InProcess is a quarterly lecture series presented by AIA Portland exploring the creative process of local architects, designers, makers, and creators.

These lectures are free and open to the public. Join us February 4 at the Center for Architecture, 403 NW 11th Avenue, Portland.

Clayton Taylor
West of West

Clayton Taylor is a co-founder and principal at West of West, an architecture and design studio that creates experience driven buildings and interiors. The studio’s obsession with materiality, light, and form has allowed them to assemble a broad portfolio including bespoke retail, creative workplace, and hospitality projects. West of West emerged from over ten years of professional collaboration between Clayton Taylor and Jai Kumaran and embodies their commitment to a team-driven approach to design. Currently the studio has offices in Portland and Los Angeles with active work is Oregon, Washington, California, and Texas. 

Ethan Rose
Parallel Studio

Ethan Rose is the founder and creative director of Parallel Studio, a sound-focused design studio specializing in environmental and interactive sonic experiences.  Parallel works with a variety of clients to bring sound into the world in new and innovative ways.  Select projects include sound installations for retail, office, and branded environments for clients such as Microsoft, Nike, Dolby, and the University of Oregon.