In collaboration with Dwell Magazine, Andersen invites architects to submit entries for its second annual Bright Ideas Design Awards. The contest recognizes outstanding architectural projects showcasing fenestration in transformational design with solar-oriented configurations.
“As contemporary design continues to grow in favorability among homeowners, architects and builders, we are thrilled to be teaming up with Dwell again this year for the second annual Bright Ideas Design Awards,” says Annie Zipfel, senior vice president and chief marketing officer at Andersen Corp. “Our homes are our sanctuaries — the places where we express our truest selves. At Andersen, we are inspired by the work of architects who create modern spaces designed to improve our daily lives through the use of windows and doors to increase natural light and bring in fresh air, welcoming a healthier, more sustainable lifestyle and connectivity to the outdoors.”
The Bright Ideas Design Awards recognize newly completed projects submitted in single-family and multi-family categories that demonstrate an exceptional use of daylighting, environmentally responsible design, innovation, and contextually responsive to urban and natural environments, according to a statement.
Winners and runner-ups will be determined by a panel of judges:
- Brandon Berg, vice president of research & development at Andersen
- William Hanley, editor-in-chief of Dwell
- Jonathan Feldman, Feldman Architecture
- Max Guo, partner at AllThatIsSolid and lecturer at UCLA Architecture and Urban Design
- Delia Kenza, DeliaKenza Interiors
- Frederick Tang, Frederick Tang Architecture
“The architects entering this contest not only drive industry trends, but help inform brands like Andersen what customers are craving,” says Berg. “The talented creators of these projects continue to inspire our work to develop sought-after products that bring modern design to life.”
Awards Criteria
The contest is open to licensed individual architects and firms around the world. The winning residential projects will be:
- Creative in their approach to fenestration and daylighting.
- Environmentally responsible with safe, healthy living spaces that incorporate recycled, renewable or otherwise sustainable materials.
- Structurally innovative in their use of new materials and/or methods.
- Contextualized and responsive to their surroundings to ensure they fit into their environment.
“Daylight is an essential ingredient in a well-designed home,” says Hanley. “We’re excited to be continuing our relationship with Andersen and celebrating projects that demonstrate thoughtful and creative use of natural light.”
Interested parties are invited to submit their projects for consideration between now and Friday, July 15, 2022. Dwell will name the winning projects on Monday, Oct. 3, 2022, in celebration of World Architecture Day. Selected projects will also be featured on Dwell.com and in the winter issue of Dwell Magazine.
