ARCADE's mission is to reinforce the principle that thoughtful design at every scale of human endeavor improves our quality of life. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, ARCADE fulfills its mission through its award-winning magazine; events, educational lectures, panel discussions, salons; and web presence, which includes its website, e-newsletter, online calendar of Northwest design events and growing social media community. This year ARCADE is celebrating its 35th anniversary.

In our magazine, we bring together voices from multiple design disciplines -- architecture, landscape architecture, urban planning, industrial design, graphic design, etc. -- and the arts community. Dedicated to providing a Northwest perspective, we present insights and review notable regional topics. We also work with contributors from around the world in an effort to better understand how the Northwest fits into a global dialogue.

ARCADE also hosts and partners on design-related events in the Seattle area. From lectures to salons to our highly-anticipated magazine launch events, ARCADE strives to bring our community together to connect face-to-face through engaging, inspiring programming around design.