“While a clear response to its immediate neighbor, the building’s form does have a real life of its own. It is clean, crisp, easy to understand, and updated with a thread of modernism and modern materials. The interiors are crisp and indeed corporate. The introduction of wood, aluminum, steel, and polished tile, all contribute a very discernable character.”

“The restraint of this building is appreciated, as well as the sophisticated use of brick and excellent use of shade and shadow. The scale of the larger openings juxtaposed against the smaller openings is a nice combination and the wall trellis provides a well-defined walkway and play of shadows.”

“This project is well designed and nicely executed. The overall design is solid and open at the same time - appropriate on many levels for an educational facility.”

“The restraint of this building is appreciated, as well as the sophisticated use of brick and excellent use of shade and shadow. The scale of the larger openings juxtaposed against the smaller openings is a nice combination and the wall trellis provides a well-defined walkway and play of shadows.”

“This project is well designed and nicely executed. The overall design is solid and open at the same time - appropriate on many levels for an educational facility.”

“Considered a "Learning Village," this project combines classrooms, multimedia, and office space organized along a sizable front corridor that results in a highly interactive space. We were taken by the amount of daylight that enters into all of the spaces by way of public areas. There are ample opportunities for chance meetings of student to students, student to teacher, and teacher to teacher as they move through the handsome variety of interior spaces that act like urban pathways.”

“The University of Alabama at Birmingham Campus Recreation Center is a multipurpose facility which comprises an enormous number of different sports, leisure and ancillary functions. The design is well integrated into the natural and built environment and very well adapted to the sports and recreational needs of the university students, inviting them to take part in many different sports and social activities. An overall success!”

“A provocative combination of innovative technology and innovative facade, reflecting the technological purpose of the building.”

“This is a powerful project that addresses the program in a creative way.”

“This is a powerful project that addresses the program in a creative way.”

“This building provides a focal point for students and is successful in accommodating communal functions.”

“The drama of the space emanates from the trusses and wood ceiling. Furniture, flooring and lighting are appropriately understated. Opening up the ceiling to expose original steel trusses and wood ceiling deck makes all the difference. Contemporary food buffet also works well with the historic ceiling.”

“Beautiful lighting and material selections. Location and culture well-represented. A well-thought out concept throughout...wonderful connection of spaces.”

““Providing 205,000 sf of state-of-the-art research space, the Innovation Center has enabled UK Medical Center to recruit more than 30 new world-class researchers to Kansas. The open flexible laboratory design accommodates alterations and realignments necessary to support modern and successful research programs while fostering a new sense of collaboration among faculty, staff and students. The partnership between KUMC and the design and construction teams resulted in a physically beautiful, modern functional, flexible research facility; at a great cost; on time; and in budget." H. Edward Phillips, Vice Chancellor for Administration, University of Kansas Medical Center”

“This hospital strongly introduces a nice, organic quality to the plan in this traditionally orthogonal building type. The simplicity of the material palette reinforces the elegance of the forms and allows the natural shapes to shine on their own right”

“The spirit of benevolence award commemorates Katherine B. Loker’s heartfelt dedication to California State University, Dominguez Hills by recognizing an individual or organization that has fostered a sense of community, embraced the value of lifelong learning, and enhanced the educational environment at CSUDH, continuing Loker’s important work of envisioning and creating a better future through education.”

“Preservation and adaptive re-use projects are all too often only driven by literal and meticulous preservation of the 'existing.' In this project, the repair of the old and the introduction of the new are juxtaposed with particular skill and beauty. The gossamer and butterfly-like structures of the new acoustical ceiling offers a contemporary pattern and perfect foil to the Byzantine tile and detail of the original building.”

“Very creative! A beautiful space - well thought out, with great lighting and excellent planning of balcony and stage location.”

“Focusing upon functional and visual flexibility, the lighting design operates with simplicity. Exterior luminaries enhance the steeple, dome, rose windows and entries, while reflections from stained glass windows of the dome decorate the acoustic panels in daylight. The theatrical lighting system includes balcony and side archway trusses. Original chandeliers in the upper reception area were restored, supplemented with track lighting, while fluorescent sources illuminate the lower lobby.”

“The respect for the original architecture is clear, and the lightness of the gesture helps to create the soaring feeling in the space. The technology becomes the new ornament in an old ornamented space.”

“...an impressive space with a carefully crafted renovation.”

“This project has an interesting plan that helps to form a bright, pleasant interior.”

“While the interior reflects functional organization, the exterior expresses the University's desire for a dynamic identity for Parks College, echoing aeronautical forms and the imagery of flight, creating a new centerpiece in campus revitalization.”

“While the interior reflects functional organization, the exterior expresses the University's desire for a dynamic identity for Parks College, echoing aeronautical forms and the imagery of flight, creating a new centerpiece in campus revitalization.”

“The architects have handled the challenge of a tough wedge-shaped site successfully, the vertical expression of the building is very effective, very artful. We also note the very nice detailing in the interiors and carefully thought-through connection between exterior and interior.”

“The design creates unique and exciting form not by being arbitrary, but by responding to an incredible variety of program conditions and requirements.”

““Praise for the building’s seamless connection to the original student center and its compelling interior spaces… It’s a tremendous model for other campuses.””

“This clean and nicely done design demonstrates restraint in deference to the existing building, complementing the past.”

“This major response to the campus pedestrian traffic pattern, drove the design concept. The spine is clearly articulated, and provides views into the gymnasium below. The use of contemporary industrial materials is inventive. A great deal of design thought was invested into materiality, and the result fits seamlessly with its surroundings. Quality of light is a major design consideration, with ample opportunities for natural light to penetrate the building”

“This major response to the campus pedestrian traffic pattern, drove the design concept. The spine is clearly articulated, and provides views into the gymnasium below. The use of contemporary industrial materials is inventive. A great deal of design thought was invested into materiality, and the result fits seamlessly with its surroundings. Quality of light is a major design consideration, with ample opportunities for natural light to penetrate the building”

“The college has a Midwest quality - familiar brick color, familiar silhouettes that are not modishly posturing, but possess a direct normalcy. The best thing about it is that it does have a ‘hit you in between the eyes agenda’ like so many buildings try to have. The building complex does not have self-conscious features that one can discuss - rather there is a sense of humility, environmental response, and appropriateness to the site.”

“Powerful master plan created more for the campus than just the student center. Strong idea to put green space at center of campus to complement the student center development.”

“A very effective re-energization of an existing facility with a dynamic addition. The architectural expression is strong and dramatic. The interior spaces are very well detailed with much thought given to spatial quality.”

“A very effective re-energization of an existing facility with a dynamic addition. The architectural expression is strong and dramatic. The interior spaces are very well detailed with much thought given to spatial quality.”

“This work has spurred economic development, increased heritage awareness and tourism, revitalized the community, and helped unveil the beauty of the area's rich architectural and cultural heritage...”

“Beautiful facility, recreation and conference/ballroom spaces, outstanding proposal, encompasses traditional rec center features along with new, innovative concepts, uniting multiple usages for shared viewing of recreation.”

“...for its curved and inclined shapes, expressing lightness and brilliance, through long, clear spans.”

“A wonderfully executed, complex project. Nice design continuity between the diverse spectator, athletic & recreational components. The arena and fitness center sit comfortably next to one another, each retaining its own image without sacrificing function or aesthetics.”

“BU's new Fitness and Recreation Center is the product of talent and experience applied with great passion. It's one of the best facilities in the country and fits well architecturally in its urban context. Definitely an award winner.”

“The new entrance and internal circulation welcome natural light and transparency into the facility, enhancing its value as a campus destination...a good solution for a tight site...interior spaces feature exciting and interesting volumes.”

“A well-balanced palette of exterior materials with a strong sculptural quality. Great use of simple materials - spatial flow - soothing yet exciting colors. Very graceful, almost a spiritual quality. Very interesting arrangement of spaces. The play organized around the track works well and creates an interesting focal point.”

“Track was unique feature – allowing views to the majority of the areas within the facility – making participants engaged in all activity visible. The daylighting and views of the outside, as well as internal sightlines, make it a very active, attractive space. A strong architectural statement. Vibrant interior.”

“The facility projects a futuristic demeanor matched only by the technologies in use within its walls.”

“Students and the community are able to interact and connect with this design, while embracing learning opportunities on sustainability.”

“...for its curved and inclined shapes, expressing lightness and brilliance, through long, clear spans.”

“BU's new Fitness and Recreation Center is the product of talent and experience applied with great passion. It's one of the best facilities in the country and fits well architecturally in its urban context. Definitely an award winner.”

“BU's new Fitness and Recreation Center is the product of talent and experience applied with great passion. It's one of the best facilities in the country and fits well architecturally in its urban context. Definitely an award winner.”

“...for its curved and inclined shapes, expressing lightness and brilliance, through long, clear spans.”

“A wonderfully executed, complex project. Nice design continuity between the diverse spectator, athletic & recreational components. The arena and fitness center sit comfortably next to one another, each retaining its own image without sacrificing function or aesthetics.”

“A wonderfully executed, complex project. Nice design continuity between the diverse spectator, athletic & recreational components. The arena and fitness center sit comfortably next to one another, each retaining its own image without sacrificing function or aesthetics.”

“...nice departure from the warehouse syndrome prevalent in this building type...It's a very big building, but well organized and scaled, especially the courtyard as the focal point. It pulls the plan together horizontally and vertically, combining different stairs and circulation to the upper and lower levels. The use of daylighting makes it a pleasant place to hang out. It's definitely one of my favorite projects.”

“Well-detailed inside and out. A very impactful renovation and addition.”

“A spectacular project...the project team did an outstanding and sensitive job in restoring the fabric of the building while blending old and new components to provide a modern-day facility.”

“Excellent restoration!...sensitivity to the original design while meeting the program...innovative design in acoustical panels, seating and lighting.”

“Innovative while recognizing its content. Layers of connectedness. Strong, clear concept”

“...a beautiful layering of forms and materials, and excellent integration of sustainable features.”

“It's a great use of space that is both versatile and functional. Ramsey Student Center meets a broad range of needs for intercollegiate athletics, student recreation and academic functions.”

“Nicely lit spaces via natural light with some interesting interplay of spaces.”

“RIMAC is a very inviting building, with handsome use of materials. It's a well-executed design that makes excellent use of topography to address building scale, function and circulation. The building relates well to the site terrain, which also makes for an interesting interior as one moves through the facility.”

“The well-defined concept of the multi-purpose facility for college and community sport is characterized by its vast capacity and versatility. Its clear design as a sports mall permitting a huge variety of activities is marked by effective control of user flows...natural light and an outstanding choice of materials that create a dignified and agreeable atmosphere.”

“...A straightforward solution that uses the repetitive forms to achieve an elegant composition. Rather than use architecture to decorate utility, the designer turns the process around, making a virtue of this direct expression of function.”

“A very impressive facility, with some appropriately grand spaces. For such a complex program, the organization is quite clear and understandable.”

“Certainly a classical building and an appropriate addition to a very traditional campus. Logical, legible entrances and controlled access points work with the topography and campus circulation.”

“This bold transformation takes great advantage of its context. The new entry and exercise pavilion set the tone for a remarkable evolution of the existing facility. The large, oval volume is dynamic, open, and inviting. It's easy to see how this new form and the activities it contains have inspired greater student participation and connectivity to the campus.”

“The sports and leisure center has given Texas Christian University an invigorating range of activities that enriches campus life enormously - not only for students and users, but also from the point of view of the university itself. Its transparency is an invitation to enter and explore the materials employed, the building and room volumes, and hence the use of energy, are extremely beneficial. Its high design quality can be seen from the many fine solutions that have been found for the various user groups and traffic flows.”

“...a clever and exotic addition to the campus, the building's form clearly communicates the notion of movement and the varied uses of materials, such as copper, visually unite the new and existing structures”

“...a clever and exotic addition to the campus, the building's form clearly communicates the notion of movement and the varied uses of materials, such as copper, visually unite the new and existing structures”

“The sports and leisure center has given Texas Christian University an invigorating range of activities that enriches campus life enormously - not only for students and users, but also from the point of view of the university itself. Its transparency is an invitation to enter and explore the materials employed, the building and room volumes, and hence the use of energy, are extremely beneficial. Its high design quality can be seen from the many fine solutions that have been found for the various user groups and traffic flows.”

“This bold transformation takes great advantage of its context. The new entry and exercise pavilion set the tone for a remarkable evolution of the existing facility. The large, oval volume is dynamic, open, and inviting. It's easy to see how this new form and the activities it contains have inspired greater student participation and connectivity to the campus.”

“...working with a very restrictive existing building on top of a hill, the design team opened up the plan by stacking program spaces on three levels, while providing the visitor and student with panoramic views of the campus...Most attractive are the volume and shape of spaces, the interaction between these spaces and the exposure of these activities to the outside...”

“Beautiful combination of materials inside and out”

“Locally harvested and manufactured wood structure and finish provide a unique aesthetic and appropriate connection to the surrounding wooded context. Nicely detailed exterior combines copper, stone and glass into strong organizing elements; interiors are very simply and cleanly detailed.”

“An exceptional job in site location, interior finishes and optimizing visual accessibility. This approach expands the definition of campus recreation on campus—promoting a sense of place as well as activity. The achievement of LEED Silver certification is commendable”

“Exceptional Attention to Detail and Program Elements”

“A lace-like structure, in a gothic revival of steel.”

“The application of structural steel to the arches on this project is a religious experience. Awesome!”

“Creative design for the structural system and building envelope, combined with attention to environmental sustainability, create a landmark building with an important community purpose: translating research into effective vaccines and therapeutics.”

“The masonry provides a strong base and contrast to the fluted glass façade elements, which expertly brings filtered natural light to the interiors. The overall project is a crisp, cool, contemporary facility that is nicely detailed. ”