AIA Kentucky recognized a diverse group of building projects for Awards in Excellence in Architecture Design and will fete the recipients October 3 during the chapter’s annual convention. The component also will pay homage to the five recipients of its Awards of Recognition program. Norman Strong, AIA, principal, Miller/Hull Partnership; Lee Copeland, FAIA, principal, Mithun Architects + Planners; and Evett J. Ruffcorn, FAIA, design partner, Zimmer Gunsel Frasca Partnership, served on this year’s jury.

HONOR AWARD
Kentucky Museum of Art & Design
Louisville
by Chu + Gooding Architects with associate architect Michael Koch and Associates Architects and Planners
for the Kentucky Museum of Art and Design
Jury comments: “A hit! An excellent example of creative adaptive reuse in an established neighborhood. The flowing plan organization contrasting the orthogonal constraints of the existing structure mirrors the artists’ 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.”
Photo © David Modica Photographic

MERIT AWARD
Southeast Postsecondary Education Facility
London, Ky.
by Omni Architects
for the 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.”
Photo © Walt Roycraft

Rice Residence
Lexington, Ky.
Guyon Architects Inc.
for Johanna and 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. The result is a rural utilitarian building that doesn’t rely on a historically reminiscent vocabulary and 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 are striking.”
Photo © Guyon Architects

CITATIONS
YMCA Building Renovation
Louisville
by Potter & Cox Architects
for Holly Wiedermann/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.”
Photo © Bryan Moberly

Third Floor Pediatrics Renovation, TJ Samson Community Hospital
Glasgow, Ky.
by GBBN Architects
for 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 that use color, scale, and texture is wonderful. The furniture design is a perfect fit for the children. We admired the introduction of playful elements within the context of a typical suspended ceiling system.”
Photo © John Steven Dehart, GBBN Architects

Berea College, Talcott Kentucky Residence Hall and Annex Renovation
Berea, Ky.
by GBBN Architects
for 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.”
Photo © Joseph M. Turley, AIA, GBBN Architects

AWARDS OF RECOGNITION

• Distinguished Firm Award, for a firm which, through consistent leadership, vision, and ability, has distinguished itself over the past decade: Bravura, Louisville
• Distinguished Service Award, to honor an individual member for a specific contribution for his or her dedication and service: Thomas G. Fernandez, AIA, Fort Thomas, Ky.
• Citizens Laureate Award, to honor an individual advocate who has supported and encouraged the values of quality architecture: Thomas Monahan, president and publisher, Business First
• Honorary Membership, to honor an individual who has actively promoted quality architecture: David L. Armstrong, former mayor of Louisville
• Allied Professional Award, to a company that has constantly endeavored to work harmoniously with architects and allied professionals: Southbank Partners.

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