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Orlando, Fla. (January 6, 2026) – Now in its 62nd year, the American Graphic Design Awards is the flagship competition of Graphic Design USA, a news and information source for graphic designers and the broader creative community. These awards honor outstanding design work of all kinds in print, packaging, video, internet, interactive, and more. While only the top 10% of entrants are selected as winners, Foundry Commercial brought home seven awards this year.
For the 2025 American Graphic Design Awards, the following Foundry projects and affiliated designers / marketing professionals were selected as winners:
Brochures + Collateral
678 TENTH BROCHURE
Led by Senior Graphic Designer Jade Simmons, the 678 Tenth digital marketing brochure took a step into the future of hospitality. 678 Tenth is a premier hotel development site for sale in the heart of West Midtown in Atlanta. Featuring custom branding designed exclusively for the property, the brochure’s theme blends modern sophistication with a hint of vintage travel nostalgia. Every element – from typography to color palette – was thoughtfully curated to reflect the unique character of this site.
Integrated Marketing Campaign
WENDELL COMMERCE CENTER GROUNDBREAKING
Wendell Commerce Center is a Class-A, 1.8-million square foot industrial park under development just northeast of Raleigh, N.C. Construction on the first phase began this summer, and to introduce the new development to the community, the Raleigh Industrial Team hosted a groundbreaking ceremony at the construction site. A wide variety of marketing collateral was designed to market and showcase Wendell Commerce Center to the community. Senior Graphic Designer Ally Bogaczyk led these efforts.
MIDDBLOCK LAUNCH PROJECT
Named for its central position between key South End corridors, Middblock reflects its unique placement within the district. The launch campaign featured custom branding, property signage, leasing materials, and a comprehensive digital brochure highlighting three buildings designed with flexible spaces for modern office and retail users. Led by Creative Director Olivia Griffin, the campaign aimed to position Middblock as a connected hub for local culture and business growth.
Motion (TV, Film, Video, Animation)
ALLEGRO SENIOR LIVING CONNECT OPENER VIDEO
Created by Director of Digital Marketing Lauren Marquess, the Allegro Senior Living Connect conference opener video was created to highlight how Foundry Commercial’s senior living brands have come together under one unified identity. Built around a music theme, the video shows how each team member and community plays a distinct role, much like individual instruments coming together to create a harmonious whole. The video blends musical elements with footage featuring the Allegro communities and associates, illustrating that idea visually.
Other
TORTUGA 2024 EVENT
In 2024, Foundry partnered with South Downtown and Atlanta Tech Village to host the annual ‘Tortuga’ broker event to strengthen connections in the commercial real estate community. The pirate-themed gathering featured digital invites, while VIPs received hand-delivered “message in a bottle” invitations with personalized name tags. Guests enjoyed themed hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, cigar rolling, as well as branded videos and menus. Each attendee left with a custom Tortuga 2024 bandana. Senior Graphic Designer Jade Simmons led these efforts.
Social Media
SAVONA MILL SOCIAL MEDIA
By combining community-minded content, dynamic storytelling, and interactive engagement, Foundry Commercial’s Consumer Marketing Team elevated Savona Mill’s presence and deepened brand affinity for Portman Holdings. Kathleen Neustaetter played a key role in guiding the strategy and ensuring cohesion across all efforts. By spotlighting local businesses, celebrating new tenants, and introducing creative opportunities for followers to participate, the campaign sparked meaningful interaction and expanded the property’s reach.
THE LINE SOCIAL MEDIA
Also heading up consumer marketing efforts at The Line, Neustaetter has developed a dynamic social media presence for The Line that elevated visibility for the property and strengthened Portman Holdings’ brand as a leader in modern urban mixed-use spaces. By consistently highlighting the building’s unique experiences and the vibrancy of its tenant community, The Line’s social media channels capture the attention of potential office and retail users while building an engaged local following. Fresh, lifestyle-driven content showcases The Line as a distinctive destination in Charlotte’s South End, reinforcing its identity and driving sustained interest across audiences.
“Seeing our team recognized in the GDUSA awards is genuinely meaningful,” said Brittney Wimberly, Partner and Senior Director of Brand & Marketing. “We pride ourselves on being design-forward in everything we do, and our designers and marketers push themselves every day to raise the bar for our internal partners and the clients we serve. To know our work placed us among the top 10% of companies recognized this year is something we’re truly proud of. It’s energizing to look back on the campaigns we brought to life – and even more exciting to imagine what’s ahead.”