SHIFT 6 is an event put on by AIGA Portland to inform, inspire and engage peers, clients and students about sustainable design thinking and practices. Ten presenters will briefly share their observations, ideas and even challenges in shaping the future of visual communications. This evening also includes mingling, Q&A, local snacks, and free beer with your own mug!
Design, at its core, is problem-solving. We are presented with a problem and use our talents to solve it. Design is usually thought of as a profession. However, many designers and creative thinkers are using design-thinking to solve social issues. Generate: Social Change is a platform for designers and creatives to discuss and share with other forward-thinkers who want to see a more sustainable world.
Join us for our 4th SHIFT, an event showcasing sustainable design thinking and practices through 10 engaging, inspiring and informative 5-minute presentations.
What is sustainable design? It’s about re-thinking creative solutions to better communicate social and environmental messages to businesses and consumers—through actions like elevating green brands in the market, to smarter strategies that reduce waste and reach the right customer, to wise materials selection, to more authentic communication of the issues.
These Goal Net Zero (GNZ) discussions are a great follow up for anyone that has attended a past GNZ tour or just wanting to learn more about net zero concepts, design and building science.
Already own a solar system? Learn how to maximize the effects of your solar system by improving energy performance of your home.
Current Scheduled Meetings
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Presented by Kathy Bash, this lecture will focus on adding insulation and building science for net zero homes. Click here to Register Click here to Register
Join us at Ecotrust for our third “SHIFT: A Green Salon” to hear 10 five-minute presentations from creatives and innovators that are making visual communications better and more sustainable. This inspiring and educational evening will also include a short Q&A, mingling, and giveaways – while enjoying fresh local cupcakes from Peach Cheesecake and 52 Ltd. and beer, which is *free* if you bring your own mug and are older than Taylor Swift.
Join us February 18th for our second “SHIFT: A Green Salon” to hear 10 five-minute presentations from designers, creatives, and innovators that are making communications better and more sustainable.
CALL FOR ENTRIES
Did the Holidays make you rethink wrapping and packaging?
Does “design for the other 90%” mean something to you?
Overloaded by impractical complicated gadgets?
