What is PechaKucha?

Drawing its name from the Japanese term for the sound of "chit chat", PechaKucha rests on a presentation format that is based on a simple idea: 20 images x 20 seconds (6 minutes and 40 seconds each). It's a format that makes presentations concise, and keeps things moving at a rapid pace.

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Housing design is important, but it isn’t a basic need. So many people are left wondering whether or not they will be able to pay rent or find a bed to sleep in that night. Design, beauty, and comfort are NOT necessary elements to get through the next day, week, or month. We have often seen public housing or affordable housing developments that cut corners on design to save money. Perhaps those corners are cut with the knowledge that people who need housing right now don’t have the luxury to be selective about its design. However, we know that homes are emotional—they can not only feel more functional, but also livable when they are well designed.

Doesn’t everyone deserve a safe space and a house to call their own?

Schedule

5:30 pm-Mingling, drinks, and snacks

6:00 pm-Presentations Begin

6:30 pm-Beer Break!

6:45 pm-Presentations Continue

Presenters

Brian Tibbs, Moody Nolan

Kelsey Oesmann, Urban Housing Solutions

Amanda Loper, David Baker Architects

Nicole Rowan, Rebuilding Together

Judith Seaman, Auburn Rural Studio

Veronica Foster, Civic Design Center

Lori Bell, EOA

Mona Hodge, Smith Gee Studio

Andrew Wolthers, Catalyst Design Group

Laura Hollier, HASTINGS

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