Journal
Stories of transformation
Sustainability vs. Regeneration
The UN defines sustainability as the ability to meet our current needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs. This model seeks to do less harm now so that our kids and grandkids will be able to survive. But is this good enough?
Regenerative and Biophilic Design with Amanda Sturgeon
Amanda Sturgeon is an award-winning architect, author, speaker, and thought-leader in the regenerative design space. She is an expert in biophilic design and her work helps to connect the thought that people are nature are part of one living system.
Latitude’s Formal Response to Black Lives Matter and Policy Brutality
Latitude supports Black Lives Matter and decries racial injustice and police brutality. Our global community is ailing and divided. In order to be leaders during these turbulent times we must acknowledge our present reality. This reality has been shaped by centuries of oppression and marginalization that has led to social inequality, economic injustice, and ecocide.
Becoming the World’s Only Living Future Accredited Real Estate Sales Team
“In 2020 we set an ambitious goal of becoming the world’s only (as far as we know of) real estate team that is accredited by the International Living Future Institute.”
Designing Healthy, Natural Homes with Paula Baker-Laporte
Paula Baker-Laporte is an author, architect, and visionary. She has been named one of the top 10 green architects in the US and is a principal at EcoNest Architecture.
A Plea to Realtors: Don’t Fall into the Stereotypes
“For many years I had a hard time telling anyone I met that I was a real estate agent.” The word “Realtor” felt slimy and I did not identify with it. To me the word conjured up sentiments similar to that of a used car salesman—pushy sales tactics, dishonest, and manipulative.”
Creating Vibrant, Community-Oriented Housing with Eli Spevak
Eli Spevak has been developing affordable housing communities in Oregon for over 20 years, starting as a volunteer construction supervisor with Habitat for Humanity.
Building Small for a Sustainable World with Jake Fry
In 2005 Jake Fry left his carpentry job building luxury homes in Vancouver BC to chase a dream of building small structures tucked away in people’s backyards and on alleys.
How Cities Can Design for Regeneration with Dr. Michael Mehaffy
Michael Mehaffy is a an urbanist, architectural theorist, urban philosopher, researcher, educator, and executive director of Sustasis Foundation.
Healthy and Inspiring Buildings with Stephen Aiguier from Green Hammer
Listen to the transformative story of Stephen Aiguier on how he became one of the leaders of the sustainability movement in real estate. His company, Green Hammer, is an award-winning design/build firm that has completed projects that range from LEED homes to Living Building Challenges.
The Importance of a Healthy Home with Environmental Wellness Expert Michelle Bexelius
In this insightful interview on The Regenerative Real Estate Podcast, Neal talks with environmental wellness expert Michelle Bexelius about the not-so-well-known things about our homes and lifestyles that impact our health.
Creating Community with Pocket Neighborhood Founder Ross Chapin
In this stimulating interview on The Regenerative Real Estate Podcast, we talk to Ross Chapin, the world renown architect that popularized pocket neighborhoods, about his life experiences that led to his concept of community-oriented and nourishing housing.
Victory Gardens
With the country on lockdown and people isolated to their homes, these are momentous times that we will never forget. This global pandemic—much like recessions, wars, and terrorists events in the past—will inextricably mark an epoch time that will change the world forever.
Urban Farming, Plant Intelligence, and Biodiversity with Ann Forsthoefel
In this exciting interview with visionary leader and regenerative agriculture practitioner, Ann talks about the evolution of her life and how she created Annie’s Urban Farm, a 5,500 sf farm in the heart of north Portland.
Creating Urban Environments for the Future with Alex Joyce
Tune in for episode 1 of The Regenerative Real Estate Podcast where host Neal Collins interviews prominent urban planner Alex Joyce of Cascadia Partners…
A Quick Homeowners Guide to Improving Your Yard and Landscape
Resilience has long been associated with making it — growing despite the odds. Why wouldn’t you want your home to provide more than just shelter? It can become an immensely productive and gratifying place to cultivate your edible landscape, work on improving your energy systems, and meet your neighbors in the process.
Do You Have a New Year’s Resolution for Your House?
At the beginning of each year we take stock of our lives and set intentions to make improvements in areas we deem important. As someone that is big on goal setting, I believe strongly in the power of New Year’s Resolutions.
Edible Landscaping 101
You’ve heard about the local food movement and are curious to about growing some of your own food. So why create an edible landscape? This post goes into a step by step process of how to approach creating the edible yard of your dreams!
Social Permaculture in Real Estate
Finding community in the heart of Sellwood: an interview with Neal Collins and Matt Bibeau on how City Repair got started.
Where to Get Wood Chips in Portland
When we first started tackling our garden-overhaul project we knew that we needed to remove many plants and rebuild the soil health.