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Featured Contributor — July 2025

Elena Vance

Staff Writer & Design Critic

Elena Vance explores the intersection of urban planning and daily life. Based in Portland, she investigates how physical environments shape community and belonging. Her work has appeared in Architectural Digest and Metropolis Magazine. When not writing, she is restoring a 19th-century clock tower.

12 Published Pieces 3.5k Followers

We are proud to work with a diverse roster of journalists, photographers, and illustrators who share our commitment to depth and clarity.

Every contributor undergoes a rigorous vetting process to ensure their voice resonates with our readership. Below is our current roster, sorted alphabetically by surname.

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  • Adrian Chen

    Technology & Society — 14 Articles

  • Alice Wu

    Travel & Culture — 8 Articles

  • Benjamin Blum

    Science & Environment — 21 Articles

  • Clara Fitzroy

    Film & Television — 6 Articles

  • David Soto

    Music Reviews — 15 Articles

  • Elena Vance

    Design & Architecture — 12 Articles

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