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SRG Partnership co-founder and principal Jon Schleuning recently was honored by the American Institute of Architects’ Northwest & Pacific Region for his contributions to the architectural profession.

He received the 2014 Region Medal of Honor Award, the organization’s highest accolade for individuals who have promoted public understanding of architects and architecture through excellence in design and service to the profession. The award recognizes notable contributions to the region, which includes Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Alaska, Hawaii and Guam.

Schleuning said it meant a lot to him that the honor singled him out from peers practicing throughout the region.

鈥淚’m really humbled by it,鈥� he said. 鈥淚t’s actually really huge.鈥�

He co-founded SRG Partnership with Dave Richen and Fred Gast in 1972; the firm now has offices in Portland and Seattle. Schleuning was instrumental in formation of the Portland Downtown Plan, efforts to install a light rail system and creation of Pioneer Courthouse Square. He said he is proud to have played a role in his hometown’s evolution into what it is today.

Schleuning said he has long emphasized to SRG staffers the importance of sustainability and designing buildings within their context or repurposing existing structures.

鈥淚t’s more than buildings; it’s more than design awards,鈥� he said. 鈥淚t’s about families of buildings. There is much more awareness today about eco-districts.鈥�

SRG’s dedication to public, educational and owner-occupied projects was fostered by Schleuning. Among the designs he’s particularly proud of are the Oregon Market at the Portland International Airport 鈥� including its carpet 鈥� the Mount St. Helens Visitor Center in Castle Rock, Wash., and the Oregon Coast Aquarium in Newport.

Schleuning is a co-founder of the Architecture Foundation of Oregon and twice served as its president. He is a fellow of the AIA and has also played an active role in the Portland chapter, including service on the board and as a mentor of the next generation of architects.

Rapidly advancing design technology and work with a smart and talented group of young architects at SRG are among the reasons why Schleuning said he’s still eager to come into work each day.

鈥淚’m practicing today because it’s the most exciting period that I’ve practiced,鈥� he said.