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NanaAwards 2025 Winners Announced

NanaWall, renowned for its innovative opening glass wall systems, has unveiled the winners of the NanaAwards Project and Design Competition for 2025. This annual contest, which celebrates remarkable achievements in architecture and design within both residential and commercial sectors, highlights the unwavering dedication NanaWall has towards the architectural design industry.

In its 11th iteration, this year's competition set a new record for entries received, showcasing an impressive range of designs featuring NanaWall products. The submitted projects were evaluated by a panel of judges who selected a shortlist of 86 entries based on their design details, photography, and project videos. Subsequently, for three weeks, the building design community, inclusive of architects, and even the general public, cast votes to determine the finalists.

The competition revealed several standout Gold winners across various categories, each representing the pinnacle of design and functionality:

• - Best ADU: Bedford Barn Renovation by SPG Architects
• - Best Kitchen/Dining: Lumenhaus by Brad Cox, Architect, Inc.
• - Best Living Room: Arlington Retreat by The Dave Moore Companies
• - Best Mountain Home: Rustic River Lodge by Home Design Works
• - Best Patio/Deck: Lakehouse Conservatory by DuBro Architects and Builders
• - Best Pool House: Cape Cod Pool Cabana by Doreve Nicholaeff Architecture
• - Best Waterfront: Saratoga Beach House, submitted by the homeowner
• - Best Remodel: Monteagle Retreat, submitted by the homeowner
• - Best Arts and Events: Jacob's Pillow by Mecanoo
• - Best Education: St. Bonaventure Catholic School, submitted by the business owner
• - Best Hospitality: The Beach Restaurant, submitted by the business owner
• - Best Office: GFO by LS3P Associates
• - Best Retail: Restoration Hardware (RH) - Raleigh by Carolina Classic Window Glass

Ebrahim Nana, President and CEO of NanaWall, expressed his excitement about this year's accomplishments. "We are thrilled to have received the most submissions in the awards' 11-year history. This is a testament to our relationships with the AD community that we dedicate ourselves to nourishing. The winning projects reflect the endless possibilities of the ways designers and architects can use NanaWall and serve as examples of operable glass walls' adaptability, advanced performance, and role in enriching spaces through design."

In addition to the Gold winners, 13 other projects achieved Silver status across categories, signaling high levels of quality and creativity. Detailed information about each project, along with visual presentations, is accessible on the NanaAwards page on NanaWall's website, where the winning projects will be showcased further.

NanaWall has continually focused on bridging aesthetic appeal with practical functionality. For nearly four decades, they have set the standard in delivering high-quality glass wall systems that not only complement architectural designs but also enhance the overall space experience while ensuring lasting performance.

For those looking to explore more about the winners or past competitions, visit NanaWall's official website. This year’s competition not only showcases exceptional talent in design but also reinforces the ongoing evolution of architectural possibilities with NanaWall.