Design + Honor Awards Event Sponsorship

Celebrating the exemplary work of Colorado Architects

The Annual Design + Honor Awards recognize the most outstanding work of AIA Colorado members and their firms, reinforce the value of great architecture, and highlight members’ positive contributions to the community.

Each year, over 300 attendees celebrate 20+ project winners and 9+ individual award recipients. The event is not only fun and informative, but attendees enjoy fantastic food and drinks, beautiful musical performances, and meaningful time to mingle.

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2026

Awards Celebration Event

When: Thursday, September 17, 2026

Where: Mile High Station, in Denver

Event Sponsorship

Reach Colorado Architects

Take advantage of the venue’s giant video screen and open floor plan that allows attendees to freely move throughout the space. Short remarks will be made from stage while Awards are announced via video, allowing our sponsors’ names and logos multiple opportunities to be heard and seen.

Sponsoring the Design + Honor Awards was an incredible experience. This event provided valuable networking opportunities and sparked meaningful discussions that deepened our understanding of architecture’s evolving landscape. Our support reflects our commitment to education and professional growth within the Colorado AEC community. We are proud to contribute to an event that champions sustainability, innovation, and creativity.
Laura Charlier, Group 14 Engineering

Event Sponsorship Options

Tier 1

The Designer’s Cocktail

3 total opportunities are available to select base ingredients for signature cocktails to be offered at the event and give it a fun name related to your brand! (1 cocktail + 1 mocktail remain)
Each attendee will be given drink tokens upon arrival as part of their ticket
Company or firm name recognition on number of promotional slides included in the arrival, intermission, and break at the Celebration and the networking portions of the awards event.
Sponsorship recognition on Awards webpage and event listing on Eventbrite
Verbal sponsorship recognition on stage
2 tickets to event Celebration ($300 value)
13 “drinker’s dozen” drink tokens, each good for a “Designer’s Cocktail”, beer, or wine
$5,000

Sponsorship

Tier 2

Epicurean Honors

Company or firm logo in proximity to culinary stations.
Company or firm name recognition on number of promotional slides included in the arrival, intermission, and break at the Celebration and the networking portions of the awards event.
Sponsorship recognition on Awards webpage and event listing
Verbal sponsorship recognition on stage
4 total opportunities available
2 tickets to event celebration ($300 value)
$2,500

Best Seats in the House

10 total opportunities
A reserved table and chairs, right up front, the best seats in the house
Company or firm name visibility displayed in center of table
Verbal sponsorship recognition on stage
8 tickets to event celebration ($1,200 value)
$2,500

Sponsoring the AIA Colorado Design + Honor Awards was an incredible opportunity to celebrate outstanding design and architects while connecting with the architecture community. The event highlighted the innovation shaping Colorado’s built environment and the power of strong collaboration. We truly enjoyed catching up with clients in person and meeting new people who share our passion for thoughtful design. For anyone considering sponsorship, it’s a great way to support the industry, build relationships, and be part of something truly inspiring!
Laraine Saldivar, AE Design

Deadline: September 4th

The deadline to reserve your Design + Awards Event Sponsorship is Friday, September 4th.

Please contact membership@aiacolorado.org to get started with your Awards sponsorship. We look forward to working with you!

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