EXCELLENCE

The diligent pursuit of excellence is a cornerstone of AIA Montana. We aim to embody the standard of excellence in architecture in the state of Montana, and we endeavor to bring distinction and recognition to our organization through high professional and educational standards. We see opportunity in ingenuity, and support the process of innovation and discovery shared by architects as they continue to grow and evolve across a career. Our organization strives to foster excellence in architecture through a culture of conscientiousness, growth, and dedication inherent in creating a superior built environment that represents social equity and environmental sustainability. We recognize the merit of the creative process in architecture and actively acknowledge and honor great work. AIA Montana serves the transformative, ongoing evolution of hands-on problem solving that produces exceptional design in architecture. 

THE 2026 DESIGN AWARDS SUBMISSIONS ARE OPEN

The Awards Celebration will be conducted at the Design Conference on September 24th in Helena, MT

SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

(you must complete the steps below for each submission)

1. Review the Guidelines & Framework for Design Excellence above

2. Complete the Submission form for your project

3. Complete the Confidential ID form (complete one for each submission)

4. Pay the submission fee (you will receive an invoice within 2 business days of submission

Entrants will be notified of an awarded submission by August 15

RESOURCES

If you need assistance generating the metrics required for the submission, please reach out to:

INTEGRATED DESIGN LABORATORY

Jaya Mukhopadhyay, Ph.D. LEED AP

406-994-6439

https://www.montana.edu/idl/

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STUDENT DESIGN AWARDS:

SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

(One submission per student, per year)

1. Review the Guidelines & Framework for Design Excellence above

2. Complete the Submission form for your project

Entrants will be notified of an awarded submission by September 1. There will be a nominal student registration fee for the conference ($20) and we are coordinating transportation to Helena with MSU