Design Award Winners

2011 Design Awards - Winners Announced

Non-Industrial Application

The new fire station and social hall in Brunswick, MD is comprised primarily of bowstring joists, which eliminated the need for columns in the interior.  The bowstring joists were also chosen for the architectural effect for both the interior and exterior.  Read More »

Winners receive a $2,000 scholarship in their company's name for the school of their choice.

Judging of each entry is evaluated and based on the following criteria: 

  • Flexibility
  • Speed of construction
  • Value
  • Aesthetic considerations
View the 2011 Design Award Winners

Industrial Application

The 135,000 sqft. of mezzanines for Skechers USA had to meet strict requirements of Seismic Design Category E, in addition to meeting a tight budget and time constraints.  Joists and joist girders met this challenge easily and provided cost savings due to the light weight.  Read More »