The American Institute of Architects, Westchester + Hudson Valley Chapter, confers upon Rolando Kraeher Architect, the 2014 High Honor Award in recognition of architectural excellence for the Dutchess County SPCA in Hyde Park, New York. This award is the top design prize given by the Chapter to an exceptional project on any given year. The jury considered the Dutchess County SPCA a real gem, elevating a typical utilitarian building type into a true piece of architecture.