Editor’s Message

Welcome to the 57th Annual Archi Awards for the AIA Long Island Chapter!

Although the COVID-19 pandemic continues to hit some parts of the country, with a majority of people vaccinated, I finally sense the light at the end of the tunnel. With things reopening slowly, architectural firms are able to maintain a steady recovery and growth this year. I believe this was also reflected on the Archi awards entries. The quality of all entries, regardless their award status, continue to excel this year. The winning projects, especially, vividly showcases the architects’ thoughtful responses to various architectural and urban design challenges that are unique to the site conditions these projects are located. Kudos to all the firms who have participated for their dedication to creating a better community.

Second year in a row, I am honored and proud to have the opportunity collaborating with Graciela Carrillo, AIA (2020-2021 President) and Gary Hansen, AIA (2022-2023 President). I am sure the Archi Awards program will continue to flourish in the future under the chapter’s leadership. The jury selected for this year’s award program is very impressive as well. They are not only celebrated designers, but also dedicated community architects and entrepreneurs with diverse backgrounds. I know many of them personally and they are amazing individuals.

I would also like to take this opportunity to thank you, members of the AIA Long Island Chapter, for your support and positive comments. I hope this publication will become part of your firm’s marketing material and social media campaign.

Congratulations again to all of the firms who participated in the award program. You are who made the program successful. I hope you all enjoy the magazine as well! Thank you.

Yu-Ngok Lo, FAIA

Yu-Ngok is the founding Principal of YNL Architects in Culver City, California. He was the Editor-In-Chief of the AIA YAF CONNECTION, NOMA magazine, and the AIA Strategic Council Yearbook. Yu-Ngok is currently the Editor-InChief of the AIA College of Fellows Newsletter and the American Institute of Building Design magazine .