2025 EIFS Excellence
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2025 Project of the Year
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EIFS Manufacturer: Sika Facades - Parex
EIFS Contractor: Galindo & Boyd Integrated Wall Technologies, LLC Distributor: Galindo & Boyd Integrated Wall Technologies, LLC Owner: 2313 Rio Grande Property Owner, LLC Architect: Rhode Partners Rising 30 stories above Austin, Texas, The Villas on 24th is a 340,000-square-foot residential tower with 199 contemporary units designed for University of Texas students. The building showcases innovation and precision through 490 prefabricated EIFS panels featuring more than 100 unique geometric designs. Variations in depth, color, and texture create dynamic movement across the façade, giving the tower a bold presence on Austin’s skyline. Advanced techniques—including laser-cut EPS, refined basecoat and finishes, and close collaboration—enabled a sleek, high-performance exterior. Panelized EIFS with drainage provides continuous insulation, durability, moisture control, and energy efficiency, resulting in a striking, cost-effective, and resilient design. |
2025 Excellence Awards
EIFS Manufacturer: Master Wall, Inc.
EIFS Contractor: Hemma Elevations Distributor: Creative Wall Products Owner: Wellstar Health System Architect: HKS The Wellstar Kennestone Tower Addition showcases EIFS excellence through innovation, performance, and design precision in a complex healthcare setting. This nine-story, 263-bed expansion adds more than 300,000 square feet, blending modern architecture with the existing campus. Prefabricated EIFS panels with mineral wool insulation provide thermal efficiency, fire resistance, moisture control, and rapid installation with minimal disruption. A custom stencil brick finish maintains visual continuity, while smooth EIFS surfaces create a clean, contemporary look. Supporting LEED® Silver goals, the high-performance enclosure ensures durability, energy efficiency, and low maintenance—demonstrating how EIFS elevates both function and form. |
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EIFS Manufacturer: Dryvit/Tremco CPG, Inc.
EIFS Contractor: Simpson Plastering Distributor: Continental Building Solutions Owner: The Board of Trustees of The University of Alabama Architect: Turnerbatson Architects Originally built in the late 1850s and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Bryce Main is a standout example of historic preservation enhanced by modern EIFS. Acquired by The University of Alabama in 2010, the building underwent major stabilization, reconstruction, and a full envelope upgrade. EIFS enabled precise replication of ornate details—cornices, brackets, cupolas, and domes—using advanced foam shaping and custom profiles. A reinforced air barrier and 2-inch drainable system improved energy efficiency, moisture control, and airtightness. The result is a durable, high-performing façade that preserves historic character while delivering modern sustainability and resilience. |
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The Ashley Gibson Barnett Museum of Art Expansion
at Florida Southern College Lakeland, FL Category: Institutional EIFS Manufacturer: Sto Corp.
EIFS Contractor: Florida Stucco Contractors Distributor: FBM Tampa Owner: Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College Architect: Straughn Trout Architects The Ashley Gibson Barnett Museum of Art expansion at Florida Southern College demonstrates how EIFS-style systems can honor architectural heritage while advancing contemporary design. Set within a campus shaped by Frank Lloyd Wright’s legacy, the addition is both distinct and complementary. A high-performance textured wall system replicates the depth of natural stone while offering reduced weight, energy efficiency, and design flexibility. The façade’s sleek, monolithic appearance minimizes control joints for a clean, uninterrupted surface. Constructed while the museum remained operational, prefabricated panels ensured efficiency and precision. The result is a refined, durable envelope that balances moisture protection, thermal performance, and modern design excellence. |
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Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel
Universal Epic Universe, Orlando, FL Category: Hospitality EIFS Manufacturer: Sto Corp.
EIFS Contractor: Forge Co., USA Distributor: FBM Orlando Owner: Universal Orlando and Loews Hotels & Co. Architect: Gensler The Universe Grand Helios Hotel showcases EIFS excellence with a blend of Mediterranean style and cinematic vision. Textured plaster, warm tones, and rhythmic symmetry create a landmark presence within Universal Epic Universe at Celestial Park. Precision-fabricated panels achieved complex geometries, concealed joints, and seamless shadow lines beyond traditional construction limits. Innovations included a hand-tinted four-pass finish, factory jig alignment, and early envelope testing to ensure flawless integration. Continuous insulation and precise window placement enhance energy efficiency and durability. The result is a visually striking, high-performance façade that combines artistry, engineering precision, and luxury hospitality design. |
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The Emerson
Englewood, CO Category: Residential – Multi-Family EIFS Manufacturer: Sika Facades - Senergy
EIFS Contractor: South Valley Prefab Distributor: South Valley Prefab Owner: Confluence Companies Architect: Craine Architects The Emerson, Englewood’s tallest building, showcases the potential of prefabricated EIFS in multifamily high-rises. Its 832 three-color panels create a striking, contextual façade reflecting urban sophistication and community character. Innovation includes 534 recessed panels forming inset balconies, advanced BIM coordination, and just-in-time delivery for precise, efficient installation. Prefabrication cut exterior labor and noise by over 75% and shortened the schedule by two months. Continuous insulation enhances energy efficiency and durability. The Emerson sets a new standard for EIFS design, combining aesthetic refinement, high performance, and construction efficiency. |
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Scout Living at Ponce City Market
Atlanta, GA Category: Hospitality EIFS Manufacturer: Sto Corp.
EIFS Contractor: Great Lakes Prefabrication Distributor: Capitol Materials Owner: Jamestown Architect: Handel Architects Scout Living at Ponce City Market is a 21-story, 405-unit flex-stay tower redefining urban living in Atlanta. Pivoting from precast concrete to a prefabricated, lightweight exterior delivered an industrial aesthetic with improved performance and sustainability. Custom panels with embedded reflective aggregates create depth and subtle sheen across 100,000+ sq. ft., while precise prefabrication ensured clean lines and consistent window recesses. Continuous insulation and integrated air and moisture barriers enhance energy efficiency and durability. With 85% of panels fabricated before vertical construction, installation was accelerated. The result is a visually striking, high-performance landmark showcasing EIFS innovation and design excellence. |
2025 Awards of Merit
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Lévis Cultural Center
Lévis, Québec Category: Institutional EIFS Manufacturer: Adex Systems Inc.
EIFS Contractor: Les Constructions Jaric Inc. Distributor: AdexMAT Québec Owner: The City of Lévis Architect: Atelier TAG The Lévis Cultural Center, opened in April 2025 near Quebec City, is a 30,000-square-foot hub for music, dance, and arts education. EIFS enabled expansive, uninterrupted surfaces, dynamic forms, and generous openings that convey openness and accessibility. Six-inch EPS insulation provides near R-30 thermal performance for comfort and durability in Quebec’s climate. The refined façade harmonizes with its urban context while signaling the building’s cultural purpose. Combining high-performance construction with thoughtful design, the Center stands as a welcoming landmark that inspires creativity, fosters community pride, and exemplifies EIFS innovation and artistic excellence. |
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Sherman Creek North Cove
New York, NY Category: Multi-Family EIFS Manufacturer: Sto Corp.
EIFS Contractor: Jersey Panel Distributor: Sto Eastern Owner: Sherman Creek LLC Architect: Aufgang Sherman Creek North Cove Apartments rises over 30 stories in New York City, delivering 600,000 sq. ft. of high-quality, affordable housing. A fully prefabricated EIFS system replaced brick veneer, providing continuous insulation, brick-look finishes, and precise horizontal, vertical, and radius panels that create a distinctive “wedding cake” façade. Off-site fabrication enabled rapid installation, reducing construction from 36 to 24 months and cutting costs. The lightweight, high-performance envelope enhances energy efficiency, durability, and weather resistance. Sherman Creek demonstrates how EIFS innovation and prefabrication can combine affordability with striking, luxury-level design and performance. |
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The Roc Residence
Rigaud, Quebec Category: Residential - Single-Family EIFS Manufacturer: Adex Systems Inc.
EIFS Contractor: Acryliques Design Inc. Distributor: AdexMAT Montreal Architect: CMPG Design + Construction The Roc Residence is a mountain retreat where classical forms meet contemporary elegance, seamlessly engaging its rugged surroundings. EIFS provides smooth, uninterrupted walls that enhance clean lines, frame expansive windows, and unify terraces, balconies, and poolside spaces with the landscape. Beyond aesthetics, EIFS delivers continuous insulation for energy efficiency and durability in a challenging mountain climate, while accommodating complex forms and site conditions. The result is a timeless, high-performance residence that balances beauty, sustainability, and comfort, creating an immersive architectural experience that celebrates modern living in harmony with nature. |
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Linden Grove
Brooklyn, NY Category: Residential - Multi-Family EIFS Manufacturer: Sto Corp.
EIFS Contractor: Elite Wall Systems Distributor: Sto NJ Owner: Blue Sea Development Company Architect: Chris Benedict AIA, Energy Unlimited Arch Linden Grove demonstrates how EIFS enhances modular construction with efficiency, adaptability, and refined design. Prefabricated brick-textured panels and custom stone finishes create a cohesive blend of traditional warmth and modern sophistication. Field-applied EIFS allowed precise adjustments to misaligned modular units, ensuring a seamless, unified façade. The single-source system improves energy efficiency, durability, and material reliability while streamlining construction. Linden Grove exemplifies how EIFS transforms modular buildings into high-performing, visually distinguished architectural solutions. |
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Saint Francis Clinic East Prairie
East Prairie, MO Category: Healthcare EIFS Manufacturer: Dryvit/Tremco CPG, Inc. EIFS Contractor: Duby Plastering Distributor: Negwer Materials Owner: Saint Francis Healthcare System Architect: TKH Inc The Saint Francis Clinic – East Prairie is an 11,000 sq. ft. healthcare facility with a fully EIFS-clad exterior, chosen for durability, energy efficiency, and design flexibility. Stencil brick and woodgrain finishes create a refined, multi-textured façade while simplifying construction and saving over $250,000. Clean lines, expansive glazing, and layered finishes convey a contemporary, welcoming aesthetic. Four-inch EPS insulation delivers an R‑value of 15.36 for comfort and thermal performance. The result is a cohesive, high-performing envelope that supports sustainability and reinforces the clinic’s role as a modern community landmark. |
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Tuxedo Village
Winnipeg, Manitoba Category: High-Rise EIFS Manufacturer: Adex Systems Inc.
EIFS Contractor: IN-EX Plastering & Stucco Inc. Distributor: AdexMAT Winnipeg Owner: I.G. Investment Management Architect: Raymond SC Wan Architect Tuxedo Village, a thirteen-story residential tower in Winnipeg, blends contemporary design with neighborhood character. Subtle setbacks and deep balconies create a refined silhouette, while EIFS provides smooth, continuous surfaces, precise balcony alignment, and elegant transitions across complex forms. Carefully chosen textures enhance depth, shadow, and visual rhythm. A drainage EIFS system with 5 inches of EPS delivers R‑21 thermal resistance, eliminates thermal bridging, meets Canadian energy codes, and withstands extreme weather. Tuxedo Village exemplifies how EIFS unites architectural refinement, durability, and high-performance design in a modern residential landmark. |
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The Hotel Rambler Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Montgomery, OH Category: Hospitality EIFS Manufacturer: Master Wall, Inc. EIFS Contractor: Able Exteriors Distributor: FBM Ohio Owner: Jeffrey R. Anderson Real Estate Architect: Phoenix Architects The Rambler Hotel anchors Montgomery Quarter with 120 luxury rooms, event spaces, and a restaurant in a mid-century-modern-inspired design. EIFS enabled a high-performing, visually striking envelope on a tight schedule, providing continuous insulation, seamless integration of brick, siding, and metal, and crisp geometric articulation. Custom brick stencils, blended tones, and metallic finishes replicate traditional materials while keeping the façade lightweight and durable. Simplified transitions and precise detailing enhance energy efficiency and moisture protection. The result is a cohesive, high-quality envelope that meets design, brand, and sustainability goals, showcasing EIFS versatility and sophistication in hospitality architecture. |
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The Dillon Buckhead
Atlanta, GA Category: Residential - Multi-Family EIFS Manufacturer: Sto Corp. EIFS Contractor: Southern Wall Systems Distributor: Capitol Materials Owner: Kolter Urban Architect: The Preston Partnership The Dillon at Buckhead is a striking multi-family tower demonstrating EIFS precision and versatility. Bold black granite-textured and white sand-like finishes highlight depth, color, and craftsmanship across 25,000 sq. ft., with full-scale mockups ensuring seamless consistency. Innovation includes self-adhered membrane flashing for a continuous, airtight, watertight envelope, simplifying warranty and material sourcing. The EIFS system enhances durability, energy efficiency, and reduces maintenance while delivering aesthetic excellence. The Dillon exemplifies how advanced materials, contemporary design, and collaborative execution create a visually compelling, high-performance residential landmark. |
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Wash Boss
Evansville, IN Category: Retail EIFS Manufacturer: Sto Corp. EIFS Contractor: Magnum Construction Distributor: FBM Evansville Owner: Zack Fortner Architect: Magnum Construction Wash Boss transforms a car wash into a bold architectural statement inspired by Hot Wheels, featuring dynamic orange and blue EIFS façades with flowing curves and precise detailing. Sculpted from 8-inch foam with stone-like and smooth finishes, the system achieves forms beyond traditional cladding. Custom framing and field techniques ensured flawless radii and integrated lighting, while EIFS provides durability, water resistance, and thermal efficiency. Wash Boss demonstrates how technical ingenuity, artistic vision, and expert installation can turn a functional facility into a visually striking, high-performance landmark that embodies motion, energy, and brand identity. |
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