PROJECT PROFILE AWARDS 2026
Fish Taco Falls Church Falls Church, Virginia Designer: //3877 Contractor: Hope Construction Fish Taco’s fifth location brings a vibrant, corner presence to the Founder’s Row development, combining a playful aesthetic with a refined dining experience. Building on the brand’s identity, the design introduces a new prototype aimed at supporting future growth and national expansion. Informed by lessons from previous locations, the layout enhances both customer flow and operational efficiency. The result is a balanced environment that strengthens brand consistency while improving functionality for staff and guests alike.
Tilebar – Dallas
Tilebar’s 8,000-square-foot flagship showroom on Knox Street brings the brand to life through immersive displays and curated material experiences. As its largest location to date, the space blends custom fixtures with high-quality tile and wood detailing to create a refined, design-forward environment that showcases the full breadth of its product offering. Dedicated workspaces for trade professionals enhance functionality, while thoughtful layout and execution balance inspiration with usability, elevating both the customer journey and overall showroom experience.
Residences at Mill 8 Ludlow, Massachusetts Designer: The Architectural Team (TAT) Contractor: Dellbrook Construction LLC Residences at Mill 8 transforms a historic textile mill into a 95-unit, mixed-income community for residents 55 and older, blending adaptive reuse with modern living. The project preserves key architectural elements, including the restoration of a three-story clock tower central to the town’s identity, while introducing updated residential and shared spaces. Expansive windows, high ceilings and exposed original beams highlight the building’s industrial character, while upgrades meet Enterprise Green Communities standards. The result balances preservation, sustainability and contemporary design within a reimagined historic structure.
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Project data & photography has been submitted by participating companies.
Photo credits: 1. Clarence Butts Photography; 3. Christian Scully; Opposite: 2. RKTB Architects
Dallas, Texas Designer: MBArchitechture & Design, LLC Contractor: Hirsch Construction Corp.