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2007 AIA Kentucky Design Awards

Four Projects Recognized for Design Excellence

A diverse group of building projects have been recognized for Excellence in Architectural Design by AIA Kentucky. One (1) Honor Award and three (3) Citations were presented to the architects and owners of the selected projects during ceremonies on Saturday, October 13, 2007 during AIA Kentucky's annual convention in Columbus, Indiana. The winners are:

HONOR AWARD

For Excellence in Architectural Design

Gheens Barn and Peyton Samuel Head Trust Pavilion
Crestwood, KY

Architect: De Leon & Primmer Architecture Workshop, Louisville
Owner: Yew Dell Gardens / Paul Cappiello

Jury Comments:
"This project is to be commended for its sensitive response to the natural terrain, respect for a historic structure, and appropriately simple design of the new pavilion. Demonstrating an intelligent use of materials and application of sustainable principles, this project is nicely detailed and appealing. A small project executed very well on a modest budget."

CITATION

For Excellence in Architectural Design

Dr. Tom Haas Medical Office Building
Louisville, KY

Architect: JRA Architects, Louisville
Owner: Lynne Property Investments, Inc.

Jury Comments:
"This project demonstrates excellent design follow through from exterior to interior, with consistent themes throughout the building. The architect's design successfully answers the client's desire for an image statement and goes beyond to produce an artful expression of plastic surgery. Use of materials and attention to detailing is impressive."

CITATION

For Excellence in Architectural Design

Preston Pointe
Louisville, KY

Architect: Potter & Associates Architects, Louisville, KY
Owner: PM Partners LLC

Jury Comments:
“As infill construction, this building's bold, iconic design creates a landmark statement, and as a consequence, brings new vitality and interest to an older urban neighborhood. It fearlessly responds to difficult site constraints and mixed-use conditions. This project generated lively discussion among the jurors, who agree that it will stimulate needed dialogue about contextual design.”

CITATION

For Excellence in Interior Renovation

Chapel Renovation, Monastery of the Immaculate Conception
Ferdinand, IN

Architect: Cox Allen and Associates, Architects, Louisville
Owner: Sisters of St. Benedict, Monastery of the Immaculate Conception

Jury Comments:
“The magnificence of the original architecture has been enhanced by this interior renovation. This project exemplifies a subtle intervention with a reserved hand in which each change made a notable improvement. The enhanced lighting emphasizes the true beauty of the original interior. New architectural elements contribute to the sacredness of the space and the experience of worshipers.”

THE JURY

The jurors met August 18, 2007 at the offices of AIA Kansas City in Kansas City, Missouri to review the 44 entries received for this year's program. The jury members were:

• Stephen N. Abend, FAIA -Principal-In-Charge of Design, ASAI Architecture, Kansas City (Jury Chair)
• Kathy Achelpohl, AIA, LEED, AP - Principal In Charge, BNIM Architects, Kansas City
• David Dowell, Associate AIA - Principal, el dorado, inc., Kansas City
• Cary C. Goodman, FAIA - Goodman Architecture, Kansas City

The jury was directed to evaluate each project based on the success with which the project met its own individual requirements. In its deliberations, the jury considered energy efficiency and accessibility to persons with disabilities, as well as functional utility, economy, environmental harmony and attention to the social concerns of the profession. Each was weighed individually, not in comparison with one another, and the jury was free to select as many or as few projects as it determined to be worthy of recognition. Projects selected were deemed to have successfully met the scope of challenges with which the architect was presented.

2006 AIA Kentucky Design Awards

Six projects have been recognized with Awards for Excellence in Architectural Design in the 2006 AIA Kentucky Honor Awards Program. Two (2) Honor Awards, three (3) Merit Awards and one (1) Citation were presented to the architects and owners of the selected projects during ceremonies on Friday, November 3, 2006 during AIA Kentucky's annual convention in Covington, Kentucky. The winners are:

HONOR AWARD

For Excellence in Architectural Design

Center for Rural Health, University of Kentucky
Hazard, KY

Design Architect: Omni Architects, Lexington
Owner: University of Kentucky

Jury Comments:
“We compliment this project for its consistency in addressing the exterior, interior and details of the building.  This was evidence of skilled hands at work.  The project achieved a strong composition, and was successful in breaking down a large building mass into human-scale parts. We applaud the restrained material palette, and the high level of attention and execution throughout. We compliment the design team for the energy their design brought to a program that could easily have received less creative design consideration.”

HONOR AWARD

For Excellence in Architectural Design

Ekstrom Library Addition, University of Louisville
Louisville, KY

Architect: Voelker Blackburn Niehoff Architects, Inc., Louisville
Associated Architects: Hillier Architecture, Princeton, NJ
Owner: University of Louisville

Jury Comments:
“This library expansion project created a wonderful public front that enhanced the park-like setting of the court.  We applaud the strategy of putting the collection in an auto retrieval system in order to create more spaces for students, and made a strong case for the portico-like front facade.  The project made strong conceptual use of day-lighting that reinforces the plan.  A high level of confidence and skill were evident, and the project successfully reinforced edges established by the campus plan while it created an enhanced experience between the building, its court and the inhabitants.”

MERIT AWARD

Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Building - Frankfort, KY

Architect: Voelker Blackburn Niehoff Architects, Inc., Louisville
Owners: Commonwealth of Kentucky Transportation Cabinet
Project Administrator: Commonwealth of Kentucky Finance & Administration Cabinet

Jury Comments:
"A rich tapestry of facades that brings life to the city, while reducing the mass of a very large building. Very successful integration of a parking structure into the overall design. The organizational "internal highway" is an effective and appropriate organizing element that provides structured referential views back to the city, while the north serpentine facade with views of the neighboring hillside is an effective and welcome contrasting element. A very nice public project!"

MERIT AWARD

For Excellence in Architectural Design

Dearie House
Louisville, KY

Architect: Michael Koch and Associates Architects, Louisville, KY
Owner: David & Macarena Dearie

Jury Comments:
“The project achieved a great sense of volume with skillful articulation and exuberant use of materials.  The integration of exterior and interior was a good response to the proximity to the park.  The house achieved interest through the contrast of the large and small spaces with details that attended to the interest of domestic living. The architects created a feeling of warmth in this house that must be very welcoming for the inhabitants.”

MERIT AWARD

For Excellence in Architectural Design

Dickson Residence
Frankfort, KY

Architect: Guyon Architects Incorporated, Lexington, KY
Owner: Bettina Dickson

Jury Comments:
“The house used a simple and strong concept in the “seesaw” roofs and their corresponding porticoes.  The layer of columns created an effective contrast to the opaque volumes behind them.  The tall thin columns further enhanced the tension between the portico layer and the volumes under the roof. The highly textured bricolage of interior materials extended to the outside and effectively bridged the exterior and the interior.”

MERIT AWARD

For Excellence in Architectural Design

Natural Science Building, Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights , KY

Architect: Omni Architects, Lexington
Owner: Commonwealth of Kentucky

Jury Comments:
“We compliment this project for its clear plan and thoughtful siting. The playfulness of the eccentric elements and volumes contrasted with the highly ordered modules.  This contrast created excitement yet grounded them in a building reminiscent of a large ark.  There was skillful planning, such as that of a double loaded corridor enlivened by the singular side of thick wall comprising of storage, etc.  The concrete material related well to its program as a science building, and the concrete also successfully contrasted with the light layers of metal cladding.”

CITATION

For Excellence in Architectural Design

Mason Source
Lexington, KY

Architect: Sherman Carter Barnhart PSC, Lexington
Owner: Mike Huskisson

Jury Comments:
“Clear evidence of the joy of working with masonry.  This office building distinguished itself by the relationship between the masonry shell and the interior.  This was uniquely announced by the sky-lit area at the entry.  The imagery recalled warehouse structures and possibly the stockyard buildings originally at the site.  We would also like to compliment the project as a catalyst for future development, setting the stage for revitalization.”

THE JURY

The jurors met September 10, 2006 in Los Angeles, California to review the 33 entries received for this year's program.  They provided the following overall comments on the entries:  “We were delighted with the range of building types, programs, use of materials and tectonic systems represented in the thirty three projects reviewed.  There was a strong showing of higher education related designs, indicating a successful and established collaboration between the colleges / universities and their design teams. The winning projects all share a sense of passion, confidence in design concept and thoughtful execution.  We would like to encourage environmentally sustainable projects, adaptive reuse and more projects that address the historic context of the region for future awards consideration.”  The jury members were:

• Annie Chu, AIA - Principal, Chu+Gooding Architects, Los Angeles (Jury Chair)
• Margaret Griffin, AIA - Principal, Griffin Enright Architects, Los Angeles
• Brent T. Miller, AIA - Principal, College and University Studio, Harley Ellis Devereaux, Los Angeles
• Nick Seierup, FAIA - Director of Design, Perkins & Will, Los Angeles

The jury was directed to evaluate each project based on the success with which the project met its own individual requirements.  In its deliberations, the jury considered energy efficiency and accessibility to persons with disabilities, as well as functional utility, economy, environmental harmony and attention to the social concerns of the profession.  Each was weighed individually, not in comparison with one another, and the jury was free to select as many or as few projects as it determined to be worthy of recognition. Projects selected were deemed to have successfully met the scope of challenges with which the architect was presented.

2005 Honor Awards Program

A diverse group of building projects have been recognized for Excellence in Architectural Design by the Kentucky Society of Architects (AIA Kentucky), a chapter of the American Institute of Architects. Two Honor Awards and three Merit Awards were presented to the architects and owners of the selected projects during ceremonies on Friday, September 16, 2005 during AIA Kentucky's annual convention. They are:

HONOR AWARD

Bernheim Forest Visitors Center - Clermont, KY

Design Architect: William McDonough + Partners, Charlottesville, VA
Architect of Record: Barnette Bagley Architects, PSC, Lexington, KY
Owner: Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest

Jury Comments:
"This project of understated elegance and admirable restraint continues to unfold and reveal itself at each glance. Its openness, warmth, sensitivity to nature and simple details all are seamlessly integrated into a project that 'just feels right.' A very successful response to an admirable mission."

HONOR AWARD

Lincoln Hall Renovation, Berea College - Berea, KY

Architect: EOP Architects, Lexington, KY
Owner: Berea College

Jury Comments:
"First of all, the client is to be commended for their vision in recognizing the opportunity that presented itself in the catastrophe that opened up the interior of this historic building. The architect showed considerable talent and admirable restraint in integrating the new with the old. This is clearly a project that balances project needs, history, and the environment, and blends them into a very successful whole. Extended use at its very best."

MERIT AWARD

Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Building - Frankfort, KY

Architect: EOP Architects, Lexington, KY
Owners: Commonwealth of Kentucky Transportation Cabinet
Project Administrator: Commonwealth of Kentucky Finance & Administration Cabinet

Jury Comments:
"A rich tapestry of facades that brings life to the city, while reducing the mass of a very large building. Very successful integration of a parking structure into the overall design. The organizational "internal highway" is an effective and appropriate organizing element that provides structured referential views back to the city, while the north serpentine facade with views of the neighboring hillside is an effective and welcome contrasting element. A very nice public project!"

MERIT AWARD

Assumption High School Performing & Fine Arts Center - Louisville, KY

Architect: Michael Koch and Associates Architects, Louisville, KY
Owner: Assumption High School

Jury Comments:
"Skillful insertion of performing arts program into an old gymnasium, while providing unexpected forms and spatial experiences. Playful integration of circulation, art gallery and support functions that maximizes use of every square foot within a very restrictive budget."

MERIT AWARD

Polmanteer Residence - Richmond, KY

Architect: Guyon Architects Incorporated, Lexington, KY
Owner: Jim and Kathryn Polmanteer

Jury Comments:
"The house is very comfortable in its setting and its harkening back to folklore house-forms is very effective. The saddlebag organizational plan along a linear axis effectively spreads the house into a series of indoor/outdoor spaces that are integrated into a cluster reminiscent of farm compounds."

THE JURY

The jurors met July 30, 2005 in Charleston, South Carolina to review the 33 entries received for this year's program. The jury members were:

• Thompson E. Penney, FAIA, Jury Chairman
  President and Chief Executive Officer, LS3P ASSOCIATES LTD., Charleston, South Carolina and 2003 President of The American Institute of Architects
• Paul Davis Boney, FAIA
  Chief Strategic Officer, LS3P/BONEY, Wilmington, North Carolina
• H. Clymer Cease, Jr., AIA
  Managing Principal, Pearce Brinkley Cease + Lee, PA in Raleigh, North Carolina
• Christopher Rose, AIA
  President, Christopher Rose Architects, John’s Island, South Carolina
  

The jury was directed to evaluate each project based on the success with which the project met its own individual requirements. In its deliberations, the jury considered energy efficiency and accessibility to persons with disabilities, as well as functional utility, economy, environmental harmony and attention to the social concerns of the profession. Each was weighed individually, not in comparison with one another, and the jury was free to select as many or as few projects as it determined to be worthy of recognition. Projects selected were deemed to have successfully met the scope of challenges with which the architect was presented.

2004 Honor Awards Program

A diverse group of building projects have been recognized for Excellence in Architectural Design by the Kentucky Society of Architects (AIA Kentucky), a chapter of The American Institute of Architects. One Honor Award, two Merit Awards, and three Citations were presented to the architects and owners of the selected projects during ceremonies on Friday, October 3, 2003 during AIA Kentucky’s annual convention. They winners are:

HONOR AWARD

Ralph G. Anderson Engineering Building, University of Kentucky - Lexington, KY

Architect: Anshen+Allen Architects, San Francisco, CA
Associate Architect: Taylor-Whitney Architects, Lexington, KY
Owner: University of Kentucky

Jury Comments:
This Higher Education facility is a sophisticated interpretation of a traditional campus building which has a timeless character. The intelligent planning and siting of the building has provided attractive and important exterior space for the campus. The building's 'diagram' is clear, appropriate and responsive to the program. The materials, massing and composition compliment the surrounding existing buildings in a sound and time-enduring manner.

MERIT AWARD

Whitley Central Intermediate School - Williamsburg, KY

Architect: Ross-Tarrant Architects, Lexington, KY
Owner: Whitley County Board of Education

Jury Comments:
Although limited by a modest budget, this project successfully provides an exciting and stimulating environment for elementary students. The intelligent siting and crafted plan allows daylight to the interior, articulated massing and creates delightful exterior spaces which are so important to grade school children. This is a wonderful environment for children to learn.

CITATION AWARD

Patel - Capoor Residence - Richmond, KY

Architect: Guyon Architects Incorporated, Lexington, KY
Owners: Ashish Patel & Seema Capoor

Jury Comments:
The use of rural materials and rural building forms make this residence an elegant element on the landscape. Through careful and thoughtful assembling of materials and the arrangement of space, this residence serves as a bridge between the exterior and interior. This would be a delightful retreat to come home to.

CITATION

Jackson - Vance Residence - Georgetown, KY

Architect: Guyon Architects Incorporated, Lexington, KY
Owners: Richard Jackson and Ron Vance

Jury Comments:
This residence provides an interesting solution in response to a unique program. The building diagram is clear and the execution held true to the diagram. This project is carefully and delightfully detailed and is sited elegantly.

SPECIAL AWARD FOR HISTORIC RESTORATION/ADAPTIVE REUSE

Draper Hall Renovation, Berea College - Berea, KY

Architect: Steed Hammond Paul Inc., Cincinnati, OH
Associate Architect: VanDerRyn Architects, Sausalito, CA
Owner: Berea College

Jury Comments:
This project demonstrates the careful and sensitive conversion of an historic structure while preserving the original historical character of the building. Technology and green building concepts have been carefully and successfully incorporated, allowing the extended life of an architectural treasure.

THE JURY

The jurors met September 2, 2004 in Des Moines, Iowa to review the 44 entries received for this year's program. The jury members were:

•  Jury Chairman Rod Kruse, FAIA, principal of Herbert Lewis Kruse Blunck Architects in Des Moines, IA, the 2001 AIA Firm of the Year. Rod Kruse is a graduate of Iowa State University. Before the formation of Herbert Lewis Kruse Blunck Architecture in 1987, Mr. Kruse worked with Ray Crites FAIA, and was lead designer for Bussard/Dikis Associates, where he earned several design awards. Through these experiences he built a reputation as one of the region's strongest design talents. His bold, artistic vision, coupled with acute management skills, have made him a much sought after team leader for knowledgeable clients like the State universities. He has enjoyed a nearly continual relationship with the University of Iowa since he headed the team responsible for working with Frank O. Gehry on a campus project in 1987. Since that time, he has directed the design of seven completed works for the University, garnering 12 awards for design excellence. Kruse has been an important civic leader as well, serving as Chair of the City of Des Moines' Design Advisory Team. This ad hoc group of designers and business people has been critical in establishing the direction for future development within the City's Central Business District.

•  Katherine Lee Schwennsen, FAIA, who this past June was elected 2006 President of The American Institute of Architects. Ms. Schwennsen is an educator from Iowa State University, where she is Associate Dean for Academic Programs in the College of Design and an Associate Professor in the Department of Architecture at Iowa State University, Ames. After receiving her master's degree from Iowa State in 1980, she practiced for several years in Des Moines before returning to her alma mater in 1990 as assistant professor. She was a founding member of the Iowa Construction Industry Forum and is a past president of AIA Iowa and past chair of the Iowa Architectural Foundation. She is a member of the Iowa Board of Architectural Examiners and has been active on many NCARB and AIA committees in her state, region and on the national level.

•  Jason Alread, AIA is an assistant professor in the Department of Architecture at Iowa State University and a principal in the firm Alread Hickman Architects. His teaching and built work focuses on the intersection of design and technologies. While a firm associate and project architect at HLKB Architecture in Des Moines, two projects he led won National AIA Design Honor Awards. He is currently working on a book dealing with technology and design for Architectural Press in London.

The jury was directed to evaluate each project based on the success with which the project met its own individual requirements. In its deliberations, the jury considered energy efficiency and accessibility to persons with disabilities, as well as functional utility, economy, environmental harmony and attention to the social concerns of the profession. Each was weighed individually, not in comparison with one another, and the jury was free to select as many or as few projects as it determined to be worthy of recognition. Projects selected were deemed to have successfully met the scope of challenges with which the architect was presented.

FIRM CONTACTS:

Anshen+Allen Architects
(415) 882-9500
www.anshen+allen.com

Taylor & Whitney Architects
(859) 231-6383

Ross-Tarrant Architects, Inc.
(859) 254-4018
www.rosstarrant.com

Guyon Architects Incorporated
(859) 254-2255
www.guyonarchitects.com

Steed Hammond Paul Inc.
(513) 381-2112
www.shpinc.com

2003 Honor Awards Program

HONOR AWARD

Kentucky Museum of Art & Design – Louisville, KY

Architect: Chu + Gooding Architects, Los Angeles, CA
Associate Architect: Michael Koch and Associates Architects and Planners, Louisville, KY
Owner: Kentucky Museum of Art & Design

Jury Comments:
A hit! An excellent example of creative adaptive re-use in an established neighborhood. The flowing plan organization contrasting the orthogonal constraints of the existing structure mirrors the craft artist exhibits. Use of simple, environmentally responsible materials is applauded. The integration of the art and the architecture is seamless. It is clear that the architects designed and the builders executed the work consistent with the Arts & Crafts heritage of Kentucky.

MERIT AWARD

Southeast Postsecondary Education Facility - London, KY

Architect: Omni Architects, Lexington, KY
Owner: Commonwealth of Kentucky, Kentucky Community and Technical College System

Jury Comments:
This project clearly sets the bar high as a precedent for future buildings, but doesn’t limit the potential solutions by architects in the future. It has a respect for the site and moves with the flow of the land. Clearly modern, this project was exemplary in its use of multiple materials. The integration of consistent interior detailing with exterior expression is expressive of the academic and technical programs offered within.

MERIT AWARD

Rice Residence - Lexington, KY

Architect: Guyon Architects Incorporated, Lexington, KY
Owner: Johanna & Bill Rice

Jury Comments:
Based on the architect’s description, “its real desire is to reconcile the tough beauty of a barn with the intricacy of modern architecture,” the jury felt that the project was sensitively accomplished. A rural utilitarian building that doesn’t rely on a historically reminiscent vocabulary that has a strong relationship between the exterior and interior detailing. The plan organization is strong, simple, and direct. Sitting lightly on the Kentucky pasture, the simplicity of the concrete base and how it meets the pasture is striking.

CITATION

YMCA Building Renovation - Louisville, KY

Architect: Potter & Cox Architects, Louisville, KY
Owners: Holly Wiedemann / AU Associates / St. Francis High School

Jury Comments:
The jury recognizes and applauds the developer and the architect for taking on this type of project for the benefit of the community. The High School is a particularly successful part of the overall project. The insertion of the entry structure strengthens the entry experience through the existing exterior court. This project is an excellent model for the successful blending of a complex set of program elements into an existing context.

CITATION

Third Floor Pediatrics Renovation, TJ Samson Community Hospital – Glasgow, KY

Architect: GBBN Architects, Lexington, KY
Owner: TJ Samson Community Hospital

Jury Comments:
The interiors successfully reflect the intention of the project . . . an environment that is supportive of young children during an anxious time. The careful, creative use of humble materials which utilize color, scale, and texture is wonderful. The furniture design is a perfect fit for the children. The jury admired the introduction of playful elements within the context of a typical suspended ceiling system. A very successful solution to a tough problem.

CITATION

Berea College, Talcott Kentucky Residence Hall and Annex Renovation - Berea, KY

Architect: GBBN Architects, Lexington, KY
Owner: Berea College

Jury Comments:
The jury is recognizing this project because of the success of the interior response. The interior “reflects the future”, as stated in the architect’s description. The connection of the levels through new vertical spaces would seem to enliven the student experience. Through innovative detailing the project interiors are very strong, expressive of the nature of the materials. The unique quality of the artificial and natural lighting creates an inviting, lively space.

THE JURY

The jurors met August 13, 2003 in Seattle, Washington to review the 36 entries received for this year's program. The jury members were:

•  Jury Chairman Norman Strong, AIA, principal of Miller/Hull Partnership in Seattle, winner of the 2002 Firm of the Year Award from The American Institute of Architects. Miller/Hull specializes in privately and publicly funded institutional work, and the firm’s work has been recognized with more than 60 AIA awards, including 6 AIA national awards. Mr. Strong is past president of AIA Seattle and currently serves on the AIA National Board as Northwest & Pacific Region Director.

•  Lee Copeland, FAIA, principal of Mithun Architects + Planners + Designers in Seattle. Mr. Copeland is a nationally respected urban designer, architect and educator who received the AIA Seattle Medal in 2000, as well as the 2001 Topaz Medallion given by national AIA and the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture. He currently serves as architectural advisor to the University of Washington and is former Dean of the College of Architecture and Urban Planning at the University of Washington and the Graduate School of Fine Arts at the University of Pennsylvania.

•  Evett J. Ruffcorn, FAIA, design partner with Zimmer Gunsel Frasca Partnership in Seattle, winner of the 1991 AIA Firm of the Year Award. Mr. Ruffcorn’s recent and current design commissions are diverse and range from public projects and academic buildings for large universities and small colleges to complex corporate commissions. He has been a visiting professor and critic in design at the University of Oregon, Oregon School of Design, Washington State University and University of Washington.

The jury was directed to evaluate each project based on the success with which the project met its own individual requirements. In its deliberations, the jury considered energy efficiency and accessibility to persons with disabilities, as well as functional utility, economy, environmental harmony and attention to the social concerns of the profession. Each was weighed individually, not in comparison with one another, and the jury was free to select as many or as few projects as it determined to be worthy of recognition. Projects selected were deemed to have successfully met the scope of challenges with which the architect was presented.

FIRM CONTACTS:

Chu + Gooding Architects
Annie Chu, AIA - (323) 222-6268

Michael Koch and Associates Architects and Planners
Michael Koch, AIA - (502) 637-1537

Omni Architects
Derek T. Brooks, AIA – (859) 252-6664

Guyon Architects, Incorporated
Scott L. Guyon, AIA - (859) 254-2255

GBBN Architects
Joseph M. Turley, AIA - (859) 381-8787
John S. Dehart, AIA – (859) 381-8787

Potter & Cox Architects
Henry M. Potter, AIA - (502) 719-0163

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