The AIA San Francisco Guide to Submitting a Winning Project in the 13th Edition of the Dedalo Minosse International Prize

Join us on Tuesday, April 29^th for an enlightening Virtual Discussion and primer on how to submit a winning entry into this year’s edition of this prestigious international awards program dedicated to the collaboration between architect and client in promoting sustainable design excellence in architecture.

Zoom link will be provided in advance of the event.

Registration for the Award is free and is open now until May 21, 2025. 

Awards:

The Jury assigns the following main awards in addition to other special awards:

• The Dedalo Minosse International Prize, to a Client who commissioned a professional Architect from any country in the world;
• The Dedalo Minosse International Prize OCCAM - Under 40, to a Client who commissioned a young professional Architect from any country in the world;
• The ALA - Assoarchitetti Fondazione Inarcassa Prize, to a Client who commissioned an Italian professional Architect;
• The ALA - Assoarchitetti Prize - Under 40, to a Client who commissioned a young Italian professional Architect.

Special guest will be Architect Marcella Gabbiani, Director of the Dedalo Minosse International Prize who will highlight the history and purpose of the Prize, as well as the selection criteria and focus of the international jury. 

Moderated by the AIASF International Practice Committee Knowledge Community.

Marcella Gabbiani                                                                                                                                                          Studio Gabbiani e Associati / Vicenza                                                                                                                Director, Dedalo Minosse International Prize 

Agenda:   

12:00 – 12:10 pm: Welcome and Introductory Remarks – Shawn Yang & Bill Higgins

12:10 – 12:30pm: Dedalo Minosse Presentation – Marcella Gabbiani

12:30 – 1:00 pm: Q&A / Discussion on Submission Requirements and Strategies 

Learning Objectives (1 LU)   

1. Learn about the history and prestige of this International Awards program.

2. Identify design features which will be the criteria for jury selection.

3. Discuss strategies for positioning your project submission for better exposure to the jury.

4. Learn about the importance of the client’s participation and support of

the project’s success.