Celebrating the best of local residential architecture
Categories
Modern Home – new construction
- Under 3,000 sq ft
- Over 3,000 sq ft
Modern Remodeled Home – alterations to existing construction
- Limited Remodel: Projects that do not comprehensively alter an existing home (Examples: updated interior space(s) such as a kitchen or addition to an existing home such as a primary bedroom wing)
- Comprehensive Remodel (with or without addition) including adaptive reuse: Projects that comprehensively alter an existing home or convert an existing structure into a home
Traditional / Historic Home – any new construction, renovation or historic restoration
Ancillary Structure – any detached supporting structure to a home or multifamily project such as a guest house, pool cabana, potting shed, or garage
Multi-Family Structure – any residential structure(s) accommodating more than one dwelling on a single piece of property
Entry Information
- Projects must be located within the AIA San Antonio Chapter boundary which includes the following counties: Atascosa / Bandera / Bexar / Comal / Dimmit / Edwards / Frio / Gillespie / Gonzalez / Guadalupe / Kendall / Kerr / Kimble / Kinney / Llano / Mason / Maverick / Medina / Real / Uvalde / Val Verde / Wilson / Zavala.
- Projects must be entered by a Professional Member of AIA San Antonio – AIA & Assoc. AIA members.
- Firms may submit a maximum of four (4) entries across all categories per year.
- Firms may submit a maximum of two (2) entries per category per year.
- If either of the two subcategories of a Main Category receives fewer than five submissions, the subcategories will be collapsed and all entries will be juried as a single category.
- Submissions may include up to twelve (12) pages of images with multiple images allowed on a page; Floor and Site Plans are in addition to the 12 pages of images.
- Cost: $150 per entry and $200 per late entry.
- Projects from any year may be submitted (there is no “completion date” cutoff).
- Projects that have previously won an AIA San Antonio Chapter, State or National Award are not eligible.
Preliminary Schedule
- 2/19/24 Call for Entry
- 4/8/24 Entry Deadline
- 4/15/24 Late Entry Deadline
- 4/15-19 Jurors Deliberation Window
- 4/22-5/3 Social Media Campaign - Instagram
- 5/6-5/10 Finalists Announced via Instagram
- 5/16 Award Ceremony
2024 People Award Call for Entry
A CELEBRATION OF PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT AND COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP FOR SAN ANTONIO. AIA San Antonio’s People Awards recognize leadership achievement at significant stages in an individual’s professional development.
- The Rising Star Award salutes young professional leadership.
- The Trailblazer Award recognizes a mid-career professional who has made significant contributions to the profession of Architecture.
- The Allied Member Award recognizes an industry partner who has contributed significantly to AIA San Antonio and its members.
- The Legacy Award honors a lifetime of AIA leadership.
- The Community Partner Award honors an individual outside the practice of architecture whose vision and influence is evidenced in significant urban, environmental or neighborhood impacts.
NOMINATION PROCEDURE
There is no limit to how many years a nominee may be submitted for an award; however, a recipient may receive a specific award only once. Awards are not given posthumously. Chapter members may self-nominate.
- THERE IS NO ENTRY FEE FOR PEOPLE NOMINATIONS.
- NOMINATION DEADLINE IS JULY 1, 2024.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Information submitted should specifically demonstrate how the nominee’s achievements, work, contributions, and experiences meet the purpose and criteria of the specific award.
All nominations must be entered via Submittable. Nomination materials are to be uploaded as PDF or Image files, and within the limits listed in the individual award nomination guidelines.
Digital images contained in the PDF file are to be of low resolution. PDF files must be smaller than 15MB. PDF Optimizer and the Save As feature of Acrobat Professional will help make files compact without compromising integrity.
Upon final selection, nominators and/or recipients will be contacted to provide high-resolution images as needed. These images will be used for website and media announcements and award presentation.
Black text on a light/white background is preferred. Provide succinct narratives and descriptive statements with images. A page is defined as 8.5” x 11”.
PEOPLE AWARD CATEGORIES
RISING STAR
The Rising Star Award is awarded to a member of AIA San Antonio who has shown exceptional leadership and made significant contributions to the profession in the early stages of his or her architectural career.
ELIGIBILITY
AIA Member or Assoc. AIA Member who has been practicing or licensed fewer than 10 years by the submission deadline.
CRITERIA
- High qualities of leadership
- Service to AIA San Antonio
- Evidence of exceptional leadership and contributions to the profession and/or the community
SUBMITTAL
Complete the 2024 Submittable Nomination Form to include:
- A one-page nomination letter written summarizing the nominee’s contributions
- A biography of the nominee, professional offices and positions held, honors, and activities that relate to the purpose of the award, to include a bulleted list of contributions (not to exceed two pages)
- Exhibits of a maximum of 6 pages with images and/or other materials that best demonstrate the nominee’s outstanding accomplishments. Please identify all work done by a firm, and the nominee’s role for any projects listed in exhibits.
- Up to 3 one-page letters of support that are specific in their recommendation and reasons for support. Nomination letters should be addressed to Justin Ford, AIA – Chair, AIA People Awards Committee.
- A photograph of the nominee
TRAILBLAZER
The Trailblazer Award recognizes an AIA San Antonio member who, at mid-career, has made significant contributions to the profession of Architecture. This individual’s endeavor, whether specific or broad in nature, will have identified them as a Trailblazer willing to take risk and focused on exceeding all expectations to make an impact.
ELIGIBILITY
AIA Member licensed 10 or more years
CRITERIA
- High qualities of leadership in a specific or broad area of the profession
- Service to AIA San Antonio
- Evidence of exceptional leadership and contributions to the AIA San Antonio Chapter and/or the architectural community
SUBMITTAL
Complete the 2024 Submittable Nomination Form to include:
- A one-page nomination letter written summarizing the nominee’s contributions. This letter should be addressed to Justin Ford, AIA – Chair, AIA People Awards Committee
- A biography or resume of the nominee, to include professional offices and positions held, honors, and activities that relate to the purpose of the award, and a bulleted list of contributions (not to exceed two pages)
- Exhibits of a maximum of 6 pages with images and/or other materials that best demonstrate the nominee’s outstanding accomplishments. Please identify all work done by a firm, and the nominee’s role for any projects listed in exhibits.
- Up to 3 one-page letters of support that are specific in their recommendation and reasons for support.
- A photograph of the nominee
ALLIED MEMBER OF THE YEAR AWARD
The Allied Member of the Year Award recognizes an Allied Member whose interest, participation and concern have advanced and contributed significantly to the profession of architecture through their membership and engagement in AIA San Antonio.
ELIGIBILITY
Nominee must be an AIA San Antonio Allied Member (company or individual) in good standing for at least three consecutive years by the submission deadline.
CRITERIA
- Widely recognized for the quality of their work and service to the profession
- Service to AIA San Antonio
- Evidence of exceptional leadership and contributions to the profession and/or the community
- Promotes the value of Allied Membership within the profession and to the design community
SUBMITTAL
Complete the 2024 Submittable Nomination Form to include:
- A one-page nomination letter summarizing the nominee’s contributions
- A biography of the nominee, professional offices and positions held, honors, and activities that relate to the purpose of the award, to include a bulleted list of contributions (not to exceed two pages)
- Exhibits of a maximum of 6 pages with images and/or other materials that summarize the Allied Member's programs, activities and involvement with AIA San Antonio and its members
- Up to 3 one-page letters of support that are specific in their recommendation and reasons for support. Nomination letters should be addressed to Justin Ford, AIA – Chair, AIA People Awards Committee.
- A photograph of the nominee
- A corporate or company logo, if applicable
LEGACY AWARD
The Legacy Award recognizes an AIA San Antonio member for a lifetime of distinguished leadership and dedication to architecture, the profession, and the community. The award, our chapter’s highest honor, recognizes members who, by their example and service, have made significant contributions to the advancement of the profession and their community.
ELIGIBILITY
Professional members of AIA San Antonio are eligible for this award; however, as this award recognizes lifetime achievement, nominees should be in the latter phase of their career.
CRITERIA
Evidence of nominee’s contribution of great depth and breadth, having an individual and collective effect and influence on the profession of architecture
- Aspects of the nominee’s work or life experience that may have reflected contributions or sensitivity concerning areas of special interest to AIA San Antonio, its members, and the architecture profession
- Significant contributions to the practice of architecture
- Significant contributions to the architectural profession
- Significant contributions to the community
SUBMITTAL
Complete the 2024 Submittable Nomination Form to include:
- A one-page nomination letter written by the nominating member summarizing the nominee’s contributions and fit to the criteria above
- A biography of the nominee (not to exceed four pages). A graphic timeline may be included.
- A statement/list of the nominee’s achievements and awards
- May include up to 10 pages of exhibits, with descriptive statements and images, demonstrating the nominee’s work
- A maximum of 3 letters of support explicit in their recommendation
- A photograph of the nominee
COMMUNITY PARTNER
The Community Partner Award recognizes an individual who is not an Architect or organization for their extended commitment to community service and/or significant contributions to the community as evidenced in a positive impact on urban, environmental, or neighborhood issues.
ELIGIBILITY
Members of the San Antonio community who are not practicing architects are eligible for this award.
CRITERIA
Work that has made a difference through leadership, or the singular effort of an individual that has positively impacted the community
- Demonstration of an extended commitment to community service
- Evidence of a significant, positive impact on urban, environmental, or neighborhood issues
SUBMITTAL
Complete the 2024 Submittable Nomination Form to include:
- A one-page nomination letter summarizing the nominee’s contributions
- A biography of the nominee, including professional history, offices and positions held, honors, and activities, to include a bulleted list of contributions (not to exceed two pages)
- Exhibits of a maximum of 6 pages with images and/or other materials that best demonstrate the accomplishments or effect of the nominee’s contributions
- Up to 3 one-page letters of support that are specific in their recommendation and reasons for support. Nomination letters should be addressed to Justin Ford, AIA – Chair, AIA People Awards Committee.
- A photograph of the nominee
The 2024 PEOPLE + PLACE Awards Celebration will be announced on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, 6:00 - 9:00PM.
2024 AWARDS SCHEDULE
- MARCH 11, 2024 Call for People Award Nominations Released
- JULY 1, 2024 Nomination deadline for People Awards.
- JULY 31, 2024 Winners Notified
- NOVEMBER 12, 2024 People + Place Award Celebration
SUBMISSION ASSISTANCE Please direct any questions regarding submissions or procedures to:
BELINDA SANCHEZ, MANAGING DIRECTOR
AIA San Antonio | belinda@aiasa.org | 210.544.0898 (CELL, TEXT ONLY PLEASE)
2024 AIA San Antonio Design Awards
Student Call for Entries
The AIA San Antonio Design Awards program recognizes outstanding built and un-built architectural projects by local architectural professionals and students and promotes public awareness on the value of Design Excellence. Student Entries will be judged on the merit of quality of design, resolution of the program, conceptual clarity, innovation, thoughtfulness, and execution.
The People + Place Awards Banquet will be held on Tuesday, November 12. 2024.
STUDENT AWARDS
Entry is open to currently enrolled students or recent graduates from UTSA’s School of Architecture and Planning or the San Antonio College Architecture program. Students may submit assigned studio projects, theoretical projects, independent research projects or competition entries completed in the last two academic years (beginning Summer 2022) while enrolled at UTSA or SAC. Each entry will be judged solely on a PDF presentation and a written project description. Online submission is required. See Entry Form for instructions.
SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
JURY PDF—submit a PDF presentation that presents the project in detail to the Jury. It should be concise, thorough, and of high graphic quality. Requirements include the following:
- 20 pages maximum
- File size to not exceed 20 MB
- Filename: “Student24ProjectName.pdf”
- Submittals shall not contain sound, animation, video clips, QR codes, hyperlinks, or links to other files or pages within.
- The entrant’s identity shall not be present anywhere within the Jury PDF.
- A Title/Introduction Page is required and shall include the Project Name, project size (in square feet), and location. It shall also include a 250-word maximum written description.
- Site Plans and Floor Plans shall include a graphic scale and north arrow.
PUBLICITY IMAGES —submit four that best portray the project. These images will be used during the ceremony event and may be provided to the media.
- JPEG format, landscape or portrait
- 1920x1080 minimum resolution
- 4MB maximum file size
- Filenames: “ProjectName01.jpg”, “Project Name02.jpg”, etc.
PROJECT ENTRY FORM
- Complete the online entry form
FEES
There are no entry fees for students. The winning submission will receive complimentary reservations for two to the People + Place Awards Celebration to accept the award.
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION
Submissions are due by 11:59 pm, Friday, May 31
INQUIRIES
Please contact AIA San Antonio (210) 226-4979 with any questions about the submission process.