Why does SKYDB give an architectural award?

SKYDB records the physical characteristics and history of tall buildings. The awards give members a way to assess their architecture and select buildings from each year's candidates.

The database provides a common reference for that assessment. Members can compare building records and photographs, check the information behind a nomination, and contribute corrections before voting.

A nomination does not depend on an application or payment from a building's architect or owner. Members put buildings forward through SKYDB, within the nomination rules. The annual results remain available on the award pages.