Full 2014 criteria is now posted online. Other questions are addressed here. If you do not find the answer to your question here, contact Keri Dixon, Director of Communications: . We ask that you submit questions in writing so they may be added to the FAQ page.
Design Awards
Design Awards Eligibility Statement
For AIA NC Members
All entries, built or un-built, must becommissioned building projects designed by members of the North Carolina Chapter of the AIA.The projects may be located anywhere in the United States or abroad.Built projects must have been completed within the past 10 years. Un-built projects must be fully commissioned with a scheduled construction start date.
For Non-AIA NC Members
All entries, built or un-built, must be commissioned building projects designed by an architect licensed in North Carolina, and the projects must be located in North Carolina. Built projects must have been completed within the past 10 years. Un-built projects must be fully commissioned with a scheduled construction start date.
Residential projects will not be eligible for entry into the AIA NC Design Awards. Residential projects must be entered into the AIA NC Residential Design Awards. This is a separate entry located on the AIA NC website (aiancawards.org). Residential projects entered here will automatically be moved into the Residential Awards program.
Projects that have previously received an AIA North Carolina Design award are not eligible for entry for another AIA North Carolina Design Award BUT ARE eligible to enter for a Tower or COTE award. Previous Tower and COTE Award winners may submit for Design Awards, but will not be eligible to resubmit for a COTE or Tower award.
All projects will be judged on the basis of their architectural excellence. The jury will determine the final number of awards and whether to confer honor or merit awards.
Q: I have a project I wish to submit for recognition, but not until next year. I would like to find out what the submission requirements are…kinds of information, images, etc. Where can I find that?
A: We look forward to seeing your submission next year. In case you are interested, you should know that you can submit an unbuilt project. Even if it wins an award, it can be resubmitted as a built project in a subsequent year.
Q: Can I submit a project that was completed while I was not an AIANC member?
A: You may submit your project as long as it meets the Submission Criteria, and you are now an AIA North Carolina member in good standing.
Q: For the images you require in the Design Awards submission, are we able to place more than one image per file, as long as the entire file is 8.5×11 at 300dpi?
A: Yes, you may create composite images for up to 4 images.
Q: In reviewing the Design Awards requirements, it appears the selection of project photography is the architect’s choice, and there is no requirement for certain shots or angles. Is this correct?
A: Selection of project photography is indeed the architect’s choice; there are no requirements for photos showing specific angles.
Q: I have a residential project that I would like to submit for the Design Awards, can I submit that here?
A: Any residential project that is submitted here will be automatically moved into the new Residential Designs Awards program. No residential projects will be judged in the AIA NC Design Awards program.
Q: I am not a member of AIA North Carolina, can I still submit my project?
A: YES! New this year, as long as you a licensed in North Carolina and your project is located in North Carolina, you may submit your design awards into the AIA NC Design Awards Program.
Residential Design Awards
For AIA NC Members
All entries, built or un-built, must be single family residential projects designed by members of the North Carolina Chapter of the AIA. The projects may be located anywhere in the United States or abroad.Built projects must have been completed within the past 10 years. Un-built projects must be fully commissioned with a scheduled construction start date.
For Non- AIA NC Members
All entries, built or un-built, must be single family residential projects designed by architects licensed in North Carolina AND the projects must be located in North Carolina. Built projects must have been completed within the past 10 years. Un-built projects must be fully commissioned with a scheduled construction start date.
Projects that have previously won an AIA North Carolina Design Award are not eligible for entry for the Residential Design Awards. Previous Tower and COTE Award winners will be eligible for submission into the AIA NC Residential Design Awards.
All projects will be judged on criteria such as:
- the design’s ability to be sensitive to and complimentary of its surroundings
- the design’s solutions for its client’s needs
- the way people interact with and inhabit the space
Q: Is there a separate awards fee for entering into the Residential Design Awards?
A: The Residential Design Awards was developed as its own award process with the same prestige of the AIA NC Design Design Awards. All residential projects must be submitted for this separate award.
Q: In the past, I have submitted projects for the Design Awards, what if I would still like to submit this project for the AIA NC Design Awards?
A: The Residential Design Awards was developed as its own award process with the same prestige of the AIA NC Design Design Awards. Any residential projects that are submitted into the AIA NC Design Awards will automatically be taken out of that competition and moved to the Residential Design Awards competition.
Q: What if I would like to submit for the COTE and/or Tower Awards?
A: You can still enter into the COTE and Tower Awards with the purchase of a Residential Design Awards entry! Please be sure to select those options and fill out the proper sections on the online form when submitting. These sections will be located at the bottom of the online Residential Design Awards submission form.
Q: Can I submit renovations or additions into the Residential Design Awards?
A: Yes! As long as the renovation or addition involves a residential project, it is welcome to be entered into the Residential Design Awards!
Chapter Awards
AIA North Carolina offers Chapter Awards annually to recognize superior service to the organization, the profession, and to the built environment.
We offer the William Deitrick Service Medal, the F. Carter Williams Gold Medal, Gail A. Lindsey Sustainability Award, AIA NC Legacy Award and the Firm of the Year Award.
Q: Where / how should I send in my nomination form?
A:
Mail to: 14 East Peace Street, Raleigh, NC 27604.
J. Hyatt Hammond Scholarship
In 1999, AIA North Carolina F. Carter Williams Gold Medalist J. Hyatt Hammond, FAIA, established a fund to provide scholarships for young professionals to attend the AIA North Carolina Design Conference, or the triennial South Atlantic Region Conference. Scholarships of up to $500 are awarded annually to up to six applicants.
Design Awards Jury
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Residential Design Awards Jury
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