The American Institute of Architects, California Council (AIACC) has announced the 2012 Design Award Recipients. Since 1982, AIACC has recognized excellence in architecture and design through the AIACC Design Awards Program. An esteemed Design Awards jury has selected these award winners out of 300 submittals. Continue after the break to review the projects!
Honor Awards for Architecture Flynn Mews, Dublin / Lorcan O’Herlihy Architects
Situated in the heart of Dublin, Ireland on the site of an existing 1847 Georgian Manor, the firm was asked to design a single family mews that incorporates a historically significant coach house façade. The local planning council requested that the existing façade be restored with only limited alterations and that views from the primary manor be maintained. The council’s parameters were used as the driving force behind the design. Jury comments: This home is a fabulous, intriguing example of the integration of new and old elements. Well-proportioned and naturally lit, it uses changing materials and color to draw the visitor into the house.
