Fentress Architects is a global design firm that passionately pursues the creation of sustainable and iconic architecture. Together with their clients, Fentress creates inspired design to improve the human environment. Founded by Curtis Fentress in 1980, the firm has designed US$52 billion in architectural projects worldwide, visited annually by more than 750 million people. Fentress is a dynamic learning organization, driven to grow its ability to design, innovate, and exceed client expectations. Over the past 45 years, the firm has been honored with more than 655 awards and distinctions for excellence in design and client collaboration. In 2010, Curtis Fentress was recognized by the American Institute of Architects with their Award for Excellence in Public Architecture, the highest honor for an architect designing for the public sector. Fentress Architects has studios in Denver, Colorado; Washington, D.C; Houston, Texas; Nashville, Tennessee; Sacramento, California; and St. Louis, Missouri.