Los Angeles has welcomed several new projects, adding to the city's vibrant and robust lineup of architectural icons. On October 26, the Los Angeles Business Council (LABC) announced the winning projects for the 51st Architectural Awards. Held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel's Wilshire Garden, the gala welcomed local government officials, Angelinos, LA-based principals, and design teams. 

According to LABC, hundreds of project submissions were entered in Education, Mixed-Use Projects, Innovation & Technology, Preservation, and more. Mary Leslie, president of the Los Angeles Business Council, shared: "This year's winners break the mold for how creative, elegant design can build a better future for our city." She also commented on Frank Gehry and his longstanding contributions to the city. Gehry was awarded the organization's inaugural LA Community Legacy Award. "Visionaries like the great Frank Gehry show us how architecture and development can help celebrate and reinvent LA's rich legacy while inspiring the next generation to do the same," expressed Leslie.

With awards presented across 19 categories, included below is a selection of this year's winners. 

2021 LA Community Legacy Award 
Winner: Frank Gehry, Gehry Partners

2021 Grand Prize
Winner: SoFi Stadium & Entertainment District by HKS

Chairman's Award
Winner: Academy Museum of Motion Pictures by Renzo Piano Building Workshop, in collaboration with Gensler

Innovation and Technology in Business Environment Category
Winner: Re-Charge LA, designed by Woods Bagot

Sustainability Category
Winner: LA Department of Transportation (LADOT) Bus Maintenance Facility by GGA+

Housing-Multi-Family Affordable Category
Winner: The Flor 401 Lofts project in Skid Row by Koning Eizenberg Architecture

Education Category
Winner: The Heart of LA (HOLA) Performing Arts Center by Berliner Architects

In addition to groundbreaking built works, the LABC also recognized the City of Los Angeles' "Al Fresco Dining Program," which was awarded the Community Impact Award. To learn more about this year's winning projects view the full list of winners and project photos here.