AWARDS FOR ARCHITECTURE

THE SAIA AWARDS PROGRAMME
Architecture is the most visible and public of the arts. An important function of the South African Institute of Architects (SAIA) is to recognise and promote excellence in architecture and to create public awareness and debate on architectural issues. The SAIA Award for Excellence programme is in support of these goals and run over a two year period.

REGIONAL AWARD OF COMMENDATION
This award is made to members of the Regional Institutes to encourage and recognise good design or a significant contribution in the field of architecture. It may be for:

• A new building or group of buildings;
• A work of technological importance;
• The conservation, restoration and/or rehabilitation (refurbishment) of existing buildings, historic precincts or areas;
• A work of social importance, other than a building, for which the member was appointed as the architect.

There is no restriction on the building type, use or size. It is also intended for small-scale alterations or interiors if they are of exceptional quality and contribute to the current discourse on architecture. Although the work may contain flaws, it should be clearly identifiable as having specific attributes that are worthy of commendation.

Work may be submitted to the Region by the author or nominated by any member of the Region with the author's, or other responsible person's permission.

COROBRIK SAIA AWARD OF MERIT
This award is made to members of SAIA to encourage and recognise good design or a significant contribution in the field of architecture.
Although the work may contain minor flaws, it should be clearly identifiable as a work of architectural merit.
Work, having been submitted to the Region, may be selected by the regional panel of assessors for national adjudication, and is submitted by the Regional Committee to a central venue.

COROBRIK SAIA AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE
The Award for Excellence is made only for an exceptional achievement in the field of architecture. Projects that have received an Award of Merit are eligible for this award.