Winner to represent the United States at international contest in Lisbon, Portugal in June 

This week, Saint-Gobain North America held the United States National round of the Saint-Gobain Architecture Student Contest, awarding the top prize to Xuhan Zhao of Rhode Island School of Design for her innovative design to revitalize an underutilized public space in the City of Lisbon, Portugal.  

Created in 2004 and aimed primarily at college students majoring in architecture, engineering and building design, the Saint-Gobain Architecture Student Contest is designed to highlight the expertise of students around a project based on the real needs of a neighborhood or city, using Saint-Gobain's sustainable construction approach. This year’s contest challenges participants to develop a proposal that transforms a plot in the Boavista Landfill section of Lisbon, Portugal into a local cultural center.  

Hosted at the offices of the American Institute of Architects in New York City, 12 teams competed for the chance to represent the United States in the international competition, which will be held in Lisbon in June. Judged by a panel of experts including Yorgo Lykouria, Founder & Director of Rainlight Studio in London, John Vermeersch, Architect – Project Manager for SI Engineering, P.C. in New York City and Michelle Schutt, Associate AIA, Architectural Solutions Manager for Saint-Gobain, each participant was judged on architectural design, technical and environmental detail, construction detail, and product usage.  

“I am in awe of the caliber of proposals we received as part of the US round of the Saint-Gobain Architecture Student Contest this year and congratulate all participants for bringing their design ideas to the table. You are truly the future leaders of light and sustainable construction.” said Mark Rayfield, President and Chief Executive Officer of Saint-Gobain North America and CertainTeed. “I would like to thank the American Institute of Architects and our judges for helping us give visibility to this new generation of architects who are working toward our purpose of making the world a better home and look forward to watching Xuhan compete in the international competition later this summer.” 

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Worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The group’s commitment is guided by its purpose, “MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER HOME.” 

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