November 7, 2011

From Here to There: High Trestle Bridge Artistic Elements - an AIA Design Award Winner

The High Trestle Bridge Artistic Elements was recognized as an award recipient of a 2011 AIA Iowa Excellence in Design Award of Merit.

The High Trestle Trail Bridge installation is a unique combination of art and architecture. It was accomplished through a truly collaborative, multi-disciplinary process that combined the talents and expertise of artists, architects, landscape architects, graphic designers, videographers, engineers, working closely with an extensive network of fabricators and installation contractors. The project has been universally embraced by the public with an incredible number of users.

"A refreshing addition to the competition pool, this installation engages the user along the journey with multiple experiences, of a simple yet powerful gesture" stated one juror.

The American Institute of Architects, Iowa Chapter (AIA Iowa), announced the recipients of the 2011 AIA Iowa Excellence in Design Awards, the 2011 AIA Iowa Allied Member Excellence in Craft and AIA Iowa Medal of Honor Awards during an Award Celebration held, September 29, at the Jasper Winery in Des Moines. These awards recognize excellence in architecture and emphasize the importance of the profession in communities.

To learn more about this project, please visit our High Trestle Bridge Artistic Elements project page.