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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dr. Kenneth A. Dragseth Wing at South View Middle School receives architectural excellence award
PHOTO: Dr. Kenneth A. Dragseth Wing at South View Middle school Edina, Minn., Dec. 04, 2009 – The Dr. Kenneth A. Dragseth Wing at South View Middle School now has an award that confirms its aesthetic appeal. The Minnesota branch of the American Institute of Architects (AIA Minnesota) bestowed the structure and the architecture firm that designed it – Perkins & Will – with a Minnesota Honor Award. The award was presented on Friday, Dec. 4 at the International Market Square in Minneapolis. AIA Minnesota granted the award to Perkins & Will last month at its 75th annual convention. A jury consisting of three nationally recognized architects from out-of-state firms reviewed the 93 Honor Award submissions from Minnesota architecture firms and selected the nine winners. “The AIA Minnesota Honor Awards Program encourages a high level of architecture, recognizes the clients and architects who have distinguished themselves, and informs the public of these important contributions to the built environment,” said Stephanie Pelzer, AIA awards program coordinator. The Dr. Kenneth A. Dragseth Wing was named after the previous superintendent who served Edina Public Schools for 14 years. The structure was completed in 2006 – the same year Dragseth retired. The wing serves as an addition to the existing building. The structure was part of a larger construction project that included a 600 seat theatre, a 50 meter pool and diving well, a foyer and more. Jay Willemssen, director of business services at Edina Public Schools, said the District selected Perkins & Will through an extensive request for proposal process. “I am very pleased with the outcome,” said Willemssen. “It is the perfect blending of a new addition and an old structure.” About the AIA: About Edina Public Schools: ###  |
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