Modernism in America Awards
John Hill
21. June 2016
Image: Docomomo US
Docomomo US has announced the winners of the 2016 Modernism in America Awards program with ten projects that raise "awareness of the importance to advocate, restore and celebrate the architecture, landscapes and typologies of postwar society in the United States."
Per a statement from Docomomo US, "The projects recognized for the Modernism in America Awards highlight the diversity of important modern buildings and sites, and a new desirability by the public to live, work and celebrate the richness of midcentury architecture and design. While often at the center of intense preservation efforts, they deserve and can be preserved in a meaningful and productive way that enhances their presence and value in their respective communities."
The ten awards are given at three levels/categories:
Award of Excellence
- Mellon Square, Pittsburgh, PA
- Golden State Mutual Life Insurance Building, Los Angeles, CA
- Rauh Residence, Cincinnati, OH
- Michigan Modern, Michigan
Citation of Merit
- Margaret Esherick House, Philadelphia, PA
- The Met Breuer, New York, NY
- The Shepley Bulfinch Architecture Firm Office | Phoenix
- Houston: Uncommon Modern | Houston
Citation of Technical Achievement
- United Nations Renovation of Campus Facades, New York, NY
- Tower of Hope, Garden Grove City, CA
More information on the awards and the winning projects can be found on the Docomomo US website.
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