HONOR AWARD

RESIDENTIAL ABOVE $500,000     return to images

The Silver Lofts – Phase 1

Architects – Calott + Gifford Architecture/Urban Design
Owner – Infill Solutions
Contractor – Enterprise Builders

• Simplicity of plan yet complex, risky.
• Simple and rich, good use of materials to meet the budget, i.e. variety and shape of windows.
• Bold use of color in the important places – repressed the colors on areas that did not need additional attention.
• Good use of vertical space design and having an auto court!
• Trendsetting project.
• WORTHY OF NATIONAL RECOGNITION
  

MERIT AWARD

INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE     return to images

Southern Union Gas Co. Bldg., Downtown Albuquerque

Architects – Calott + Gifford Architecture/Urban Design
Owner – Infill Solutions, Innovative Urban Design and Development
Contractor – Klinger Construction

• Not afraid of letting the space be what it is – exposing the materials and structure, but expressing through new materials, finishes, color, furnishings and equipment what interior architect can accomplish.
• Bold use of color
• Not afraid to be contemporary
• Exudes design

CITATION AWARD

RESIDENTIAL ABOVE $500,000     return to images

Monahan House

Architects – Robert Zachry Architect
Owner – Chuck & Gale Monahan
Contractor – Hurlocker Properties

• Strong circulation spine – liked the way spaces are organized around the spine.
• The interior is handled in a sophisticated way with sophisticated materials and craftsmanship – not like a prefabricated system.  The interior is the most successful aspect of the design.
• Liked the AM and PM patios, The overall design seems right for the region.

CITATION AWARD

COMMERCIAL UNDER $2,000,000     return to images

Rio Grande School –
Multi Media Center & Classroom

Architects – Spears Architects
Owner – Rio Grande School
Contractor – Sarcon Construction Corp.

• Simple, nice spaces.
• Organizing hallway that captures views, natural light and breezes.
• Liked the water harvesting, highlighting of entry, and skylights.
• Great design ability – continue the development.

CITATION AWARD

COMMERCIAL UNDER $2,000,000     return to images

Santa Fe Rape Crisis Center

Architects – Spears Architects
Owner – Santa Fe Rape Crisis Center
Contractor – John G. Rehders

• Great siting for passive solar orientation.
• Good water harvesting and nice use of color and textural items like wood and corregated metal.
• Detailing is clean, well thought out plan – all comes together.
• Appreciated the welcoming and secure feel of the courtyard entry.