We are hosting our 4th Portland Community Art Camp (Camp P.C.A.C.) 2025 next week!! (fondly referred to as Camp Peacock). There will be two sessions, July 14-18 and July 21-25, from 9:30-5:30 for children ages 7-10 yrs (flexible). Sliding scale ($150 - $225). 12 campers per session. Camp will be overseen by Laurie Simpson (owner of Connect Architecture) with lovely camp counselors, Sophia Simpson & Mina Grover - activities will include music education, painting & drawing lessons, clay & textile work, dance, gardening & nature exploration, Japanese cultural art & cooking, puppet making, paper mâché, upcycling, and more! There will be an art show and performance at the end of each session! If interested email laurie@connectarchitecture.us and s.rae.simpson1@gmail.com or call 503-367-8057.

“Camp peacock is homegrown magic! Art, music, movement and connection at the most beautiful private location! Kids will remember this for years to come.” -Sue Rideout, Parent

“Both of my daughters loved Camp Peacock! It was such a fun and creative experience, and they brought home really amazing art work. They enjoyed the experience of trying new things with new friends so much! They made awesome memories there.” -Colleen Hein, Parent

“Camp Peacock was an amazing camp for both of my kids. It appealed to all of their senses with all of the different options and modes of participation. I can’t recommend it strongly enough.” -Nicole L Hilton, Parent

“My sons participated in Camp Peacock two years in a row and they had a blast! Each day they brought home the proud rewards of their creative exploration. The counselors were fun, kind and encouraging — just what my kids needed to believe in themselves as young artists!” -Sarah Shaoul, Parent

“I enjoyed going to Camp Peacock each year because I could do arts and crafts and spend time with my friends” -Donovan Lamb, Camper

“Camp peacock allowed me to explore my creative side and create such special memories with my friends!” -Helen Rideout, Camper

“Even though I came with friends, I made connections with many more like-minded people. The range of activities were unique and fun, and things I wouldn’t do on my own. Camp Peacock is a supportive & wholesome environment to nurture kids’ creativity!” - Pearl, camper

Connect is honored to have helped make these three elementary school’s vision a reality this year - congratulation to City View Charter, Emerson and Portland Village School!! Haven’t taken photos yet, but here are some renderings!

Connect Architecture completed the design of this unique cottage development tucked into a Vancouver neighborhood - construction is scheduled to start in the next few weeks!

This modern home was designed by Connect Architecture in Multnomah Village with large glass block windows - something the city hasn’t seen in 30 years. The gorgeous japanese tile compliments the glass block beautifully. Construction should be done in a few weeks!