The Texas Society of Architects announced its 2022 Honor Award recipients on August 17. These awards recognize exceptional members, firms, individuals, and organizations for outstanding achievements in support of the profession of architecture, the built environment, and quality of life in Texas. Recipients were recognized at TxA’s 83rd Annual Conference and Design Expo in El Paso.
Medal for Lifetime Achievement in Honor of Llewellyn W. Pitts FAIA
Houston
John Kirksey, FAIA, is the founder and chairman emeritus of Kirksey Architecture, which he started 51 years ago with a mission to design high-performing, healthy buildings that positively impact the people, environment, and communities they serve. The firm has gone on to become a national leader in sustainability and is recognized for its commitment to quality, innovation, and the professional growth of its employees. As a board member and supporter of organizations such as Trees for Houston, Galveston Bay Foundation, and Houston Wilderness, Kirksey has also spearheaded bold initiatives to improve quality of life and the environment in the Texas Gulf Coast region and beyond. His visionary ideas, service, and leadership in environmental stewardship have made Texas a better and more beautiful place to live.
Architecture Firm Award
STG Design
Austin
Founded in 1976, STG Design has been a strong contributor to the Austin community and the architectural, economic, and political fabric of Central Texas for more than 40 years. A long-term supporter of both AIA Austin and the Texas Society of Architects, the firm is a leader in countless community service and business organizations and has continually promoted professional development, equity, and prosperity for its employees. With projects like the Seaholm Power Plant Complex, the iconic “Google Tower” (completed earlier this year in partnership with Pelli Clarke & Partners), and three residential towers — each over 30 stories tall — that are now in progress, STG Design is crossing new thresholds in its contributions to our built environment.
Award for Community Service in Honor of James D. Pfluger, FAIA
Robert G. Hanley, AIA
Owner, Robert G. Hanley Project Management
San Antonio
Award for Equitable Practice in Architecture in Honor of John S. Chase Jr., FAIA
Gianna Pigford, AIA, NOMA
Principal, Stantec
Dallas
Award for Outstanding Educational Contributions
Dwayne Bohuslav, Assoc. AIA
Architecture Program Coordinator and Associate Professor, San Antonio College
San Antonio
Award for Early Career Professional Achievement in Honor of William W. Caudill, FAIA
Audrey Maxwell, AIA
Principal, Malone Maxwell Dennehy Architects
Dallas
Award for Early Career Professional Achievement in Honor of William W. Caudill, FAIA
Melvalean McLemore, AIA, NOMA
Associate and Project Manager/Project Architect, Moody Nolan
Houston
Award for Early Career Professional Achievement in Honor of William W. Caudill, FAIA
Stephi Motal, AIA
Managing Partner, Black + Motal
Austin
Associate Member of the Year
Oswaldo Rivera-Ortiz, Assoc. AIA
CTE Department Lead and Architecture + Urban Planning Professor, CityLAB High School, Dallas
Adjunct Professor, The University of Texas at Arlington
Award for Excellence in the Promotion of Architecture through the Media in Honor of John G. Flowers, Hon. AIA
Aaron Prinz
Producer and Host, DESIGN:ED Podcast
Austin
Award for Excellence in the Promotion of Architecture through the Media in Honor of John G. Flowers, Hon. AIA
Lawrence W. Speck, FAIA
Senior Principal, Page
Professor, The University of Texas at Austin School of Architecture
Austin
Mentorship Award
Emerging Professionals Content (EP!C) Series
Dallas
A program of the AIA Dallas Emerging Professionals Network created to bridge the gap between architecture education and professional practice.
Artisan Award
Diana Kersey
Ceramic Artist
San Antonio
Artisan Award
Michael van Enter
Chief Conservator, van Enter Studio
Dallas
Citation of Honor
Architecture and Design Foundation
Dallas
Nonprofit founded in 1984 with the mission to foster access to architecture and design for all.
Honorary Membership
Krista Nightengale
Executive Director, Better Block
Dallas
Honorary Membership
Marc Blackson
Founder and President, Blackson Brick
Dallas