The Sustainable Architecture Awards program honors architects who have innovatively addressed environmental challenges by reducing greenhouse gas emissions, lowering energy consumption and demand, and conserving water in both built and natural environments. Equally vital is the creation of spaces that are durable, comfortable, and promote health and well-being. The program also seeks to raise public awareness of the climate crisis and the significant impact that building construction, maintenance, and operations have on our planet.
This biennial award honors the climate change initiatives of AIA Connecticut and Connecticut Passive House to secure a more sustainable and environmentally thriving future.
2025 Registration Opens: April 21
Registration Deadline: May 2
Submission Deadline: May 30
Naomi Darling, AIA
Naomi Darling Architecture
South Hadley, MA
Timothy Lock, AIA
OPAL
Belfast, ME
Nina Kagan
475 High Performance Building Supply
Brooklyn, NY
Jury comments: A methodical, almost scholarly intervention guided by fierce adherence to preservation best practices, made more prominent yet by the team’s acknowledgement of change as a distinctive feature to be preserved at this unique modern historic site. High profile project requiring extensive research and restoration – great to have the building open to the public again.
Jury comments: Exemplary restoration project that demonstrated mastery of preservation technology, planning, and a high level of craftsmanship.
Jury comments: Very well presented, beautiful restoration/preservation project with a remarkably sensitive intervention.
Jury comments: Well-executed rehab and ambitious project for small organization to put a local landmark to better use.
New Construction (Built)
Renovations, Adaptive Re‐Use, or Retro‐Fits (Built)
Conceptual or Research‐Based Buildings (Built or Unbuilt)
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Project Information submitted for consideration must include:
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