The American Institute of Architects Baton Rouge presented awards to 10 projects from eight different firms at the 2014 Rose Awards Gala Friday. More than 30 projects were submitted for the occasion, which has been celebrating great architectural work in the Capital City for more than 35 years.
A new gymnasium for the LSU Laboratory School designed by Tipton Associates took home this year’s sole Gold Rose Award. Judges said the design is “an inspired solution,” and that “all aspects of the project, from site placement to color, have been carefully considered and integrated into a cohesive whole.”
Other award winners include DNA Workshop’s office renovation, which picked up Members Choice and Silver Rose Award honors. The jury said the office that houses Dyke Nelson Architecture should be applauded for removing the roof in one area “to create an inspired courtyard,” dramatically improving the overall look and feel of the space.