13 architects to receive the 2012 AIA Young Architects Award
Posted
01/23/2012
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has selected 13
recipients for the 2012 AIA Young Architects Award. Young
Architects are defined as professionals who have been licensed 10
years or fewer regardless of their age. This award honors
individuals who have shown exceptional leadership and made
significant contributions to the profession early in their careers.
The Young Architects Award will be presented to the
recipients at the AIA 2012 National Convention and Design
Exposition in Washington, D.C.
You can view images and get more information regarding the
recipients by clicking on their name:
Timothy C. Bicknell, AIA
Bicknell is an award winning architect whose incredible dedication
to both community and craft has truly distinguished his
career. This dedication is reflected by his work for both
clients, including non-profit clients, while maintaining a deep
commitment to AIA Minnesota and other community
organizations.
Brian Cavanaugh, AIA
Throughout Cavanaugh's 16 year career, he has demonstrated a
unique commitment to the practice of architecture and playing a
critical leadership role in his community. Cavanaugh's work
has won numerous design awards - including local, state, and
national design awards.
James M. Evans, AIA
In a relatively short time, Evans has joined an elite group of
Texas architects who demonstrate nationally recognized design
excellence with a fundamental commitment to environmental
stewardship. He is also involved heavily involved with AIA
Houston volunteering much of his time.
Shari G. Grant, AIA
Grant's nontraditional career as an architect, engineer and artist
is focused on developing simple, functional yet beautiful designs
using a personal approach and hand sketches. She has
developed her individual practice to apply her knowledge and has
created award-winning designs.
Michael Halflants, AIA
Halflants is a principal of Halflants + Pichette
Architects and a tenured professor at the University of South
Florida. He currently serves as the chair of the AIA Gulf
Coast Chapter's Committee on Design.
Michael J. Hanrahan, AIA
Hanrahan has been a key member of Clarke Caton Hintz for
over fifteen years serving as lead designer and project manager for
many of the firms notable and award winning projects. He has
dedicated his time by serving on AIA New Jersey's executive
committee.
Katie M. Harms, AIA
Dedication, passion and thoughtful creativity are words
that describe Harms. Her dedication is evident in many of the
professional positions she has held both in the AIA and the
community at large.
Thomas Jacobs, AIA
Jacobs has been contributing to the built environment
throughout his 16 year career in ways that define leadership for
the next generation of architects. He has been an integral
part in the creation of some of the best buildings in
Chicago.
Hao Ko, AIA
Ko brings his considerable talents to his role as Design
Director for Gensler's San Francisco architecture studio. His
portfolio includes diverse architecture and master planning work
for corporate, academic and institutional clients in the U.S. and
Asia.
Stuart Magruder, AIA
Margruder has made significant impacts on the built
environment through his willingness to put forth time and
effort. He is currently working on developing methods for
improving products while maintain the speed of installation and
affordability.
Adam Palmer, AIA
Palmer is a passionate servant leader, guiding young people and
building connections through his Young Architects Forum service.
He has distinguished himself as an energetic liaison,
inspiring young people to stay connected.
Jonathan Penndorf, AIA
Penndorf has consistently and enthusiastically contributed to
improving the practice of architecture for young architects in
Washington D.C. He founded the Emerging Architects Committee
of the AIA DC Chapter, a highly successful outreach program for
young members.
Brad Tomecek, AIA
Tomecek has have been involved in and donated time to many
non-profit organizations including the AIA, Medicine Horse,
Architects and Planners of Boulder, Habitat for Humanity, Special
Olympics, State of Colorado Technical Advisory Board, Feed Denver,
and the Urban Farm.