What are the North American Copper in Architecture Awards (NACIAA)?

The North American Copper in Architecture Awards (NACIAA) recognizes and promotes North American building projects for their outstanding use of architectural copper and copper alloys. The 2008 program showcases a wide range of projects, all of which highlight craftsmanship, attention to detail, and architectural vision. Historically, copper has long been used because of its great natural beauty and finish, its performance and durability, and its long service life and recyclability. Today, copper remains a superior building material, adapted and utilized for a wide variety of contemporary and cutting edge applications.


Eligibility:

      • Project must be located in Canada or the United States and completed within the past 3 years

      • Project must feature a significant application of architectural copper alloy(s)

      • Copper manufacturer must be located in North America


Categories:

      • Historic Restoration

      • New Construction


Entry deadline for the 2009 NACIA Awards is September 30, 2008.

Click here to download the entry form.


Judging:

Projects will be judged by a panel of industry experts based on the following criteria:

      • Copper system design

      • Integration of copper alloys with overall building design

      • Craftsmanship of installation

      • Excellence in innovation or restoration, as applicable


Prizes:

Winners will be awarded with a custom copper etching commemorating the winning project. Winners will be posted on the Canadian Copper & Brass Development Association's website, the Copper Development Association’s website and publicized in various industry publications.


For more information:

In Canada please contact Stephen Knapp at sawknapp@coppercanada.ca

In the United States please contact Margaret DeLeeuw at mdeleeuw@cda.copper.org


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