Awards Celebration
Three ways to Register:
1. Convention Attendee Registration
2. Exhibit Booth Reservation
3. AIA Iowa Store
*The Awards Celebration is accredited for
2 hours of continuing education (2 LUs)
Join us on Thursday, September 24 at 7:00 pm for AIA Iowa's Annual Awards Celebration. This event recognizes both individual award winners as well as firms who have participated in our design awards programs. This prestigious event is one to look forward to every year!
Location: TBD
Questions? We are happy help call 515.244.7502 or email at info@aiaiowa.org.
2026 DESIGN AWARDS
Submissions Open June 3
Individual Awards
Each year, AIA Iowa accepts nominations for outstanding leadership. The following four categories of AIA Iowa’s most important recognitions. Nominations are sought each spring and winners are announced at the AIA Iowa Annual Convention.
Medal of Honor
The highest honor AIA Iowa can bestow on its members. It shall be awarded to those who have dedicated a significant portion of their career in service to the profession of architecture and played a role in shaping the profession as well as the Chapter.
Application for 2026 due June 26th
To view past recipients visit Medal of Honor Award.
​Honorary Member Award
Recognizes a person of esteemed character who is otherwise ineligible for membership in the Institute or the Chapter but who has rendered distinguished service to the profession of Architecture, or to the arts and sciences allied therewith within the domain of the Chapter.
Application for 2026 due June 26th
To view past recipients visit Honorary Member Award.
​Educator Award
Recognizes a person of esteemed character who has rendered distinguished service to the profession of architecture or to the arts and science within the territory of AIA Iowa.
Application for 2026 due July 24th
To view past recipients visit Educator Award.
​Young Architect Award
The Young Architect Award is given to individuals who have shown exceptional leadership and made significant contributions to the profession in the areas of design, education, and / or service in an early stage of their architectural career.
Application for 2026 due July 24th
To view past recipients visit Young Architect Award.
Questions? Contact Us
Address
American Institute of Architects, Iowa Chapter
400 Locust St., Ste. 100
Des Moines, IA 50309
Contact
515-244-7502
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri:
8:00 am – 4:30 pm
