RKA Wins Two 2026 AIA Columbus Architecture Awards!

The Sullivan Building received an Honor Award.  Jury comments included, “Sometimes architects are presented with a project of such exceptional importance that it changes their life. This is that project. Meticulous restoration and reuse of a cherished icon of modern architecture.”

The Licking County Courthouse West Courtroom Restoration received a Merit Award.   Jury comments included, “The historic preservation aspects of this project are very technical, with many dimensions. Knowing the challenges in the restoration of an historic interior of this character, this project is of the highest merit.”

The AIA Columbus annual Architecture Awards program honors outstanding achievements across a broad spectrum of architectural work and celebrates design excellence by architects practicing within the AIA Columbus chapter boundaries.

Link to AIA Columbus website: 2026 Architecture Awards Winners – AIA Columbus

For more information on The Sullivan Building: 

https://rogerskrajnak.com/community/2025/003-Louis-Sullivan-Buildng-of-Newark.htm

For more information on The Licking County Courthouse: 

https://rogerskrajnak.com/community/2023/001-Licking-County-Courthouse.htm

Community Center Renovation In Progress

The exciting new vision for the Bridge at Beatty community center is emerging this fall with distinctive ceiling finishes, wall colors, flooring, millwork, and lighting. Underutilized spaces have been reconfigured for enhanced programmatic functionality. The grime and gloom of the fire-damaged gymnasium have been thoroughly effaced with remediation.  Structural repairs, new finishes, improved lighting, and hand-painted super-graphic words of encouragement will enable the gymnasium, dating back to 1926, to continue fostering competitive sports skills training.

For more information: https://www.rogerskrajnak.com/community/2025/001-Beatty%20Community%20Center.htm

Construction Progress - Upper Arlington Project

Construction is moving forward with the dramatic transformation of this Upper Arlington Ranch Style home. The framing for the Front and Rear Porches has been completed and windows have been installed. With new shingles and powder-coat steel framing for the porch, the final look of this newly expanded home is taking shape!

For More Information: https://www.rogerskrajnak.com/residential/2018/001-Private%20Residence.htm

Andrew Puppos… Welcome back to RKA!

Andrew Puppos earned his Bachelors of Architecture from The Ohio State University’s Knowlton School of Architecture, and his Masters of Architecture from The University of Arizona, where he focused on parametric design and digital fabrication technology. Born and raised in Toledo, Ohio, he is excited to be back in the Buckeye State and growing in his career. Aside from architecture, Andrew enjoys backpacking, mountain biking, and many crafts including laser cutting, woodworking, welding, and 3D printing.

RKA's The Sullivan Building featured in Traditional Building Magazine 2026 Palladio Awards Issue

The Sullivan Building is featured in Traditional Building Magazine 2026 Palladio Awards issue. Recognizing excellence in traditional design, this prestigious national award celebrates outstanding achievement in classical and traditional architecture, craftsmanship, and design.

Link to the article: The Sullivan Building — Rogers Krajnak Architects Inc. - Traditional Building Magazine Online

For Project Information: https://rogerskrajnak.com/community/2025/003-Louis-Sullivan-Buildng-of-Newark.htm