From staff reports
Jane Frederick, a Fellow of the American Institute of Architects (FAIA), on November 8, became the 18th recipient and the first woman to receive The Medal of Distinction from American Institute of Architects South Carolina (AIASC).
Established in 1993, the Medal of Distinction is the highest honor that the AIASC can bestow upon its members. The AIASC Board of Directors awards it in recognition of a significant body of work and/or service that has made a lasting influence on the practice of architecture in the state.
Frederick, FAIA, has demonstrated to the public and to the broader architecture community that “architects matter” through her professional leadership, engagement in the political process, and involvement in community education.
She has been elected to represent the South Atlantic Region on the AIA National Board. Frederick continued her service as a member-at-large and served as national board president in 2020. She currently serves the AIA as vice-chair of ArchiPac, raising money to promote sustainable, resilient communities.
With more than 200 international, state and local chapters, the AIA advocates for public policies that “promote economic vitality and public well-being.”
Frederick has lived in Beaufort for 35 years.
Beaufort’s Frederick + Frederick Architects – started with her husband, Michael, in 1989 – has earned numerous state and local design awards. It was honored with AIA South Carolina’s 2017 Firm Award as well as Southern Living Magazine’s Best Renovation of 2009.
The firm specializes in designing high performance, sustainable, resilient houses for hot, humid climates. It is a participant in the AIA 2030 Commitment and is consistently close to or meeting the energy reduction goal.
Frederick earned her Bachelor of Architecture from Auburn University and is licensed in South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Florida and Mississippi.
