Recognition

CH-A’s work has been recognized by national and regional professional bodies for its contribution to urban design, public space, and civic architecture. These awards reflect peer evaluation, jury-based assessment, and sustained engagement with complex public-realm projects.

Awards, Publications & Professional Activities

Dedication. Expertise. Passion.

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City of Ottawa 2019

Ottawa Urban Design Awards — Award of Excellence

NCC Capital Illumination Plan

Awarded for excellence in urban design contributing to the quality, character, and long-term resilience of the city. More here. Role: Project Manager.

Canadian Institute of Planners · 2018

Canadian Institute of Planners — Award of Merit

NCC Capital Illumination Plan

National recognition for planning and urban design work demonstrating innovation, rigor, and public benefit. More here. Role: Project Manager.

Royal Architectural Institute of Canada · 2000

RAIC — First Prize and Prix du Public

EHDD Architecture Competition Entry

Top jury award recognizing architectural quality, clarity of concept, and contribution to the discipline. Competition entry for redesign of the parliamentary precinct focussing on Blocks 1,2,3. Role: Project Designer.

City of Chicago / Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs · 1998

Jens Jensen Chicago Prize (First Place)

Andrews University Design Studio Entry.

International competition recognizing visionary approaches to landscape, public space, and urban ecology. Proposal for a redesign of Northerly Island.

Andrews University, Master of Architecture Program · 2001

Visiting Critic

Invited critic for graduating M.Arch students.

American Institute of Steel Construction — National Student Competition · 2005

Juror

Served as juror for a national, jury-selected student design competition.