2024 EIFS Excellence Awards Jury
EIMA is proud to unveil the distinguished panel of judges for the 2024 EIFS Excellence Awards. The judging panel brings together renowned experts in architecture, design, and construction, reflecting the program's elevated standards.
Each of the judges brings a unique perspective, exceptional expertise, and a shared passion for excellence in architecture and construction. Their collective insight will ensure that the winners represent the very best our industry has to offer. |
Joseph Del Ciotto
Lantz Boggio Architects Denver, CO For Joe, every project presents unique constraints and challenges, and overcoming those obstacles provides valuable insights into innovative solutions that contribute to more responsive building environments. A strong passion for acquiring both practical and technical knowledge through exploration and problem-solving drives this approach. This process informs design directions and inspires the creation of new environments that enhance lives. Lantz Boggio Architects award winning projects include the 2022 EIFS Hero of the Year Heartis® Buckhead Residential Independent and Assisted Living Community in Atlanta, GA. |
John Edgar
John R. S. Edgar Consulting, Inc. John's EIFS journey spans over four decades and is marked by a diverse range of roles, including sales, management, technical direction, and research. As a representative of codes and standards, he has been a driving force with other industry pioneers in shaping EIFS industry practices. Now retired, his passion for EIFS advocacy remains as strong as ever, as does his dedication to sharing his wealth of EIFS knowledge. |
Peter Freeman
Freeman Kennett Architects High Point, NC Peter's goals at Freeman Kennett Architects are dedicated to creating inspiring spaces, solid structure and lasting relationships for their clients, employees and community. Their straightforward philosophy is to utilize experience and resources to provide dedicated customer service and design that is thoughtful, sound and sustainable. Freeman Kennett Architects designed Liv.able Showroom, the 2018 EIFS Hero of the Year Award winner. |
David A. Johnston
Former EIMA Executive Director and CEO Dave Johnston served as EIMA’s Executive Director/CEO from 2009 to 2021. During his tenure, Dave greatly expanded the association's technical expertise, leading key initiatives to advance industry standards and advocacy efforts. Notably, he played a pivotal role in one of the industry's most significant research endeavors—a partnership with Oak Ridge National Laboratory—that demonstrated the exceptional performance of EIFS. Dave brings unparalleled industry expertise, leadership experience, and a deep understanding of EIFS innovation and excellence to the judging panel, having served on project competition juries for the Associated Builders and Contractors and the Design-Build Institute. |
Kirk Rose
HMC Architects Los Angeles, CA With more than 35 years of architecture experience, Kirk specializes in healthcare facility planning and design, along with science, education, and large public projects. For Kirk, the best part of a project is the design process and working with the team to fulfill the client’s goals. He’s a positive role model for the community, as well as a knowledgeable mentor to his team in the Los Angeles office. HMC Architects designed the 2022 EIFS Hero of the Year Clovis Community Medical Center (Phase C) in Clovis, CA. |