Young Architect Award 2026
Explore the Young Architect Award 2026 recipients—recognized for their exceptional leadership and significant contributions to the architecture profession and their communities.
Recognizing emerging architect professionals
These early-career architects have been recognized with the Young Architect Award for their exceptional leadership and significant contributions to the architecture profession, including environmental advocacy, increasing access to great design, and mentoring future architects.
Katie Ackerly, AIA, is a 2026 recipient of the AIA Young Architect Award. She advances climate-responsive housing and equitable design through research-driven practice, policy leadership, and
Amanda S. Barton, AIA, is a 2026 recipient of the AIA Young Architect Award. She advances resilience and sustainability through design, advocacy, and mentorship—empowering communities and the next
Cameron S. Bolin, AIA, is a 2026 recipient of the AIA Young Architect Award. He advances sustainable design, housing innovation, and community impact through leadership, advocacy, and practice.
Melanie Islam, AIA, is a 2026 recipient of the AIA Young Architect Award. She advances climate action through policy, practice, and collaboration—shaping resilient communities and measurable design
Lyndley Kent, AIA, LFA, is a 2026 recipient of the AIA Young Architect Award. She advances climate-focused design and equitable practice by transforming values into measurable systems, impactful
Samantha Markham, AIA, is a 2026 recipient of the AIA Young Architect Award. She advances the profession through mentorship, educational design, and leadership that expands opportunity for future
Ceara O’Leary, AIA, is a 2026 recipient of the AIA Young Architect Award. She is recognized for her human-centered design approach and dedication to mentoring the next generation of architects.
Carrie Lee Parker, AIA, is a 2026 recipient of the AIA Young Architect Award. She advances the profession through mentorship, advocacy, and leadership that empowers the next generation of architects.
Robert (Bob) Perry, AIA, is a 2026 recipient of the AIA Young Architect Award. He advances innovative, high-performance design that transforms existing buildings and strengthens urban environments.
Li Ren, AIA, is a 2026 recipient of the AIA Young Architect Award. He advances equitable communities through global leadership, design innovation, and advocacy for inclusive practice.
