Submissions for the COTE Top Ten Award 2026 are open from September 12–November 13, 2025.
This year, the COTE Top Ten framework metrics have been integrated into AIA's DDx (Design Data Exchange). As with the previous super spreadsheet, the online version helps architects calculate performance metrics across the AIA Framework for Design Excellence principles.
Join upcoming office hours to learn more about the COTE Top Ten metrics in the DDx.
October 1 | 1pm ET | Register now >
October 29 | 2pm ET | Register now >
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Ellie Falcon
The American Institute of Architects
Washington DC
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