AIA Detroit has named Quinn Evans Principal Saundra Little, FAIA, LEED AP, the recipient of its 2026 Gold Medal Award. This is the chapter’s highest individual honor and recognizes the impact of Saundra’s more than three decades of work in architecture, community planning, and mentorship.

Throughout her career, Saundra has helped students and young professionals learn about architecture and find opportunities within the profession. She has also worked to make architecture more representative of the communities it serves. Some of her projects include the LOVE Building, a shared space for nonprofit organizations, as well as studies that document important parts of Detroit’s history. Saundra currently serves as President-Elect of the National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA) and will lead the organization beginning in 2027.

Read the full announcement here.