Winning Designs
Using a standardized set of rules and regulations, teams use their creativity, design and construction expertise, and collaboration skills to compete against each other for a handful of awards. The results are awe-inspiring and entertaining structures that help raise awareness about the issue of hunger. The albums below highlight some of the many award-winning structures that participating firms have designed and built, sorted by award category or topic to highlight how the competition has become more complex over the past 25 years.
![Structural Ingenuity Winners 01](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto1800/Structural-Ingenuity-Winners-01.png)
Designing an awe-inspiring sculpture that doesn’t fall down requires significant attention to the structural design. Award winners in this category include structures that involve a high level of complexity, and appear gravity defying but are stable. Judges reward structures where the majority of support appears to be other cans, as opposed to (permissible) boards, rods, and pipes.
![DSC0176](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/DSC0176.jpg)
![DSC0270](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/DSC0270.jpg)
![Boston Ann Beha jv Thornton Tomasetti3](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Boston_AnnBeha-jv-ThorntonTomasetti3.jpg)
![Einhorn Yaffee Prescott](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Einhorn-Yaffee-Prescott.jpg)
![Roswell by Ann Beha](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Roswell-by-Ann-Beha.jpg)
![SMMA Where CAN Dun CAN hide Structural Ingenuity](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/SMMA_Where-CAN-DunCAN-hide_Structural-Ingenuity.jpg)
![Caterpillar](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/caterpillar.jpg)
![Structural Ingenuity Tappe 1](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/StructuralIngenuity_Tappe-1.jpg)
![Structural Ingenuity Symmes Maini Mc Kee Associates](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/StructuralIngenuity_SymmesMainiMcKeeAssociates.jpg)
![Margulies](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Margulies.jpg)
![Bard Rao Athanas Consulting Engineers Feed Tamagotchis Heart](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/BardRaoAthanas-Consulting-Engineers_Feed-Tamagotchis-Heart.jpg)
![Tappe Associates 3](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Tappe-Associates-3.jpg)
Credits (top to bottom; left to right): 2014: We All Live in a CANary Yellow Submarine by Sasaki Associates (5,773 cans), 2019: Can Airlines "You CAN get there from here" by Ann Beha Architects + Thornton Tomasetti (5,050 cans), 2018: Godzilla by Ann Beha Architects + Thornton Tomasetti (7,004 cans), 2007: Tricycle by Einhorn Yaffee Prescott, 2016: Roswell - A Historic CANSpiracy by Ann Beha Architects (2,240 cans), 2004: Where CAN DunCAN Hide by SMMA, 2009: The Very Hungry Caterpillar by TRO Jung|Brannen, 2012: View the End of Hunger by Tappe Associates (1,380 cans), 2006: Spider in its Web by SMMA, 2005: View Finder by Margulies & Associates, 2015: Feed Tamagotchi by BR+A (5,540 cans), 2013: Every Can is a Winner in the Fight Against Hunger by Tappe Associates
![Best Use of Labels 01](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto1800/Best-Use-of-Labels-01.png)
The colors and patterns on can labels make a huge impact on the overall appearance of a sculpture. When looking at the structures, judges also consider whether labels are turned the correct way throughout the structure, and assess whether thought was put into the appearance of leveling material and materials used to connect cans.
![DSC0185](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/DSC0185.jpg)
![DSC 0164](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/DSC_0164_201106_185310.jpg)
![Boston Arrowstreet1](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Boston_Arrowstreet1.jpg)
![Le Canbusier by HMFH](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Le-Canbusier-by-HMFH.jpg)
![Can o lantern by Margulies](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Can-o-lantern-by-Margulies.jpg)
![To CA Nfinity and Beyond by SGH](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/To-CANfinity-and-Beyond-by-SGH.jpg)
![Garfield by PCA](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Garfield-by-PCA.jpg)
![Best Use Labels Kling Stubbins](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/BestUseLabels-KlingStubbins.jpg)
![Newforma Inc 3a](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Newforma-Inc-3a.jpg)
![Love copy](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/love-copy.jpg)
![Arrowstreet](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Arrowstreet.jpg)
![211296 015](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/211296-015.jpg)
![Two Cans](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/TwoCans.jpg)
Credits (top to bottom; left to right): 2019: Where in the World is Carmen CANdiego? by Wilson Butler (2,617 cans), 2017: Gnome'ore Hunger by Steffian Bradley Architects + Mannington Commercial (3,388 cans), 2018: The Incredibles by Arrowstreet (5,910 cans), 2014: Le Canbusier: Canbu Take a Selfie by HMFH (3,870 cans), 2006: Can-o-lantern by Margulies Perruzzi Architects, 2016: To CANfinity and Beyond by SGH (3,985 cans), 2015: The Mask by Gensler (2,832 cans), 2010: Garfield by PCA, 2007: Snoopy Lunch Box by KlingStubbins, 2013: Iron Can by Newforma, 2009: The Art of Love by AECOM, 2005: Jaws by Arrowstreet, 2011: Canley Cup Champions by CUBE 3, 2003: Two Cans by Winter Street Architects and Structures North
![Best Original Design 01](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto1800/Best-Original-Design-01.png)
Creating a lasting impression is rewarded in this category (which used to be called Juror’s Favorite), where judges look for a structure that is beautiful and awe inspiring, and shows creativity in its use of cans, imagery, theme, and style. In some respects, this award is given to the “best in show” sculpture, as judges consider all elements of design for this award, including structural ingenuity and use of labels.
![DSC0073](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/DSC0073.jpg)
![DSC0169](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/DSC0169.jpg)
![211296 004](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/211296-004.jpg)
![Boston Gensler jv ARUP1](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Boston_Gensler-jv-ARUP1.jpg)
![DSC 0032](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/DSC_0032.jpg)
![Jurors Favorite EYP 3](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/JurorsFavorite_EYP-3.jpg)
![Goody Clancy The Grateful Beanie](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Goody-Clancy_The-Grateful-Beanie.jpg)
![DSC0185](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/DSC0185.jpg)
![Boston Arrowstreet1](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Boston_Arrowstreet1.jpg)
![BRA 1](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/BRA-1.jpg)
![DSC0251](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/DSC0251.jpg)
![Tut](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Tut.jpg)
![Newforma Inc 3a](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Newforma-Inc-3a.jpg)
![Boston Jururs Favorite1a High Res](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/BostonJurursFavorite1aHighRes.jpg)
![Arrowstreet](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Arrowstreet.jpg)
![Penniless Clown by TROJB](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Penniless-Clown-by-TROJB.jpg)
![Jururs Favorite TRO Jung Brannen](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/JurursFavorite-TRO-Jung-Brannen.jpg)
![Two Cans](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/TwoCans.jpg)
Credits (top to bottom; left to right): 2019: CAN-SAT-U8 by PCA (4,884 cans), 2014: Boston Rocks Hunbger by Lavallee Brensinger Architects (2,640 cans), 2011: Quick Response to Hunger by Nitsch Engineering (1,900 cans), 2018: Queen of Hearts by Gensler + ARUP (6,270 cans), 2017: Nessie - You're Unbelievable! by Gensler + ARUP (4,500 cans), 2012: Hunger Bumpers by EYP (3,369 cans), 2015: Tie-Dye Beanie Baby by Goody Clancy (2,905 cans), 2019: Where in the World is Carmen CANdiego? by Wilson Butler (2,617 cans), 2018: The Incredibles by Arrowstreet (5,910 cans), 2013: Help Cast Away Hunger by BR+A, 2019: Worldwide OpporTUNAty by SMMA + DC Beane (9386 cans), 2009: Eat the Artifact by SGH, 2013: Iron Can by Newforma, 2008: Ghostbusters by TRO Jung|Brannen, 2005: Jaws by Arrowstreet, 2010: Penniless Clown by TRO Jung|Brannen, 2016: The Canservatory by Adams + Beasley Custom Builders (3,337 cans), 2007: Winnie the Pooh by TRO Jung|Brannen, 2003: Two Cans by Winter Street Architects and Structures North
![Peoples Choice Winners 01](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto1800/Peoples-Choice-Winners-01.png)
Every vote counts! The People’s Choice Award winner is selected based on the number of “likes” the sculpture receives in Canstruction Boston’s official Facebook album during the voting time period. This award rewards a team that executed a great idea.
![DSC0014](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/DSC0014.jpg)
![Lavallee Brensinger Architects Join Your Favorite Duo in the Fight Against Hunger](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Lavallee-Brensinger-Architects_Join-Your-Favorite-Duo-in-the-Fight-Against-Hunger.jpg)
![Boston Gensler jv ARUP3](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Boston_Gensler-jv-ARUP3.jpg)
![ARC Acme Lunchbox Peoples Choice](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/ARC_Acme-Lunchbox_Peoples-Choice.jpg)
![DSC 0164](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/DSC_0164_201106_185310.jpg)
![Slinky by Payette](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Slinky-by-Payette.jpg)
![Peoples Choice Symmes Maini Mc Kee](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/PeoplesChoice-SymmesMainiMcKee.jpg)
![Shepley Bulfinch Richardson Abbott](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/ShepleyBulfinchRichardsonAbbott.jpg)
![Peoples Choice Nitsch Fran CA Nstein](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/PeoplesChoice_Nitsch_FranCANstein.jpg)
![Shepley Bulfinch Richardson Abbott Peoples Choice](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/ShepleyBulfinchRichardsonAbbott_PeoplesChoice.jpg)
![211296 007](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/211296-007.jpg)
![SGH Structural Ingenuity 2010](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/SGH_Structural-Ingenuity_2010.jpg)
Credits (top to bottom; left to right): 2019: Air Ship by Cummings Properties (3,576 cans), 2009: Andy Warhol's The Velvet Underground by Architectural Resources Cambridge, 2015: Calvin & Hobbes by Lavallee Brensinger Architects (3,171 cans), 2018: Queen of Hearts by Gensler + ARUP (6,270 cans), 2004: ACME Lunch Box by Architectural Resources Cambridge, 2017: Gnome'ore Hunger by Steffian Bradley Architects + Mannington Commercial (3,388 cans), 2012: It's Sweet Peas! by Payette (1,056 cans), 2007: Dump Truck by SMMA, 2005: Cat in the Hat by Shepley Bulfinch Richardson Abbott, 2008: FranCANstein by Nitsch Engineering (1,908 cans), 2016: Toy Story Alien by Stantec (3,631 cans), 2006: Apple with a Worm by Shepley Bulfinch Richardson Abbott, 2011: Got Milk? by Margulies Perruzzi Architects, 2010: Mr. Potato Head by SGH
![Built in Boston 01](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto1800/Built-in-Boston-01.png)
Canstruction has been in Boston for 25 years, and in that time we’ve seen quite a few structures that pay tribute to our amazing city. Some of the structures highlighted here were award winners, but they all hold a special place in our heart.
![Bruner Cott Associates Inc CAN We Get There 2015](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/BrunerCottAssociates-Inc_CAN-We-Get-There_2015.jpg)
![Make Way for Little Ducklings 2005](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Make-Way-for-Little-Ducklings_2005.jpg)
![CBT CAN Go 2015](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/CBT_CANGo_2015.jpg)
![Green Monster 2001](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Green-Monster_2001.jpg)
![Phase Zero Design The Demolition of the Old Boston Garden 2015](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Phase-Zero-Design_The-Demolition-of-the-Old-Boston-Garden_2015.jpg)
![Cube 3 Studio Bos Tin Can Garden 2015](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Cube-3-Studio_Bos-Tin-Can-Garden_2015.jpg)
![Stantec Duck O Bration 2015](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Stantec_Duck-O-Bration_2015.jpg)
![SMMA King of Beantown 2015](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/SMMA_King-of-Beantown_2015.jpg)
![Canueil Hall 2001](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Canueil-Hall_2001.jpg)
![USS Canstitution 2001](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/USS-Canstitution_2001.jpg)
![Graham Gund hatch shell 2001b](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/GrahamGund-hatch-shell_2001b.jpg)
![WSP Parsons Brinckerhoff 20 Years Strong 2015](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/WSP-Parsons-Brinckerhoff_20-Years-Strong_2015.jpg)
![HDR DD 2007](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/HDR_DD_2007.jpg)
![Shepley Bulfinch Richardson Abbott](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/ShepleyBulfinchRichardsonAbbott.jpg)
![CS2 2005](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/CS2_2005.jpg)
![Sasaki Associates Yes we CAN 2015](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Sasaki-Associates_Yes-we-CAN_2015.jpg)
![Silman Boston Strong Together we CAN Overcome Hunger 2015](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Silman_Boston-Strong_Together-we-CAN-Overcome-Hunger_2015.jpg)
![GBFB 2001](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/GBFB_2001.jpg)
![Geo Sphere 2001](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Geo-Sphere_2001.jpg)
![WJE and Northeastern Universitys Chi Epsilon Boston Can STRON Gtion2015](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/WJE-and-Northeastern-Universitys-Chi-Epsilon_Boston-CanSTRONGtion2015.jpg)
![Tsoi Kobusand Associates Hungry for Equality 2015](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/TsoiKobusandAssociates_Hungry-for-Equality_2015.jpg)
![EYP Architecture Design Champion Stockings 2015](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/EYP-ArchitectureDesign_Champion-Stockings_2015.jpg)
![PCA Boston Marathon 2015](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/PCA_Boston-Marathon_2015.jpg)
![Dunkin Donuts 2001](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/DunkinDonuts_2001.jpg)
![CBT conan obrien 2010](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/CBT-conan-obrien_2010.jpg)
![Blue Man Group 2011](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/Blue-Man-Group_2011.jpg)
![211296 007](https://www.architects.org/uploads/_auto600/211296-007.jpg)