Masonry Magazine May 2009 Page. 40

Words: Rick Swanson, Randy Weil
Masonry Magazine May 2009 Page. 40

Masonry Magazine May 2009 Page. 40
2009 MTV Awards

MIW EXCELLENCE IN MASONRY AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED

The Masonry Institute of Washington (MIW) announced the winners for its Excellence in Masonry awards program. This year, the statewide competition featured more than 70 projects, which were judged on basis of displaying "Excellence" in design, constructability and workmanship.

The MIW says these projects now are being forwarded for national awards, solidifying the Northwest as one of the most innovative, creative and best craft representations of masonry anywhere in the country. To learn more, visit www.masonryinstitute.com, IMAS

The following are the top winners in each of the categories:

People's Choice Award

UPTOWN GIG HARBOR
Architect: HHJ Architects
Mason contractor: Keystone Masonry

Judges Choice Award

WASHINGTON SQUARE
Architect: Collins Woerman
Mason contractor: Fairweather Masonry
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