2026 Design Awards
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The Birmingham Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) hosts its annual Design Awards to celebrate exceptional work by local architects. These awards recognize excellence in design and the collaborative efforts of architects, clients, consultants, and contractors in shaping a better built environment.
AIA members are committed to creating spaces that elevate how we live, work, and play—making the world better through thoughtful, innovative design.
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Jury A (0-50,000 SQ. FT)
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Jury B (50,000 + SQ. FT)
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Design Awards People’s Choice Exhibit
The Winners
Honor Awards
Lewis Communications WINNER
Honor Award | Lewis Communications | Chambless King Architects
______The Water Tower Global Innovation Hub WINNER
Honor Award | The Water Tower Global Innovation Hub | Gresham Smith
______UAB, Altec Styslinger Genomic Medicine and Data Sciences Building WINNER
Honor Award | UAB, Altec Styslinger Genomic Medicine & Data Sciences Building | Williams Blackstock Architects
______Merit Awards
Cobb Lane WINNER
Merit Award | Cobb Lane | Pfeffer Torode Architecture
______Cooper Green Mercy Health Clinic WINNER
Merit Award | Cooper Green Mercy Health Clinic | Gresham Smith
______Nextec WINNER
Merit Award | Nextec | Williams Blackstock Architects
______The William WINNER
Merit Award | The William | ArchitectureWorks
______Distinction Awards
Armstead Residence WINNER
Distinction Award | Armstead Residence | Design Initiative
______ASCEND WINNER
Distinction Award | ASCEND | Nequette Architecture & Design
______Auburn University at Montgomery, College of Sciences WINNER
Distinction Award | Auburn University at Montgomery, College of Sciences | Williams Blackstock Architects
______Custom Stair Detail (Distinctive Detail) WINNER
Distinction Award | Custom Stair Detail (Distinctive Detail) | Pfeffer Torode Architecture
______High Dive HiFi Lounge WINNER
Distinction Award | High Dive HiFi Lounge | ArchitectureWorks
______The Battery II – The Painted Lady WINNER
Distinction Award | The Battery II – The Painted Lady | Fifth Dimension Architecture & Interiors, LLC
______People’s Choice Awards
Thompson Residence WINNER
People’s Choice Award | Thompson Residence | Thompson Architecture, Inc.
______Mayor’s Choice Awards
Coca-Cola Amphitheater WINNER
Mayor’s Choice Award | Coca-Cola Amphitheater | Generator Studio, Goodwyn Mills Cawood & Studio 2H Design
______Entries
Adios
Adios | The Wadsworth Architecture Company
______Auburn University, Melton Student Center Patio Renovation
Auburn University, Melton Student Center Patio Renovation | Williams Blackstock Architects
______Barton Clay Fine Jewelers (Distinctive Detail)
Barton Clay Fine Jewelers (Distinctive Detail) | B Group Architecture, Inc.
______BKS Office Renovation
BKS Office Renovation | Barrett Kent Studio
______Cavala
Cavala | Fifth Dimension Architecture & Interiors, LLC
______Cedar Ridge at Kirkwood by the River
Cedar Ridge at Kirkwood by the River | TPD Architecture and Design in Association with KPS Group
______Center for the Arts
Center for the Arts | Davis Architects
______Center for the Arts – Soundwave Guardrail (Distinctive Detail)
Center for the Arts – Soundwave Guardrail (Distinctive Detail) | Davis Architects
______Confederate Memorial Park Roof Replacement
Confederate Memorial Park Roof Replacement | Barry Davis Architects
______Crestline Elementary School
Crestline Elementary School | Davis Architects
______Crimson Reserve Golf Facility
Crimson Reserve Golf Facility | Davis Architects
______Distinctive Detail – UAB, Altec Styslinger Genomic Medicine and Data Sciences Building
Distinctive Detail – UAB, Altec Styslinger Genomic Medicine and Data Sciences Building | Williams Blackstock Architects
______Irondale Public Library
Irondale Public Library | Charles Williams & Associates, Inc.
______Jasper City Hall
Jasper City Hall | CCR Architecture & Interiors
______Learning Center for Motion Industries
Learning Center for Motion Industries | B Group Architecture, Inc.
______Luckie
Luckie | Williams Blackstock Architects
______Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation Center
Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation Center | CCR Architecture & Interiors
______Northeast Community YMCA
Northeast Community YMCA | CCR Architecture & Interiors
______Orange Beach High School Athletic Complex
Orange Beach High School Athletic Complex | Davis Architects
______Palmilla
Palmilla | Fifth Dimension Architecture & Interiors, LLC
______Pogo
Pogo | Christopher Architecture & Interiors
______Redmont Modern
Redmont Modern | TPD Architecture and Design
______Renaissance Shoals Resort & Spa
Renaissance Shoals Resort & Spa | Goodwyn Mills Cawood
______Rochester Bluestone Transitional
Rochester Bluestone Transitional | Christopher Architecture & Interiors
______Salud
Salud | The Wadsworth Architecture Company
______Sandy Dunes
Sandy Dunes | Fifth Dimension Architecture & Interiors, LLC
______School of Business & Industry
School of Business & Industry | Davis Architects
______Seacoast Collegiate High School
Seacoast Collegiate High School | Williams Blackstock Architects
______Seibert Hall Renovation & Expansion
Seibert Hall Renovation & Expansion | Davis Architects
______Smith Lake Glass & Stone House
Smith Lake Glass & Stone House | Barrett Kent Studio
______Smyer Circle House
Smyer Circle House | B Group Architecture, Inc.
______TA Services Operations Building
TA Services Operations Building | Christopher Architecture & Interiors
______The Battery II – Bygones Cocktail Bar
The Battery II – Bygones Cocktail Bar | Fifth Dimension Architecture & Interiors, LLC
______UAB Science & Engineering Complex
UAB Science & Engineering Complex | Goodwyn Mills Cawood
______Vestavia Hills Civic Center
Vestavia Hills Civic Center | Williams Blackstock Architects
______Wald Park
Wald Park | Williams Blackstock Architects
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