2024 Kentucky Professionals Honored for Outstanding Service

C. Julian Oberwarth Gold Medal Award
To recognize and honor an individual Member who has displayed a long-standing commitment to the betterment of the profession and well-being of architects in Kentucky, and who has dedicated extraordinary time and talent to this end.
Award presented to:
Charles Cash, FAIA
Louisville, KY
Equitable Firm Award
To recognize a member firm who advances equity in the profession through engagement of their local communities, internal initiatives, and their architectural design.
Award presented to:
Schmidt Associates
Indianapolis, IN and Louisville, KY


Thomas E. Lett III Citizen Architect Award
To honor an individual architect who has consistently applied their talents, skills & expertise to advocate and raise awareness of the broader purpose of architecture and the built environment in their community.
Award presented to:
Herb Shulhafer, AIA (EM)
Prospect, KY
Emerging Professional Award
To recognize an individual who exemplifies the highest qualities of leadership and who has demonstrated an unparalleled commitment to the AIA, to the design and construction industry, and to their community.
Award presented to:
Teddi Hibberd, AIA
Omni Architects
Louisville, KY


John Russell Groves Citizens Laureate Award
To honor an individual and advocate who has consistently supported and encouraged the values of quality architecture in their community through leadership, service and dedication to a better living environment.
Award presented to:
Carey L. Anderson, Jr.
C.L. Anderson Architecture, LLC
Louisville, KY
Public Advocate Award
To honor an individual and advocate who in their elected or appointed public position has consistently supported and encouraged the values of quality architecture in their community through leadership, service and dedication to a better living environment.
Award presented to:
Emily Liu
Louisville Metro Planning & Design Services
Louisville, KY


Allied Professional Award
To pay tribute to an individual directly involved in the A/E/C industry who has consistently endeavored to work harmoniously with architects and other allied professional toward the implementation of creative and innovative design solutions.
Award presented to:
Lynn Imaging | Monster Color
Lexington, KY