Design Parti: Preserving Japan's Traditional Architecture
Thu, Aug 13
|Thomas Architecture Studios
Join our friends at Thomas Architecture Studios (TAS)https://www.tasolympia.com/for a special evening of conversation, culture, and design as they host the Kominka Collective, a Japan-based nonprofit dedicated to preserving traditional Japanese timber architecture and craftsmanship.
Time & Location
Aug 13, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Thomas Architecture Studios, 525 Columbia St SW, Olympia, WA 98501, USA
About the event
This unique presentation will explore the innovative approaches being used across Japan to preserve historic wooden buildings through conservation, adaptive reuse, relocation, reconstruction, and thoughtful reimagining. It's a fantastic opportunity to connect with architects, preservationists, craftspeople, students, and community members while learning from international experts.
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Social Hour: 5:00–6:00 PM
Presentation & Discussion: 6:00–7:00 PM
Thomas Architecture Studios