Thirteen projects have been selected as the 2018 winners in AIA Tennessee's annual Design Award program. The jury, chaired by Craig Kronenberg, principal at Chattanooga-based Hefferlin + Kronenberg Architects, chose the top buildings from a field of 98 entries this year.
Memphis firm archimania came out swinging, securing four Merit Awards as well as the top honor, the Award of Excellence, for Ballet Memphis, which the jurors called "enigmatic" and a "home run".
From the Ballet Memphis project description: "The civic-oriented facility is an extension of the Company’s mission.
With large windows and public courtyards, the building contributes to
the already thriving urban district. Formerly a hotel with parking in
the front, the new site design inverts the original scheme. The building
is designed to engage the public in movement, culture, and connection
to the community. It houses rehearsal space for the professional
company, a dance school for over 200 children, and community dance and
pilates classes. The largest rehearsal studio also doubles as a
performance venue.
"The copper screen sits at the historic street edge—enhancing the urban
experience within an entertainment district—while complying with current
city codes and setbacks. The building’s façade offers opportunities for
the community to participate in the organization, via exterior
courtyards, retail experiences, and a café, and a costume shop featuring
a display window/mini-performance place."
Merit Awards went to the following projects:
Denver Single-Stair Housing Challenge
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The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial / Edition #5
Register by Thu, Jan 16, 2025
Submit by Wed, Feb 19, 2025
The Home of Shadows / Edition #3
Register by Thu, Nov 21, 2024
Submit by Mon, Mar 3, 2025
The Buildner UNBUILT Award 2025 / 100,000€ Prize
Register by Thu, Mar 6, 2025
Submit by Thu, Nov 20, 2025
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