2013 Arizona Forward Crescordia Environmental Excellence Award
Tom’s Thumb Trailhead in the Scottsdale McDowell Sonoran Preserve

For more information on the 2013 Arizona Forward Environmental Excellence Awards:  http://www.arizonaforward.org/pdf/2013_EEA_Award_Book.pdf

2013 AIA Arizona Honor Award
Tom’s Thumb Trailhead in the Scottsdale McDowell Sonoran Preserve

Project included in Week #14 Issue of AIArchitect at:  http://www.aia.org/practicing/AIAB101836

2013 AIA Arizona SRP Sustainable Award
Tom’s Thumb Trailhead in the Scottsdale McDowell Sonoran Preserve

2013 AIA Western Mountain Region Award of Excellence
Tom’s Thumb Trailhead in the Scottsdale McDowell Sonoran Preserve

AIA Western Mountain Region Jury Comments:
“This Trailhead building is a great example of designing a small building to minimize its’ environmental footprint, siting of access roads parking and building are sensitive to the complex site hydrology.  A large screen structure provides shade to the naturally ventilated toilet rooms and interpretive area.  It works beautifully within its context to enhance the landscape experience.”  Julie Snow, FAIA – Jury Chair

“Subtle and very thoughtful insertion into a desert / mountain environment, materials and geometry feel natural in the landscape.”  Rich Varda, FAIA, ASLA, CID – Juror

“This powerful and arresting trailhead facility is both welcoming and a great introduction for the adventure ahead for its visitors.  It uses compositional imbalance, striking gestures and sophisticated detail to instill the play, confidence and respect for the environment it introduces.  It’s light footprint conveys a standard of respect we should all be striving for.”  Garth Rockcastle, FAIA – Juror