Jul 14 2010
The Frontier Project, the only hands-on sustainable educational facility in Southern California, has been named one of the "Best of L.A. Architects" at the 40th Annual Los Angeles Architectural Awards, held June 29 at the JW Marriott at LA Live.
Presented by the Los Angeles Business Council (LABC), the Awards recognize project teams that have contributed to the County of Los Angeles' preeminent architecture. This year a new category, "Best of L.A. Architects," was added to recognize local architects for projects completed outside of Los Angeles County.
The Frontier Project was honored under the new "Best of L.A. Architects" category in the Domestic class. Hundreds of submissions were received by a jury of 10 design and building professionals, and 31 winning projects were recognized in 20 categories.
Frontier Project
"To be recognized among the best architectural projects in Los Angeles is a tremendous honor," says Kathy Tiegs, Vice Chairwoman of the Frontier Project Foundation. "The Frontier Project is a place where the community can go to see, touch and feel sustainable products and systems. The fact that our design has been recognized at this level is a testament to the significance and innovative aspects of the overall Project."
Each member of the design team was presented with a commemorative award certificate at the annual project exhibition and awards luncheon. Representatives from HMC Architects (designer), Turner Construction (builder), and the Cucamonga Valley Water District (owner) were in attendance.
"We appreciate the LABC for their spirit and commitment to encourage design innovation in the communities of the greater Los Angeles area," says Pasqual Gutierrez, AIA/ Director of Architecture, HMC Architects. "It is a privilege for the Frontier Project to be recognized in the company of these distinctive award winners."
The Frontier Project is designed to assist in educating resident consumers, commercial builders and sustainable advocates about the latest technologies in conservation. Features include water harvesting, storm water management, drought-tolerant landscaping, solar power and a weather station. The Frontier Project has achieved a LEED Platinum rating from the U.S. Green Building Council.
Source: http://www.frontierproject.com/