Masonry Magazine April 2006 Page. 56
Excellence in Masonry
2006 MCAA International
Excellence in Masonry Awards
Industrial/Commercial
Honor Award:
Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts
Mason Contractor: Brazos Masonry Inc., Waco, Texas
Architect: Hardy Holzman Pfeiffer Associates, New York
Judges' Comments: Gracefully curved, undulating brick walls punctuated with irregular openings make this building a symphony of architecture. A rich palette of unusual brick faces and shapes further contribute to an extraordinary project. A design expressing great drama and impressive masonry craftsmanship.
Honorable Mention:
Tom Long Building
Mason Contractor: Harold F. Johnson Masonry, Cheyenne, Wyo.
Architect: Douglas L. Coates Architect, Cheyenne, Wyo.
Judges' Comments: Very nice craftsmanship in the brick and cast stone arches. A very simple building cube with an abundance of texture and detail-but not overdone.
Pavers/Retaining Walls/Landscaping
Honor Award:
Allen Civic Plaza
Mason Contractor: Dee Brown Inc., Garland, Texas
Architect: Brad Goldberg Inc., Dallas
Judges' Comments: A plaza worthy of highest award recognition. Huge stones, wandering paths and spacious grass areas are thoughtfully arranged with beautiful geometry. The heavy stones are beautifully hewn and carefully fit - a tribute to the masons
Merit Award:
Jordan Creek Mall Landscaping
Mason Contractor: Forrest & Associate Inc., Des Moines, Iowa
Architect: Murase Associates, Seattle
Judges' Comments: The combination of cut stone, rough uncut stone and water create a very tranquil destination. The stones look as if Mother Nature carefully placed them.