Frequently Asked Questions

I am an AIA member, but my firm is not a Firm Member, can I submit my project?

AIA members CAN submit to the Oregon Architecture Awards, but as themselves, not their firm.  If they win an award, it will be given to the individual, not the firm.

I’m having difficulty linking to the Submission Portal from the Guidelines document, how do I start my submission?

If you are unable to link to the submission portal from the guidelines document, you can go here: https://aiaoregon.awardsplatform.com/

If we need an extension, do we request it, or are we automatically charged?

If you have already paid and started your submission, and end up needing more time to finish, you will need to request an extension, so we can invoice the $50 extension charge.  If you hadn’t paid for your submission before the deadline, you will automatically be charged the higher price when you do, and will not have to request the extension. 

if a diagram is being used that includes text, does that fall under the limitation of 30 words?

If a diagram is being used that includes text, that text can be as long as you'd like; the 30 word limit is applied for digital accessibiilty / online viewing

Can a NOMA member submit/or be submitted for a professional achievement award?

AIA Oregon and NOMA PDX enjoy a reciprocity of membership, so NOMA PDX members can be considered “AIA Oregon Members” in this circumstance

I’m having issues with my entry, who do I contact?

If you run into a problem putting together your entry on our submission portal, you can contact Kathy Wendland.