RAiNA Unveils New Awards to Celebrate Design and Technical Excellence in Rainscreens

The Rainscreen Association in North America (RAiNA) announced the launch of the RAiNA Awards, an annual program celebrating outstanding achievements in rainscreen design, innovation, and construction. These awards aim to recognize projects that exemplify the highest standards of excellence, technical performance, sustainability, and aesthetic design in rainscreen systems across North America.

The RAiNA Awards are open to all RAiNA members and are focused on projects within North America that exemplify superior performance and creativity. Categories include new construction and retrofit projects. Winners will be recognized at the RAiNA Annual Conference on November 7, 2024 in Chicago, IL.

The RAiNA Awards serve as a platform to highlight the advancements and technical expertise in rainscreen systems, fostering innovation and best practices across the construction industry. By acknowledging excellence in these areas, RAiNA aims to inspire further development and adoption of rainscreen technology.

Submissions are open until October 11, 2024, and there is no fee to enter. For more details and entry guidelines, please visit the RAiNA Awards website: https://rainscreenassociation.org/raina-awards/

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