The TCC DAKA Renewable Resource Recycling Center (RRRC) has been named the Best Industrial, Logistics and Data Centers project in Architectural Record’s 2026 Record Awards.
Designed as a living laboratory, TCC DAKA RRRC reimagines the role of industrial infrastructure by combining a high-efficiency waste recovery facility with cultural, educational, and environmental programs. The project transforms regional waste into alternative fuels and raw materials for cement production, while incorporating public terraces, exhibition spaces, and a conservation center dedicated to rare and endangered fern species.
Bringing together industrial operations, ecological conservation, and public engagement, the project demonstrates how essential infrastructure can serve both environmental and community needs, creating new opportunities for education and interaction within an industrial setting.
The recognition adds to the complex’s growing list of international accolades, highlighting the project’s innovative approach to integrating industrial infrastructure with environmental stewardship and community engagement.
The annual Record Awards organized by Architectural Record, recognize architectural excellence across a range of building types, celebrating projects from around the world. This year’s winners were announced at a ceremony following the publication’s annual Record Innovation Conference in New York City, where KPF Principal Director Bob Graustein attended to receive the award.
