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We are thrilled to announce that Chu-Gooding founding principals Annie Chu and Rick Gooding are going to be honored this year by the Los Angeles Chapter of the AIA with the 2026 Gold Medal Award. The Gold Medal is the chapter’s highest distinction and recognizes more than three decades of influential work that has helped define the cultural landscape of Los Angeles.
“Presented annually by the AIA|LA Board of Directors, these prestigious honors celebrate those whose contributions extend beyond the design of buildings, advancing architecture as a catalyst for civic engagement, cultural enrichment, and positive social impact. … ‘For more than thirty years, Annie Chu and Rick Gooding have made a lasting contribution to the cultural life of Los Angeles. Their work is distinguished by its intelligence, restraint, and enduring relevance. Through projects that serve the public and strengthen important institutions, they have shown how architecture can quietly but profoundly enrich our city,’ says Toni Lewis, AIA, 2026 President, AIA Los Angeles.”
We are deeply touched by this honor and wish to congratulate all of our fellow award recipients, several of whom are dear friends and lifelong colleagues.
We look forward to celebrating with you all at the 2026 AIA Los Angeles Design Awards ceremony at the Petersen Automotive Museum on October 27th.