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Hello! You are invited to a First Thursday on Main Street Celebration at the SC Center for Architecture!
On Thursday, September 3, 2026, the American Institute of Architects South Carolina Chapter and the SC Architectural Foundation will collaborate to host a 2026 Design Awards exhibition, People’s Choice Awards announcement, and reception at the SC Center for Architecture, 1530 Main Street, Columbia, SC.
As part of First Thursday on Main Street, the SC Center for Architecture will be open to the public from 5:00 to 9:00 PM. Project boards featuring the 23 AIA SC Design award recipients will be on display. Light refreshments will be served.
Architects, builders, designers, AEC community, arts enthusiasts, First Thursday fans, business and cultural leaders, party people, we want YOU to be a part of this special evening in the capital city! Celebrate design excellence in South Carolina, meet the designers, and learn more about the featured projects.
And the Winner is....
At 7:00 PM, 14 winners of the People’s Choice Awards will be announced.
Executive Director Robert Harrahill will welcome guests and John Brandon, ADC Engineering will be the awards MC, with the assistance of Robert Reilly, Hill Construction and Kay Hampton, Terracon.
Meet Draya Butler-Savage, the new Programs and Membership Manager! It's officially a party! Be sure to add to the vibes with your favorite song on the collaborative playlist, link below.
Meet the Architects
People's Choice Award recipients will be given the opportunity to speak briefly on their projects, process, and concept in their own words.
Design Teams Representing Their Projects
Designers, Was your firm honored in the juried spring design awards? Come out and represent, visit the project board on display, meet up with colleagues, and engage with the public viewpoints.
Do not miss out on the special annual event! Please register below and let us know you plan on attending...
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