Event

Future Shack

Join Daniel Friedman, Dean of the College of Built Environments at the University of Washington, executive editor of Metropolis Magazine Martin C. Pedersen, principal of Johnston Architects Mary Johnston FAIA, professor of architecture at University of Oregon Michael Fifield, and senior project manager of sustainability at Vulcan, Inc. Jason Twill as they debate and discuss specific projects shaping the future of residential architecture in our region.

FutureShack is a dialogue between the public and design professionals focused on new ways to think about residential architecture in all its forms. It's about how it works, not just how it looks. FutureShack showcases creative responses to the challenges posed by our changing lifestyles, across a wide range of building types, budgets, constraints and social agendas. Part debate about how we want to live, part recognition of innovative architecture, FutureShack is an evening of lively public discussion at Seattle Center's Fisher Pavilion.

For Architects, it is an opportunity to showcase their solutions to evolving housing needs and urban livability. Projects submitted to FutureShack are evaluated by a panel of both designers and engaged members of the public. All participating projects will be showcased on AIA Seattle's FutureShack website and selected projects are included in the Seattle Times' Pacific Northwest Magazine cover story (Sept 18, 2011) and presented at the live event on Sept. 20, 2011.

For the Public, it is a forum to discuss how architecture can help improve the quality of your city, your neighborhood, your home. How can you share your vision of living in the future? We want to know what you believe is succeeding and failing in residential design. Find FutureShack through Facebook and Survey Monkey and leave us your comments. Come get involved in an evening of public discussion at Seattle Center's Fisher Pavilion on Sept 20.