Design in Public is a new 501c3 organization dedicated to promoting the role of design in improving our community. Design in Public was founded in 2011 by AIA Seattle, a chapter of the American Institute of Architects. Following successful models in cities around the world, from Copenhagen to New York, Design in Public launches its first programming this fall with the Seattle Design Festival.  Learn more at www.designinpublic.org.

Vision

The Center inspires Seattle to boldly imagine a vibrant urban environment where citizens and leaders embrace design as an essential element for addressing community challenges and enhancing future vitality – a city that routinely asks, “How can design help solve this issue for our community?”

Mission

The Center empowers citizens and leaders of Seattle to create an urban community where natural, built and social assets are optimized through design-based solutions; we are a trusted resource and partner in expanding thinking about design and Seattle’s future.

What We Do

We research, convene and share knowledge on best practices of design and the built environment. The Center advances Seattle’s livability in the 21st century by working with individuals, businesses, government and organizations to:

• think more deeply and creatively about community challenges;
• imagine innovative design-based solutions;
• enhance community decision-making informed by good design.