Living Rooms of Downtown Portland

A Walk to assess/review/analyze/critique downtown Portland’s constellation of parks & plazas. What works, what doesn’t, opportunities, lighter, quicker, cheaper “fixes.” Join two of Portland’s public space nerds in a walking conversation. We’ll stroll downtown’s public spaces stars to see how they knit together a constellation – and determine what Zodiac sign they represent 🙂

What is it about certain spots in downtown Portland that compels us to stop and linger? What’s the alchemy behind a vibrant, magnetic public space? Join us on this exploratory walk to equip yourself with a new lens to see, describe, and critique these “outdoor living rooms” in our urban environment. Let’s take in our streets, alleys, and plazas and talk about them together.