Adding to recent accolades from AIA Richmond and AIA Virginia, this distinguished award celebrates projects across the country that prioritize diversity, equity, and community impact while pushing the boundaries of design innovation. Judged in equal parts for its visual identity and thoughtful community impact, The Shockoe Project stands as a meaningful tribute to inclusive design bringing Richmond’s long-silenced stories to light. It showcases the project’s role in honoring voices from the past while amplifying their resilience on a national stage for future generations to come.