The Barbara G. Laurie Student Design Competition is one of the highlights of the NOMA conference for both student and professional members. Originating nearly 20 years ago with just 3 schools, the competition today features the work of 40 NOMAS chapters from across the country participating in a two-day competition. In this year’s event, teams must propose a mixed-income residential development that includes commercial, retail, and community spaces for the historically black community of Albina, Portland. To address the city’s depleting housing stock, the project must address housing equity by including market rate, affordable rental, and homeownership opportunities.
