ALT Union on Knox, completed in 2024, is a mixed-use student apartment community bridging the University of Maryland’s campus downtown College Park. The 359,000-SF development includes 340 apartments, 24,000 SF of retail, and a 331-space garage. Anchored by Sterling Place, a pedestrian retail corridor, the project overcomes a 20-foot grade change with a grand public stair that links campus and city. Featuring active storefronts, student-focused amenities, and LEED-Gold design, Union on Knox creates a vibrant, connected community. ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN TEAM ARCHITECURE: Bob Keane, AIA, Mickey Finn, AIA, Matt Lam, Sungjin Cho, AIA, David Osorio, Deborah McPherson, AIA INTERIORS: Manuel Lauzurique-Abiega, Keith Worley, AIA, Neha Pathare, Michael Broderick OWNER/CLIENT Greystar / John Beinert CONTRACTOR John Moriarty & Associates, LLC / Chris Woitowicz #aiapotomacvalley⁠ #AIAPVAwards2025⁠ #aiadesignawards2025 #multifamilyarchitecture #mixeduse #wdg

ALT ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN TEAM Michael Winstanley AIA, George Eisenberger, AIA, Leejung Hong LEED AP OWNER/CLIENT Montgomery Parks, Wheaton HQ CONTRACTOR Dustin Construction PHOTOGRAPHER Anice Hoachlander The design of the Hillandale Local Park Pavilion embodies a playful and dynamic architectural expression, inspired by the very meaning of "Hill and Dale"—a landscape of rolling hills and valleys. The double-pitched roof reflects this concept, creating a sense of movement and rhythm that echoes the natural undulations of the surrounding park terrain. The design team explored multiple concepts, engaging with community groups throughout the process to ensure the pavilion would be a welcoming and meaningful structure for local residents. JURY “In its simplicity, the pavilion gifts the community a stage for everyday ritual—picnics, play, gathering—where belonging is practiced in the open air.” #aiapotomacvalley⁠ #AIAPVAwards2025⁠ #aiadesignawards2025 #winstanleyarchitects

ALT Ellen Ochoa Middle School is a new 1,200-seat Middle School which draws inspiration from its location in Glenridge Community Park for form and material and provides a new community hub. The school is organized around a Student Commons that flows downhill with the slope of the park and connects the public zone (Gym, Dining, Media and Admin) to the Academic Wings and North and South Learning Courtyards which provide secure outdoor learning environments. JURY “The jury felt the new school with its design and materiality made a connection to the surrounding landscape and the neighborhood, while the jury commended its high-performance features like LEED Gold and a net zero energy target help it reduce its environmental impact and meet sustainable goals. We found the layout emphasizes the use of natural light and collective spaces that make it a welcoming, inclusive place.” Explore further at Grimm + Parker Architects: https://www.grimmandparker.com/projects/ellen-ochoa-ms

ALT ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN TEAM Tom Donaghy, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, Principal-in-Charge; Alex Shifflett, AIA, NCARB, CDT, CSI, CCCA, Project Director; Kevin Pennington, RA, LEED AP, Project Architect; Iffat Afsana, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, Project Architect; Leah Kleinman, AIA, NCARB, LEED Green Associate, Project Architect; Nia Furr, NCARB, Architectural Designer; Shane Trexler, MBA, LEED AP O+M, Sustainability; and Jacobi Gastile, BIM Manager OWNER/CLIENT Housing Opportunities Commission, Montgomery County, MD CONTRACTOR Costello Construction JURY “This mixed-use development is a true gift to the neighborhood. The jury was impressed with its strong social impact, especially the commitment to a community-focused design. With new pools, a health center, and dedicated senior living, the development shows a real understanding of the community's needs, creating a new, vibrant hub for everyone to enjoy.” Explore further: https://www.kgdarchitecture.com/projects/the-leggett-ssrac/

ALT Whether you're breaking new ground or preserving cherished history, this is your chance to be recognized for elevating the built environment through design. The competition is more than an awards program—it's a platform to honor architectural innovation, highlight the vital role of collaboration, and celebrate the transformative power of design. Why Enter? • Earn recognition for you, your clients, and your consultants. • Raise awareness of the architect’s impact on quality of life. • Celebrate excellence across all project types—from sleek new constructions to thoughtfully executed renovations and historic restorations. Entries will be reviewed by an accomplished team of firm leaders from AIA Arkansas led by Head Juror Marlon M. Blackwell, FAIA, Founding Partner + Design Director, Marlon Blackwell Architects. Awards will be presented at AIAPV’s Design + Leadership Awards ceremony on the evening of Thursday, October 22.

ALT ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN TEAM George Eisenberger AIA, Michael Winstanley AIA, Leejung Hong LEED AP, Mike Balaban, Chan Park, Assoc. AIA, Bence Szaloki, AIA OWNER/CLIENT Route 66 RENDERINGS Lifang Renderings The Torpedo Factory Art Center (TFAC), originally a U.S. Naval munitions plant, was transformed in 1974 into a public arts hub on Alexandria’s waterfront. The new vision repositions TFAC as a dynamic, 21st-century cultural destination. The plan retains the original structure while reorganizing the interior around a central atrium to improve daylight, circulation, and visibility across all floors. This re-envisioning transforms TFAC into a future-facing cultural landmark—an inclusive and inspiring epicenter for arts, innovation, and public life along the Alexandria waterfront.

ALT The Bullis Park Residence was created for a family wanting a modern home that felt connected to its traditional neighborhood. The design makes the most of its compact lot, with open living spaces filled with natural light and easy flow to the outdoors. High ceilings and carefully placed windows create a sense of spaciousness and privacy. Every feature, from the wrap-around porch to the backyard ball court, reflects the family’s routines and sense of community. JURY “This residential project in Silver Spring, Maryland draws formal inspiration from its context, demonstrating a thoughtful reading of scale and typology in the development of a new housing proposal. Elements such as board and batten siding, porch, yard, and landscaping are choreographed to offer a fresh interpretation of familiar domestic features. The integration of resilient landscaping and energy-efficient strategies further contributes to reducing the home's environmental footprint.”

ALT Neumann Lewis Buchanan Architects with offices in DC and Middleburg, VA is seeking a project architect with 4+ years' experience for each location. We are an 8-person award-winning, widely published design firm producing a broad range of carefully detailed tradition-based residential projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Good opportunity for professional growth in pleasant city or country work environment.

ALT SFH Demo and Modular Replacement Project, PG County: The project includes a full English basement designed to accommodate a future self-contained unit with separate exterior entrance. The lot is an irregular, tapered shape in an RSF-65 zone and will require a BZA variance for non-conforming lot width prior to permit submission. The modular manufacturer will supply certified structural drawings for the above-grade structure. We need a local design professional to handle all site-specific and below-grade work, coordinate with the manufacturer, and shepherd the project through county approval. We do have an excellent expeditor available.

ALT ARCHITECT SmithGroup OWNER/CLIENT Montgomery College, Lisa Thomas, Senior Project Manager, Assoc. AIA, LEED GA CONTRACTOR Barton Malow Construction / David Coleman The new Catherine and Isiah Leggett Math and Science Building at Montgomery College's Takoma Park/Silver Spring campus exemplifies the College’s dedication to STEM education. It features state-of-the-art labs, a Math and Science Learning Center, a planetarium, outdoor green spaces, and landscaped walkways. The building creates a new campus anchor and supports commuter students in their pursuit of careers in science, math, technology, medicine, and nursing, setting them on a successful academic journey. JURY “An elegant, well-proportioned design with a restrained material palette that celebrates geometry, proportion, light, and air. A subtle twist in the plan creates striking double-height spaces, while the refined use of materials and natural light makes this a thoughtful and commendable scheme.”