a portland collective for creatives in every corner of home design

Why join Design Commons?

It’s more than a workspace — we offer designers a home base for collaboration, connection, and the resources to help your business thrive.

Membership

Resident Member

A dedicated private office or desk with locking storage, 24/7 access, business essentials, and a built-in community for collaboration, mentorship, and growth.

Office: $650–$900/month

Desk: $450/month

  • • Dedicated desks and private offices based on need with 24/7 access

    • Robust shared samples library + trade accounts

    • Workshops, panels, vendor presentations, + social events

    • Opportunities to mentor or be mentored

    • Quiet conference room for client meetings or Zoom calls

    • Shared open workspace and casual lounge space

    • Kitchenette with coffee/tea/snacks for fuel and hangs

    • A community of like-minded designers & creatives

COMMUNITY Member

A flexible weekly pass with access to shared workspaces, Wi-Fi, the Materials Library, community events, and 2 hours of conference room time - plus coffee, connection, and collaboration.

$195/month

  • • One day pass per week to work at the communal table or lounge area (between 9-5)

    • High-speed Wi-Fi included

    • Access to the Materials Library

    • Free entry to all community events

    • 2 hours of Conference Room use per month (additional time available at $30/hour)

    • Use of shared open workspace and casual lounge areas

    • Kitchenette with coffee, tea, and snacks

    • Opportunities for mentorship and collaboration within the Design Commons community

DAY PASS

A full day at the communal table or lounge with Wi-Fi, coffee, and access to the Materials Library - plus optional conference room booking when you need it.

$25/day

  • • Dedicated desks and private offices based on need with 24/7 access

    • Robust shared samples library + trade accounts

    • Workshops, panels, vendor presentations, + social events

    • Opportunities to mentor or be mentored

    • Quiet conference room for client meetings or Zoom calls

    • Shared open workspace and casual lounge space

    • Kitchenette with coffee/tea/snacks for fuel and hangs

    • A community of like-minded designers & creatives

Our Story

We believe that good design thrives in community where ideas, resources, and perspectives are shared to create work that is more thoughtful, sustainable, and inspiring.