DES MOINES, IOWA (July 25, 2022) — Don't miss the July 29 deadline to make your nominations for the Iowa Architectural Foundation's 2022 Community Enhancement Through Architecture and Design Awards. The awards recognize those individuals, organizations, agencies, or communities, outside the architectural profession, who have had a significant and positive impact on the quality of life in Iowa through their support of architecture and/or urban design. Winners will have demonstrated consistent and effective leadership, vision, and support for architecture which has contributed to the betterment of any Iowa community(s).
Last year, Principal Financial Group, Des Moines, and Marc Moen, moengroup, Iowa City, were recognized with the award. Please refer to their stories on IAF's YouTube channel.
About the recognition program, Jeff Shaffer, IAF's Community Enhancement Awards chair said, "It takes more than architects and design professionals to make Iowa communities great places in which to live, work, and play. It also takes the vision, commitment, and resources of those members of our communities who share a common goal. We feel it is important to recognize those who embrace architectural excellence to advance their communities."
A committee, including public members and volunteers of the IAF, will review the initial submissions, after which a jury composed of architects and non-architects will select the award recipients. Submissions selected for recognition will be notified no later than September 14, 2022.
Anyone can nominate candidates. All nominations must be received electronically or hard copy by 5PM, July 29, 2022. For more information and nomination forms, please visit IAF's website.
The Iowa Architectural Foundation (IAF) was founded 33 years ago to speak to the public about why architecture is important, with a mission to inspire an appreciation for architecture and design. As a 501 (c)(3) public foundation, our primary purpose is education. We offer public lectures and tours to provide a new lens for viewing and understanding our built environment. Ultimately, our success will inspire Iowans to engage in design issues and consider high standards as they build and shape their communities.
