Thursday, October 16, 2025
GLC Live at 20 Monroe | 11 Ottawa Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI
Let’s come together to celebrate design excellence and the architects shaping the future of West Michigan. The AIA Grand Rapids Honor Awards Celebration returns this fall—recognizing the people and projects transforming our communities through the power of architecture.
This highly anticipated annual event shines a spotlight on exceptional work across the region. From innovative buildings to impactful community design, we honor the architects, clients, and collaborators behind it all. Whether you’re part of the architectural, engineering, or construction industries—or simply passionate about great design—this is the celebration you won’t want to miss.
Why Attend?
- Celebrate outstanding local projects and practitioners
- Support the advancement of design and innovation
- Connect with peers, clients, and community leaders
- Help elevate public awareness of architecture’s impact
The Honor Awards are more than just recognition—they’re a rallying point for our shared mission: to promote design excellence and amplify the voices of West Michigan’s architectural community.
Schedule
- Reception + Networking | 5:30 PM
- Seated Dinner + Awards Ceremony | 6:30 PM
- Afterglow + Networking | 8 PM
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Getting Here
GLC Live at 20 Monroe is located at 11 Ottawa Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503. The venue does not have dedicated parking, but there are city garages, public lots, and meters nearby.
For more information on parking visit the Downtown Visitor Mobility and Parking Guide.
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Thank you to our 2025 Honor Awards Celebration Sponsors:
Millies Engineering Group: Platinum Partner Sponsor
Progressive Companies: Platinum Partner Sponsor
TowerPinkster: Platinum Partner Sponsor
Fishbeck: Gold Supporter Sponsor
Integrated Architecture: Gold Supporter Sponsor
Michigan Architectural Foundation: Gold Supporter Sponsor
Belden Architectural Elements: Cocktail Sponsor
GDK Construction: Cocktail Sponsor
Rockford Construction: Cocktail Sponsor
Terracon: Cocktail Sponsor
Disability Advocates of Kent County: Accessibility Sponsor
AMDG Architects: Friend of AIA Grand Rapids
Bodwé Professional Services Group: Friend of AIA Grand Rapids
Custer | Steelcase: Friend of AIA Grand Rapids
GMB: Friend of AIA Grand Rapids
Hanbury: Friend of AIA Grand Rapids
Hobbs + Black Architects: Friend of AIA Grand Rapids
Mathison | Mathison Architects: Friend of AIA Grand Rapids
Novum Structures LLC: Friend of AIA Grand Rapids
PurOptima: Friend of AIA Grand Rapids
Builders Exchange of Michigan: Student Ticket Sponsor
Spark 43 Architects: Student Ticket Sponsor
Interested in Sponsoring?
Support our mission and gain visibility among industry leaders, creatives, and civic influencers. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, email us at [email protected].