The Acanthus Awards

The Chicago-Midwest Chapter of the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art is pleased to announce the 2025 Acanthus Awards. These awards recognize and promote excellence in Classical and Vernacular design. These awards will recognize achievement in Architecture, Interior Design, Preservation & Restoration, Renovation & Adaptive Reuse, Landscape Design, the Allied Arts & Craftsmanship, Unbuilt Work and Student Work.

2025 Sponsors

Sullivan Level

Bulley & Andrews Residential Restoration Logo

Elkins Level

Apex Wood Floors

Fortman, Peterson & Associates

Hewn

Hollander Design

Lutron

Olmsted Level

ABC Stone

Chesney’s

Marshall Level

Baba Antique Wooden Floors

Caoba Doors

DMG Architectural Specialists

Jessica Lagrange Interiors

2025 Jurors


Dave VanGroningen - Jury Chair • Historical Concepts

Lida Sease • McAlpine

Hillary Mancini • Peace Design

Brian Field • Field Landscape Design

Past Winners