The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has selected 12 recipients for the AIA Young Architects Award, which honors individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and made significant contributions to the architecture profession early in their careers.
This year’s winners are:
- Katherine (Katie) C. Ackerly, AIA
- Amanda S. Barton, AIA
- Cameron S. Bolin, AIA
- Melanie B. Y. Islam, AIA
- Lyndley E. Kent, AIA, LFA
- Samantha R. Markham, AIA
- Ceara M. O’Leary, AIA
- Carrie L. Parker, AIA
- Robert (Bob) Perry, AIA
- Li Ren, AIA
- Anna Squier, AIA
- Shawn M. Swisher, AIA, LEED AP BD+C
Complete details for each recipient are available here.
About the American Institute of Architects
Founded in 1857, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) consistently works to create more valuable, healthy, secure, and sustainable buildings, neighborhoods, and communities. Through more than 200 international, state, and local chapters, AIA advocates for public policies that promote economic vitality and public wellbeing. AIA provides members with tools and resources to assist them in their careers and business as well as in engaging civic and government leaders and the public to find solutions to pressing issues facing our communities, institutions, nation, and world. Members adhere to a code of ethics and conduct to ensure the highest professional standards.
