT Norman B. Leventhal Center for Advanced Urbanism
Really proud of this initiative with Portland Society for Architecture (Portland, ME), Maine Audubon and University of Southern Maine. The ordinance will go to full Council and likely be workshopped first, then voted on. The biggest misconception is the additional cost to large-scale commercial projects, but if designed well, from the beginning, the cost increase would be marginal. Learn more, and build bird safe! https://lnkd.in/ekk7qc-W
Some new buildings in Portland would have to be bird-safe, under proposed ordinance
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MIDA and PSA are beyond thrilled to host this extravaganza again on Thursday, October 26th at the Portland Museum of Art! Come dressed as your favorite building, architectural theory, or creative interpretation that is generated by this year’s theme: Expansion. Our city is expanding, our beloved museum (where we're hosting!) is expanding, our new/old material of choice, wood, expands! It doesn't stop there, expand your mind with the theme. Use your imagination - individually or in teams. We will award the 'best of show' with our unique cast-aluminum Portland skyline crown (passed down from the 2019 winners at Bowerbird Design Collective!). Your ticket includes Sounds + Lighting by DJ Cecil G. and Chris Gilman with Moonshake (with a special drop-in from DJ Ben Spaulding), a Plant Office immersion, a make-your-own Taco Bar by Bird & Co. (Voted Best Taco in Portland 2023!), libations by The Black Tie Company - and a visual feast of the design community's most creative prowess, including YOU! Proceeds this year will benefit the many educational endeavors both PSA and MIDA are involved with including The Spatial Design Academy at USM, ACE and others! Sponsorship Opportunities here: https://lnkd.in/eMtACyF7 Tickets here: https://lnkd.in/eXSrkZA7
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On Wednesday, August 23rd, please join Dr. Libby Bischoff for a special tour and talk on the current exhibit at the Osher Map Library ‘Maine on Display.’ This summer show features a variety of gorgeous and detailed bird’s eye view and wall maps of Maine counties, cities, and towns, and includes popular viewbooks and postcards. The exhibition was co-curated by OML Executive Director Dr. Libby Bischof, and USM Senior History major and Race and Ethnic Studies minor, Rachel Gilbert. Space is limited. Light refreshments served. Register here:https://lnkd.in/evtpHs4f
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This Saturday (8/19) visit Maine’s first “bird-safe” residential building designed by Simons Architects using specialty glass that prevents birds from hitting windows. Come and take a look at etched glass from Walker Glass and other solutions to see for yourself how you can enjoy the birds out your window without compromising their lives or your view. A full day of activities beginning with a birdwalk and ending with a keynote speaker are all free and open to the public. Come on by for walks, tours, and information about how all of us can save a billion birds a year! Entrance is FREE and Open to the Public - but registration is preferred to get a sense of who/how many are planning to attend. REGISTER here: https://lnkd.in/eg8pwEq5
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External Relations Manager at MIT Norman B. Leventhal Center for Advanced Urbanism
On Monday we welcomed students aged 15 - 68 for our inaugural Summer of Spatial Design at the USM Gorham campus! Over the next two weeks they will learn basic analog (hand) skills in both 2D + 3D representation from local practitioners and extraordinary design educators. We are grateful to our partner in this endeavor, BSLA/Boston Society of Landscape Architects; the faculty: Joanna Shaw + Cap Prasch of Winkleman Architects, Johanna Cairns and Steven Mansfield of Matthew Cunningham Landscape Architecture, Andrew Ashey of AAMP Studio, Caitlin Aceto of Aceto Landscape Architecture, Amy Magida of PK Realty, Erik Stark from UMA; guest lecturers: Libby Bischoff, University of Southern Maine Historian and ED of The Osher Map Library, Jill Abers of Interface and President of MIDA, our BirdSafe fellow Cady Netlnad (and current student), and Ryan Kanteres with Simons Architects; and our guest critics: Jessie Carroll, Soren Deniord, Todd Richardson and George Workman. Watch our IG feed for daily updates!
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