The Contemplative Commons was honored to receive the AIA Education Facility Design Award which celebrates innovative projects across the learning continuum, from early childhood to higher education. The award recognizes design excellence as sustainable, resilient, and inclusive.

An AIA award is the ultimate acknowledgment of impactful, exemplary work that sets new standards and inspires others. In 2026, AIA honored project-based award recipients across ten competitive national award programs.

In related news, there is an article on the Contemplative Commons and the award on the architectural media platform, The Plan (requires purchase).