Oberlin, Ohio—The entry period for the Natural Stone Institute (NSI) awards program is now open. The association announced a call for entries for the Pinnacle Awards, Tucker Design Awards, Industry Recognition Awards and scholarship program.
The Pinnacle Awards honor projects whose beauty, creativity, ingenuity and craftsmanship exemplify professional mastery in the use of natural stone for commercial and residential applications. Pinnacle Awards are given in the following categories: Commercial Interior, Commercial Exterior, Renovation/Restoration, Residential Interior/Exterior (Single-family and Multifamily), Architectural Carving/Lettering/Sculpture, Public Landscapes/Parks/Memorials and Kitchen/Bath. A Grande Pinnacle Award, sponsored by Marmomac, is presented to the best overall project. Pinnacle Award submissions are due May 20.
The Tucker Design Awards recognize design professionals whose projects achieve excellence in the use of natural stone in design and construction. No project categories are required. The Tucker Design Awards are open to any design professional or natural stone industry member on behalf of the design team. Tucker Design Awards submissions are due July 14.
The Industry Recognition Awards celebrate individuals in the stone industry for exemplary contributions to the industry and association over several years. Available awards include the Migliore Award for Lifetime Achievement, the Women in Stone Pioneer Award, the Natural Stone Craftsman of the Year Award and the David Fell Spirit of Service Award. Industry Recognition Award submission deadlines begin May 20.
Two scholarships, the Natural Stone Scholarship and the Women in Stone Empowerment Scholarship, provide hands-on educational opportunities for aspiring professionals interested in furthering their careers in the stone industry. Scholarship applications are due May 20.
Pinnacle and individual award recipients will be celebrated at the annual NSI awards ceremony at StonExpo in Las Vegas in 2024. Tucker Design Award recipients will be celebrated during a separate ceremony in 2024, with details to be announced at a later date.
All awards are open to Natural Stone Institute members.