Archi Committee Chairman’s Message

Welcome to the 57th annual Archi Awards presented by the Long Island Chapter of the American Institute of Architects. On behalf of the Board, Directors, Members, and staff I welcome everyone and thank you for your support and attendance.

We hope that you and your family had a healthy and safe year. The pandemic was challenging and hopefully we are closer to full recovery. It is our pleasure to have this year’s event in person once again. Although last year’s video version was well received there is nothing more pleasurable than being able to see and interact with everyone.

The Archi Awards represents our premier annual event, and it is with much pride that I was allowed to be a part of the celebration and a small contributor to the 57 years of recognizing, supporting and honoring those members who have distinguished themselves by creating quality architectural works. I would like to thank the members of our Committee Ms. Graciela Carrillo, AIA, Mr. Gary Hansen, AIA, Mr. Thomas Scotto, AIA, Mr. Jake Rivalsi, AIA, Mr. Joseph Iannucci, AIA, Mr. Mark Kruse, AIA, Ms. Ann LoMonte, Hon. AIA and Ms. Joanne Paulino for their hard work and dedication. This event requires endless hours of planning and organization consisting of establishing the award criteria, developing the program, selection of Jury members, review of submissions, proofing the printed and video materials and putting together the final presentation. We are fortunate to have members who are willing to dedicate their time, much of which is after working hours and running late into the evening, and energy to ensure our continued success.

I would also like to thank our Jury members who were gracious enough to volunteer their time to serve in reviewing and rating this year’s submissions. The Jury members were Christian Jordan, AIA, Karen

Blanchard, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, Eric Oskey, AIA, Jeff Pastva, AIA, CPHC and Ximena Valle, AIA, LEEP AP. The work is extremely tedious, and we sincerely appreciate their service, dedication and hard work.

A special thanks to Green Logic Energy, PGI Geothermal, and Sherwin Williams for their sponsorship of the Special Awards.

Finally, I would like to congratulate our honorees and award winners. Thank you for your attendance and support for tonight’s event. Enjoy the evening and we pray that you and your family remain safe and healthy.

Anthony S. DiProperzio, AIA

received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Architecture from New York Institute of Technology in 1973. He is certified by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards and obtained his license in the State of New York and began his practice in 1976. He is also licensed in New Jersey, Connecticut, Florida and California. Mr. DiProperzio also served as an Adjunct Professor at N.Y.I.T. from 1976 to 1986, Chairman of the N.Y.I.T. Council of Overseers for Architecture 1997 to 2000 and President of the Architecture Alumni from 1997 to 2000. His service in the AIA includes President of both the Queens Chapter from 1993 - 1994 and President of the Long Island Chapter 2014. He also served at the New York State AIA level as Secretary/Treasurer 1996, VP Communications/Public Relations 1997, VP Government Affairs 1998 and Board of Directors in 2008 - 2009. Mr. DiProperzio also serves as a Neutral for the American Arbitration Association. He served in the U.S. Army from 1968 to 1970 and received a Letter of Commodation for his service at the Edgewood Arsenal, Maryland and was honorably discharged.