HENDERSON, NEV. – The American Institute of Architects (AIA), a network of architecture professionals that boasts 95,000 members, has awarded two TSK architects with a 2020 Emerging Professional Award. The Western Mountain Region Design Awards program, which encompasses six states, recognized a total of 10 emerging professionals. Three of those awards were given to professionals in Nevada and two of them were awarded to Christopher Lujan and Maggie Will of TSK Architects.
“I am truly proud of Chris and Maggie for being recognized as emerging professionals by AIA,” said Windom Kimsey, president and CEO of TSK Architects. “This recognition speaks volumes of their individual skills and talents and is a testimony of TSK’s commitment to working with experts who represent the best and brightest in their field.”
AIA awarded Christopher Lujan, based out of Henderson, the 2020 Young Architect Award which honors individuals who exhibit exceptional leadership and make noteworthy contributions to the architecture profession early in their careers. Lujan, who joined TSK in 2007, has a portfolio that represents a wide range of complex projects across Nevada. Maggie Will, based out of Reno, received the 2020 Nevada Emerging Professional Leadership Award which is given to one architect per year. This accolade is awarded to those who demonstrate a strong commitment to the profession and have taken on an active leadership role in their Chapter and their community. Will, who has worked with TSK since 2020, was nominated for her diverse leadership skills and active community service.
The AIA Western Mountain Region Design Awards program recognizes excellence in design, planning, and construction, as well as notable achievements and contributions. All nominations for awards are judged individually by a jury to members in the Western Mountain Region which includes Nevada, Utah, Wyoming, Colorado, Arizona and New Mexico.
