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WMA Excellence in Masonry Awards 2026-27 - Submission Portal - January 30, 2026 Deadline

Project Information

Please note: Complete this form for each project your organization is submitting. (i.e. if you have three projects, you will submit three separate forms)
ELIGIBILITY
Any individual involved in the design, supply or construction of a masonry building may participate and enter a project.

Entries must adhere to the following:
  1. Recommended: At least 50% of the project’s exterior must consist of the material relevant to the category being submitted, with the exception of the natural stone category. The exterior masonry requirement may be reduced to 25%, if interior applications feature 50% exposed masonry.
  2. The project must be constructed in Wisconsin utilizing masonry products produced or supplied by a Wisconsin Masonry Alliance member.
  3. The project’s occupancy date must be no longer than three (3) years from the date of submission.
  4. Any project that has previously won a Wisconsin Masonry Alliance award may not be re-entered.
AWARDS
  1. Best of Show – Project exemplifying masonry at its finest.
  2. Excellence in Clay Masonry – Deemed best project utilizing clay masonry.
  3. Excellence in Concrete Masonry - Deemed best project utilizing concrete masonry.
  4. Excellence in Natural Stone - Deemed best commercial project utilizing natural stone.
  5. Residential Award– Deemed best residential (single-family) project utilizing masonry materials.
  6. E2 Award – Masonry project purposed for Energy & Environmental preservation.
  7. Restoration Award - Exemplary masonry utilization in a restoration showing before, during and after stages.
  8. Dennis Wilichowski Craftsmanship Award – Excellence in overall aesthetic and craftsmanship. Awarded to both Architect and Masonry Contractor.
SUBMISSION
Each entry must include the following to be considered for judging:
  1. 1. Completed Entry Form by January 30, 2027.
  2. 2. Project Description (less than 300 words)
  3. 3. Photographs – 5-8 Project Images
  4. a. Restoration projects must include Before, During, and After images.
  5. 4. Submit Completed Materials via Online Submission Portal
JUDGING
All entries will be judged on:
  1. Design creativity – uniqueness of project.
  2. Visual impact and acceptance – impression, relationship to site, pedestrian connection.
  3. Inspiring material usage – details, features, or solutional elements.
  4. Masonry utilization – the material’s relationship in establishing the character and fulfilling the function of the structure.
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