SCHEDULE
The NOMA conference is organized by NOMA national staff and volunteers, as well as the NOMA PDX chapter. Over 50 educational sessions are offered, featuring a variety of areas of interest for all experience levels and disciplines in the diverse field of architecture.
Designers and researchers in the field of architecture, urbanism, landscape design and urban planning submitted proposals for the development of initiatives and design works that make a meaningful contribution for the central theme of the conference. Sessions are reviewed by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) for continuing education credits, including required Health Safety and Welfare (HSW) designations.
CONFERENCE SEMINAR TRACKS INCLUDE
DESIGN
The track will focus on new, award-winning and legacy design projects executed by NOMA members and other professionals that express innovative design strategies in sustainability, material usage and/or technical expertise that was used in an innovative manner. Projects that have had a positive impact on the community that they serve should, along with LEED, BREEAM, Living Building Challenge and WELL buildings will be considered a part of this track.
COMMUNITY & JUSTICE
The track will focus on public and civic projects that benefit communities through social and environmental justice and social responsibility. Topics that are tailored towards housing discrimination, education, home equity, environmental justice, and sustainable design will be considered.
REFRAMING PORTLANDIA
Portland’s quirky brand of progressive style, culture, and politics camouflages a complicated history of racial discrimination. This track explores how locals are working to reframe the story through creative, powerful, and joyful work to reimagine the city.
TECHNICAL
The track will focus on new products and design techniques that introduce and review technical skills, materials, and systems that span all skill levels.
BUSINESS
The track will be geared toward starting a firm, marketing, firm growth, investing in the future, and succession planning. Seminars that discuss access to capital, recruitment strategies, purchasing, and policies that positively impact people working in the built environment will be considered. This track will also include the development of emerging professionals including internships, ARE, AXP, mentorship, and aide in career growth.
DESIGN
The track will focus on new, award-winning and legacy design projects executed by NOMA members and other professionals that express innovative design strategies in sustainability, material usage and/or technical expertise that was used in an innovative manner. Projects that have had a positive impact on the community that they serve should, along with LEED, BREEAM, Living Building Challenge and WELL buildings will be considered a part of this track.
TECHNICAL
The track will focus on new products and design techniques that introduce and review technical skills, materials, and systems that span all skill levels.
COMMUNITY & JUSTICE
The track will focus on public and civic projects that benefit communities through social and environmental justice and social responsibility. Topics that are tailored towards housing discrimination, education, home equity, environmental justice, and sustainable design will be considered.
BUSINESS
The track will be geared toward starting a firm, marketing, firm growth, investing in the future, and succession planning. Seminars that discuss access to capital, recruitment strategies, purchasing, and policies that positively impact people working in the built environment will be considered. This track will also include the development of emerging professionals including internships, ARE, AXP, mentorship, and aide in career growth.
REFRAMING PORTLANDIA
Portland’s quirky brand of progressive style, culture, and politics camouflages a complicated history of racial discrimination. This track explores how locals are working to reframe the story through creative, powerful, and joyful work to reimagine the city.
AGENDA
Here's what's scheduled for the event. Sessions will take place at the Hilton Portland Downtown.
The Conference will take place from Wednesday, October 11 th to Sunday, October 15 th.
VIRTUAL REGISTRATION SESSIONS
CONFERENCE DETAILS
October 11 - 15, 2023
Hilton Portland Downtown
921 SW 6th Ave, Portland, OR 97204
IN-PERSON CONFERENCE
Over 50 sessions of premiere seminars, workshops & premiere keynotes present opportunities for CEUs, discussion, and education on relevant topics and projects across three days. Dynamic and engaging keynotes present on emerging trends and topics in the AEC fields.
VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION
Over 10 sessions of premiere seminars, workshops & premiere keynotes present opportunities for CEUs, discussion, and education on relevant topics and projects across three days.