The latest local chapter awards offer a timely South Florida design roundup, spanning built work, interiors, preservation, public space, unbuilt proposals and student projects.
Mayfair House Hotel & Garden, Coconut Grove, Miami, Florida, United States
About this story
AIA Miami recognized architectural projects, students and professional leaders at its 2026 Design and Honor Awards gala. The chapter says a jury representing AIA Detroit evaluated more than 120 design entries, considering design quality, social impact, innovation, context, performance and environmental stewardship. Listed project recipients include One Flagler by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill; Surfside 96th Street Park by William Lane Architect; the Delano Hotel by Studio Mc+G Architecture; and the Historic Gas Plant Redevelopment by WJArchitects. The recipient list also includes student awards and individual honors.
Status and timeline
Award winners were recognized at AIA Miami’s annual gala on October 23, 2026; the chapter has published the recipient list.
Design highlights
The award slate provides a cross-section of South Florida work, including urban and landscape design, cultural projects, renovations, interiors, hospitality and unbuilt proposals.

