HOUSTON, TX — The Metal Construction Association (MCA) has recognized North America's most outstanding metal construction projects of 2019. This year's judging panel of architects included James Theimer, Principal Architect, Trilogy Architecture; Mark Roddy, Lecturer in the Department of Design, California State University, Sacramento; and Erik Mehlman, Partner and Design Lead at BuildSense | Architecture + Construction.

The Chairman's Awards go to the most exceptional buildings involving MCA member companies. The criteria include overall appearance, significance of metal in the project, innovative use of metal and the role of metal in achieving project objectives.

Winners in six categories were announced at MCA's Winter Meeting Awards Dinner in Palm Springs, California. The winners in Texas Contractor's area include:

• Building Owner: The University of Texas at Dallas
• MCA Member Manufacturer: PAC-CLAD
• Other Manufacturers: Kovach Building Enclosures (also installer), Ohio Gratings
• Architect: SmithGroup
• Contractor: The Beck Group

• Building Owner: The Menil Foundation
• MCA Member Company: PPG Industries
• Architect: Johnston Marklee
• Contractor: Gilbane Building Company