Young Architect Of the YEar AWARD
The Young Architect of the Year Award (YAYA) is given to the individual who has shown exceptional leadership and made significant contributions to the profession in an early stage of their professional career.
ELIGIBILITY
Applicant must be:
An AIA Architect Member of the San Diego Chapter (including AIA Palomar) or employed by a member firm that pays supplemental dues;
Applicant must be licensed for less than ten years from the date of submittal. Applicant’s license may have been obtained anytime from the year 2014 to your submittal date.
SCHEDULE
June 6 – August 12th | Submission period open
August- September 2024 | Jury review
September 2024 Honoree(s) notified
Wednesday, November 13th | Awards Ceremony
SUBMITTAL INSTRUCTIONS
> Download the Attestation Form
Provide a maximum of 16 pages, including the following:
Pg. 1: A one-page biography of the nominee. (Consider including a headshot and/or photo of the nominee in action)
Pg. 2: A one-page statement of contributions that identifies the nominee’s *Focus Area(s), supports the submission, and illustrates the nominee’s individual contribution(s).
Pgs. 3-12: Exhibits of a maximum of 10 pages with images and/or drawings or other materials that best demonstrate the nominee’s outstanding accomplishments, particularly as they pertain to your specific *Focus Area.
Pgs.13-14: Two (2) one-page letters of recommendation (to be written on company letterhead containing original or electronic signatures).
Pg. 15: Attestation Form
Pg. 16: Photo Release Form
Additional comments:
Applicant may submit the 16-page (or less!) packet as a PPT (wide screen) or PDF (up to 11x17). Try not to exceed 12MB file size.
Please label file(s) clearly for submission. For example: 2024YAYA_NomineeName
Email all materials to aiasandiego@gmail.com with the subject line YAYA
There is no charge to submit an application for this award.
