Spark Award for the design approach, innovation, cultural relevance and community linkage of the new Hidalgo County Courthouse's exterior and site to Edinburg's downtown. Award recognizes excellence in architectural work and elevated the quality of architecture for unbuilt projects.
Jurists comments:
"The metal panels used have a nice cultural and regional context to them and are appreciated."
"When it is completed, it is my hope that it will indeed demonstrate a commanding presence at the courthouse square."
"The building statuesque presence will be a beacon for the courthouse square and the city as a whole."
Merit Award for the innovative K-12 education design of the E.L. Furr High School in Houston. Award recognizes excellence in architectural work and elevates the quality of architecture in our region, and establishes a continually progressive standard of excellence.
Jurists comments:
"This project accomplishes a lot for a K-12 project. The dynamic atrium space, the glazing wall, and the sophisticated performance space elevate this project beyond a typical K-12 project. Glazed interior walls are a nice way to put learning on display."
"I appreciate a learning environment that is sensitive to the student of today's needs. The facility seems to have been designed efficiently."
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