Architects Without Borders - Oregon

AWB-Oregon provides opportunities to the Oregon architectural community to engage in humanitarian work regionally and internationally. We are a volunteer-based organization that organizes, designs, and builds projects that address urgent and chronic conditions worldwide. Our first projects responded to natural disasters. The scope of our mission has evolved as our team leaders have taken on projects ranging from a multi-building campus for a high school in Ethiopia to neighborhood parks in Portland and emergency preparedness planning. Our educational outreach includes partnering with Portland State University and University of Oregon in design studios and charrettes, as well as offering community workshops and training programs. Our Goals: Connect the Oregon design and building community with people and projects that require architectural assistance. Address urgent and chronic conditions of inadequate infrastructure, community facilities, and shelter. Work closely with host communities to develop long-term, sustainable solutions. Use site planning, building practices and technologies that are culturally appropriate and environmentally responsible. Provide opportunities for architecture students and interns to gain experience in service, collaboration, design, and construction.