The Copper Development Association Inc., New York, and the Canadian Copper & Brass Development Association, Toronto, are accepting entries for the 2009 North American Copper in Architecture Awards. The organizations are seeking architectural building projects across North America that have earned recognition for their innovative use of copper. There are two award categories: New Construction and Restoration/Renovation. Projects must be located in the United States or Canada and must have been completed within the past two years. Signifi cant application of architectural copper or copper alloys is required for eligibility. The competition is open to all architects and contractors. The deadline for entry is Dec. 31. All entries must be submitted online at www.copper.org/applications/architecture/awards/submit.html.
Copper in Architecture Awards call for entries
This Month’s Features
Bringing Design Synergy Home
with Vertically Stacking Doors
with Vertically Stacking Doors
Offering striking aesthetics and practical considerations for space, these aluminum and glass artworks are anything but standard garage doors.
Top 5 Factors when Considering Insulated Metal Panels vs. Metal Building Insulation
As insulated metal panels are widely available, is it still a best practice to rely on a “legacy” insulating material like fiberglass-based metal building...
Transformative Metal Roofing Design:
A Catalyst for Architectural Innovation
A Catalyst for Architectural Innovation
For architects, designers, and building owners, metal roofing no longer represents a tradeoff between performance and aesthetics; it has become a catalyst for design...
Thinking Beyond “Bigger is Better”:
Snow Retention in Alpine Design
Snow Retention in Alpine Design
Snow retention systems are among the most visible functional components of a metal roof, making aesthetic integration an important consideration in resort architecture.
Read the latest issue
May 2026
Sponsored By
