Architalx

Tonight is that last night of Architalx 2024. Looking forward to this evening’s unique hybrid lecture with
Lindsey Wikstrom / Mattaforma  / as she joins us remotely. Matthew Tonello of Consigli Construction / will take the stage to facilitate this conversation.

The theme of Lindsey’s lecture is “Care is Choreography”. She will walk through a selection of projects that highlight her call-to-action that architecture be an approach in which material choice combined with the articulation of space is considered as one of the greatest levers we have in bringing humans closer to nature, and that we recognize the moment that we actively eliminate carbon from our palette, and forge new relationships. Shaping the next generation of buildings in our built environment requires an ethical underpinning, a new perspective towards resources. All of which are dedicated to improving the health of the forest, the building occupants, and everyone in between. 

Architect Lindsey Wikstrom is the founding partner of Mattaforma. Her forward-thinking work weaves together ideas of care, ecosystems, and the positive influence that design can have in society. Intertwined with built work, Lindsey speaks publicly, publishes, and exhibits her research. Most notably her acclaimed book Designing the Forest and Other Mass Timber Futures (2023). She was also the organizer and moderator of Material Worlds, a speaker series hosted by MoMA’s Emilio Ambasz Institute which invited experts from around the world to envision the future of the most ubiquitous materials on earth. Lindsey is also an educator and has received numerous awards for her work, including the SOM Prize.

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TONIGHT! Doors open at 5pm. See you soon…
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Jeffrey L. Day / Actual Architecture Company / .ac joins us for the third Architalx of the season to discuss: “Nonsite Specific”.

Presell tickets are sold out. Limited tickets available at the door.
 
Using contemporary art as a path towards rethinking some old assumptions, Jeffrey Day will unpack alternative ways that the architecture–site relationship appears in the work of Actual Architecture Co. and the student design-build practice, FACT. The lecture challenges ideas reconsidering site specificity as the suitable matching of prototype to site: generic shape as site adjusted architecture. He will discuss how In this process the architect takes on the role of product developer and site adjuster instead of the more familiar role as designer of supposedly unique objects. 
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Already counting down the days until next Monday, April 22 when Jeffrey L. Day / Actual Architecture Company / .ac joins us for the third Architalx of the season to discuss: “Nonsite Specific”. See the link in our bio for more info on this event and to purchase tickets.
 
Using contemporary art as a path towards rethinking some old assumptions, Jeffrey Day will unpack alternative ways that the architecture–site relationship appears in the work of Actual Architecture Co. and the student design-build practice, FACT. The lecture challenges ideas reconsidering site specificity as the suitable matching of prototype to site: generic shape as site adjusted architecture. He will discuss how In this process the architect takes on the role of product developer and site adjuster instead of the more familiar role as designer of supposedly unique objects. 
 
Jeff is Douglass Professor of Architecture and Landscape Architecture at the University of Nebraska and founding principal of Actual Architecture Company, an internationally recognized architecture and design firm based in Omaha, Nebraska and operating around the world with expansive vision. At UNL Jeff runs FACT, an interdisciplinary design-build studio that engages nonprofits and communities in collaborations that span design and construction. By maximizing the potential of both academic and professional practices, Actual.AC integrates design-research, speculative design practice, and a commitment to building highly refined yet flexible architecture with diverse clients. Jeff has garnered numerous awards and his work has been exhibited in galleries all over the world.
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✨TONIGHT! ✨Join us at 6pm at Aura in Portland, ME as Hilary Sample of MOS Architects \ discusses “Unconventional Practices”: 
 
Hilary Sample will discuss architecture as a practice that can be radically inclusive. Its work is to attempt to move things forward in unconventional ways. Through a focus on institutional, educational, collective residential buildings, and public spaces, design focuses on culture and experiences. How does working within a select set of things produce a practice? How might it produce culture? How does practice engage design and a range of audiences? As architecture intersects each kind of project and space, how is culture produced? This talk presents select architecture and design work of MOS, from books to buildings alongside a set of questions about design and making a contemporary unconventional practice.
 
Hilary Sample is an architect based in New York City. With Michael Meredith, she co-founded the internationally acclaimed Studio MOS. Her work focuses on the creation of cultural and educational spaces within vacant spaces, through collective housing, schools, community centers, galleries, and public art installations. She is the recipient of multiple international awards and is a Professor at Columbia University Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation and holds the inaugural IDC Foundation Professorship in housing design and culture. 
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We are so grateful for the support of our community and sponsors for their generous contributions to bringing Architalx 2024 to you.

We are honored to spotlight one of our Luminary Sponsors: Miracle Farms Landscape Contractors /

Miracle Farms Landscape Contractors offers comprehensive landscape design, construction, maintenance, and property management services, catering to the Lakes Region of New Hampshire. With over 25 years of business in Moultonborough, NH, and a collective experience of over 40 years in the industry, their unwavering objective remains constant – to set ourselves apart by embracing the innate beauty of an environment, prioritizing its unique conditions, mindful of their impact on its ecosystem. Their goal is to craft enduring, picturesque landscapes, grounded in strong relationships with their clients, employees, and community.

Thank you for your mission and contribution.
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Do you have your tickets?
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Join us next Monday, April 15 at 6pm at Aura in Portland, ME as Hilary Sample of MOS Architects \ discusses “Unconventional Practices”: 
 
Hilary Sample will discuss architecture as a practice that can be radically inclusive. Its work is to attempt to move things forward in unconventional ways. Through a focus on institutional, educational, collective residential buildings, and public spaces, design focuses on culture and experiences. How does working within a select set of things produce a practice? How might it produce culture? How does practice engage design and a range of audiences? As architecture intersects each kind of project and space, how is culture produced? This talk presents select architecture and design work of MOS, from books to buildings alongside a set of questions about design and making a contemporary unconventional practice.
 
Hilary Sample is an architect based in New York City. With Michael Meredith, she co-founded the internationally acclaimed Studio MOS. Her work focuses on the creation of cultural and educational spaces within vacant spaces, through collective housing, schools, community centers, galleries, and public art installations. She is the recipient of multiple international awards and is a Professor at Columbia University Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation and holds the inaugural IDC Foundation Professorship in housing design and culture. 
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Tonight’s the night.
Doors open at 5pm.
Architalx takes the podium at 6pm.

We’re welcoming Martha Schwartz / as she discusses “The Urban Landscape and its role in Climate Change”.

Grateful to our sponsors and community who make this event happen. Looking forward to an incredible season cultivating conversation on inspiring design.

Light bites + drinks served. See you soon!
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It all starts tomorrow! Join us for the first Architalx of 2024 featuring Martha Schwartz /  as she discusses “The Urban Landscape and its role in Climate Change”.

Martha Schwartz will discuss the necessary role of the landscape architect in the fight on climate change. Landscape architecture is based upon the understanding of ecology and ecosystems. Our understanding of natural systems gives us the foundation to not only understand the problems we are facing, but to be more able to respond to environmental issues that are impacting our cities.

Martha Schwartz is a landscape architect and artist with major interests in cities, communities and the urban landscape. As the founder and principal of Martha Schwartz Partners, she has over 35 years of experience as a landscape architect, urbanist and artist on a wide variety of projects located around the world with a variety of world-renowned architects. In addition to being the recipient of numerous awards, Martha is a tenured Professor in Practice of Landscape Architecture at the Harvard University Graduate School of Design and a founding member of the Working Group of Sustainable Cities at Harvard University. She has lectured both nationally and internationally about sustainable cities and the urban landscape, and her work has been featured widely in publications as well as gallery exhibitions.

Don’t miss this lecture. All sessions only have a few tickets remaining. Link in bio for ticket purchase.

Doors open at 5pm for apps and drinks with. Lectures begin at 6pm at Aura in Portland, Maine.
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It’s a white out today in Maine today so this GREEN scape designed by is a glorious reminder that it actually IS Spring. And also that Martha Schwartz is joining us on Monday, April 8 at 6pm at Aura in Portland to discuss “The Urban Landscape and its role in Climate Change”.
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She will discuss the necessary role of the landscape architect in the fight on climate change. Landscape architecture is based upon the understanding of ecology and ecosystems. Our understanding of natural systems gives us the foundation to not only understand the problems we are facing, but to be more able to respond to environmental issues that are impacting our cities.

Martha Schwartz is a landscape architect and artist with major interests in cities, communities and the urban landscape. As the founder and principal of Martha Schwartz Partners, she has over 35 years of experience as a landscape architect, urbanist and artist on a wide variety of projects located around the world with a variety of world-renowned architects. In addition to being the recipient of numerous awards, Martha is a tenured Professor in Practice of Landscape Architecture at the Harvard University Graduate School of Design and a founding member of the Working Group of Sustainable Cities at Harvard University. She has lectured both nationally and internationally about sustainable cities and the urban landscape, and her work has been featured widely in publications as well as gallery exhibitions. 

Few tickets still available. Link in bio.
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We are so grateful for the support of our community and sponsors, who generously contributed to bringing Architalx 2024 to you.

We are honored to spotlight one of our Luminary Sponsors: Hancock Lumber |

Being in the lumber business since 1848 says everything about their commitment. Today, Hancock Lumber operates high-efficiency sawmills, lumberyards, component manufacturing facilities, and full-service kitchen design showrooms. Their mission is to create a work environment that recognizes employees as human beings and ultimately enhances the lives of everyone who works here.

Thank you for your mission and contribution.

We look forward to kicking off Architalx 2024 with Martha Schwartz’s lecture next Monday, April 8th at 6pm. Doors open at 5pm.
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‼️LECTURE CANCELED‼️
Due to unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, tonight’s 4/1 lecture with William O’Brien Jr of WOJR is canceled, along with the accompanying dinner. This is no April fool’s joke, unfortunately.

The board is in the process of rescheduling Monday’s lecture to April 29th. We will honor all 4/1 tickets for the 4/29 lecture. If you prefer a refund for the 4/1 tickets, please email us at hello(at)architalx.com by 4/21.

We are sorry for any inconvenience this might have caused you. We will kick off our lecture series now with Martha Schwartz on April 8th.

Please look for more updates by email and via Instagram.
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April is going to be 🔥. We kick off next Monday with our first speaker, and then one week later on April 8th, Martha Schwartz / Martha Schwartz Partners / will discuss “The Urban Landscape and its role in Climate Change”.

Martha Schwartz will discuss the necessary role of the landscape architect in the fight on climate change. Landscape architecture is based upon the understanding of ecology and ecosystems. Our understanding of natural systems gives us the foundation to not only understand the problems we are facing, but to be more able to respond to environmental issues that are impacting our cities.

Martha Schwartz is a landscape architect and artist with major interests in cities, communities and the urban landscape. As the founder and principal of Martha Schwartz Partners, she has over 35 years of experience as a landscape architect, urbanist and artist on a wide variety of projects located around the world with a variety of world-renowned architects. In addition to being the recipient of numerous awards, Martha is a tenured Professor in Practice of Landscape Architecture at the Harvard University Graduate School of Design and a founding member of the Working Group of Sustainable Cities at Harvard University. She has lectured both nationally and internationally about sustainable cities and the urban landscape, and her work has been featured widely in publications as well as gallery exhibitions.

All sessions still have a few tickets remaining. Link in bio for ticket purchase.

Doors open at 5pm for apps and drinks. Lectures begin at 6pm at Aura in Portland, Maine.
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We are so grateful for the support of our community and sponsors, who generously contributed to bringing Architalx 2024 to you.

We are honored to spotlight our Legacy Partner since 2000: Marvin Design Gallery by Eldredge Lumber |

The Marvin Design Gallery by Eldredge Lumber is an expansive Marvin dedicated showroom with an incredibly experienced and friendly staff ready to assist homeowners, contractors, and architects alike on their projects, regardless of size. The carefully curated showroom allows customers to feel and use window and door displays in real home-like settings while showcasing the extensive trim styles, sizes, shapes, hardware options, and more.

Thank you for your mission and contribution.
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March 1st means Architalx tickets go on sale. 🙌

Every Monday in April we’ll be bringing you what we do best —
progressive design + proactive dialogue.

Here’s our incredible line-up for the 2024 season of Architalx:

4.1
William O’Brien Jr. |

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Martha Schwartz |

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Hilary Sample |

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Jeffrey Day | .ac

All Talx begin at 6pm in Portland.
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Tickets go on sale March 1 on the Architalx website. Link in bio.
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🔸It’s Giving Tuesday🔸 Please consider supporting Architalx in our mission to broaden awareness and understanding of architecture and design. We have an exciting lineup of speakers for the 2024 season, and we can’t wait to share them with you! Link in bio for more information and to become a sponsor of Architalx. Architalx is a 501(c)(3) organization.
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Looking forward to tonight’s SOLD OUT event with LEVER Architecture and the Portland Museum of Art Design Team — including members of LEVER Architecture, Akomawt Educational Initiative, Unknown Studio, and Openbox.
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This bonus lecture will discuss “Equity As Design Excellence”.
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See you tonight at 6pm at Aura in Portland, Maine. Doors open at 5pm with light bites and beverages, plus a meet and greet before and after the lecture.
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Let’s go Night Four!
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Folks as of Monday afternoon, we have 4 tickets left for tonight’s Architalx with Je Ann of .

Join us for the last “official” lecture of the season. Next Monday we will host the sold out discussion with LEVER and the PMA Design Team of the PMA campus expansion.
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Grateful for an incredible season so far and for all of you who have joined us.

See you tonight.
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Another incredible evening of inspiring conversations with with Alain Peauroi and Story Wiggins. Many thanks to , to our sponsors and most of all, those who’ve attended Architalx 2023 so far.
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We’ve been getting a lot of questions from those that live out of state or if the event is sold out, and YES all Talx will be posted online after the series is completed. Architecture for all!
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We’re looking forward to Week 4’s lecture with Je Ahn of . We have about 25 tickets left for this lecture so don’t miss it.
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Tonight’s the night for Terremoto. Not one speaker but TWO. Join us at 6pm for an evening with Alain Peauroi and Story Wiggins of Their lecture is called “No Metal Edging and Other Ways in to an Aesthetic for the Next Civilization”.

There are still a few tickets left to hear them discuss how our practice is guided by a propensity to gently challenge dogma. Making a habit of questioning received information, and how that has led them on a happily idiosyncratic design derive. Join us for a discussion of some of the ways they refine their sieve.

Doors open at 5pm with bevs and bites before and after.
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Still soaking up all the inspiration from Monday’s lecture with Nader Tehrani.

Many thanks to all who came out to enjoy an evening of design and dialogue.
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Counting down the minutes to Night 2 of Architalx 2023! Can’t wait to hear Nader Tehrani of speak on “The Animate Analytique”.

See you at 6pm . Doors open at 5pm with drinks + snacks before and after.
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It goes to 5! It’s true, this year Architalx has added a bonus lecture on Monday, May 1st at 6pm at Aura. We’re partnering with the Portland Museum of Art Design Team — including members of LEVER Architecture, Akomawt Educational Initiative, Unknown Studio, and Openbox.

Tickets are going quickly and can be purchased via the link in our bio.
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Oh what a night! Thanks to all who came out for our SOLD OUT evening with Barbara Bestor of .

Many thanks to attendees and sponsors who both make these evenings possible.

We are looking forward to our next FOUR evenings. If you didn’t hear the news, we announced a BONUS lecture on May 1 with the Portland Museum of Art Design Team — including members of LEVER Architecture, Akomawt Educational Initiative, Unknown Studio, and Openbox.

Tickets to all of these events are going quickly and can be purchased via the link in our bio.
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Tickets on Sale NOW!

Grab your ticket for an evening of inspiring creativity and conversation.

Ticket link is in our bio or see our stories.
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Speaker line-up:

4.3
Barbara Bestor |

4.10
Nader Tehrani |

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Alain Peauroi + Story Wiggins | Terremoto_landscape

4.24
Je Ahn |

All Talx begin at 6pm in Portland.
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It’s a new season of Architalx.

We are thrilled to announce our line-up of designers for the 2023 season of Architalx.

Every Monday in April we’ll be bringing you what we do best —
Progressive design + proactive dialogue.

Here’s our speaker line-up:

4.3
Barbara Bestor |

4.10
Nader Tehrani |

4.17
Alain Peauroi + Story Wiggins |

4.24
Je Ahn |

All Talk begin at 6pm in Portland.

Tickets go on sale March 1 on the Architalx website. Link in bio.
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