Boston Society of Architects and Architecture in Common Announce 2026 Service & Impact Award Honorees

Formerly the BSA Volunteer Awards, the honors recognize contributions that strengthen Greater Boston's design community and expand architecture's public impact.

BOSTON, Nov. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Boston Society of Architects (BSA) and Architecture in Common (AiC) celebrated the people and partnerships strengthening Greater Boston's design community at the organization's 2026 End of Year Celebration and Annual Meeting on November 12. The evening included the second annual presentation of awards honoring individuals and partners whose contributions advance the work of both organizations and the public impact of architecture. Introduced in 2025 as the BSA Volunteer Awards, the newly renamed Service & Impact Awards reflect the breadth of those contributions, recognizing service to the profession and the broader community.

"A strong design community grows through the care and commitment of people who make space for others to contribute," said Paige Johnston, Deputy Director of the Boston Society of Architects and Architecture in Common. "These honorees put that spirit into practice, helping others find their place in architecture and showing that our profession can contribute to public life. It's a joy to come together at the end of the year to celebrate them and the work we make possible together."

The 2026 honorees include:

Sandrine Héroux, AIA, Associate/Fabrication Manager at PAYETTE — Emerging Leader Award: In recognition of outstanding leadership, initiative, and commitment to shaping the future of the architecture and design profession

Saam Architecture — Innovation in Practice Award: In recognition of leadership in challenging conventional approaches, advancing new ideas, and inspiring innovation in architectural practice

Sara Kudra, AIA, Founder of Architecture Towards Neutral — Advocacy Superstar Award: In recognition of leadership in shaping policy, advancing critical issues, and strengthening the voice of architects and designers

Lawrence Cheng, AIA, Principal Emeritus at Bruner/Cott — Design Citizen Award: In recognition of exemplary civic engagement and public service, demonstrating the meaningful impact of architecture and design beyond traditional practice

Calvin Boyd-Morlani, AIA, Senior Associate at PAYETTE — Board Champion Award: In recognition of exceptional leadership, dedication, and invaluable contributions to advancing the BSA and its mission

Peter Kuttner, FAIA, Principal Emeritus at CambridgeSeven — Legacy Service Award: In recognition of longstanding dedication, distinguished leadership, and service to the BSA, Architecture In Common, and the greater architecture and design community

Susan Morgan, AIA, Principal/Higher Education Leader at DLR Group and Mara Rae Betti, AIA, Associate/Project Manager/J.E.D.I. Leader at Moody Nolan — Inclusion in the Profession Award: In recognition of leadership and commitment to fostering a more inclusive, welcoming, and equitable architecture and design profession

Sofia Carbajal, AIAS, B.Arch Candidate at Boston Architectural College — Educator Ally Award: In recognition of dedication to inspiring young people, expanding access to design education, and introducing the next generation to the possibilities of architecture

Paige Roosa, Director of the Mayor's Housing Innovation Lab at the City of Boston — Housing Champion Award: In recognition of leadership in advancing housing solutions and helping shape a more equitable and accessible Boston

Maria Salvatierra, Director of Marketing and Business Development at Wilson Butler Architects — In Comm(unity) Award: In recognition of a commitment to building connections, strengthening community, and creating opportunities to engage with architecture and design

Lily Song, Assistant Professor in the College of Arts, Media and Design at Northeastern University — Community Collaborator Award: In recognition of bringing people together, elevating community voices, and fostering collaboration that creates more inclusive and responsive places

YouthBuild Boston — Partners in the Work Award: In recognition of a longstanding commitment to creating opportunities for young people, strengthening communities, and building pathways into the design and construction professions

ABOUT THE BOSTON SOCIETY OF ARCHITECTS & ARCHITECTURE IN COMMON

The Boston Society of Architects (BSA) fiercely advocates for Boston's architects and designers, providing the resources, support, and welcoming community they need to thrive at every stage of their careers. As the second largest chapter of The American Institute of Architects (AIA), the BSA has been a gathering place for people who believe in architecture as a force for good for over 150 years. The BSA extends and deepens these efforts philanthropically through its 501(c)3, Architecture in Common. Architecture in Common empowers the people of Boston to get active in architecture — whether as a future career, a creative and intellectual pursuit, or a powerful way to shape the future of their city. Together, the BSA and Architecture in Common envision a future where architecture is valued and supported as a force for public good, giving shape to a more equitable, resilient, and livable Boston. For more information about the BSA and its philanthropic arm, Architecture in Common, visit architects.org.

SOURCE Boston Society for Architecture