The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) recently announced the winners of the 2026 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards. From a historic Portland home to a major national museum, this year’s winning projects demonstrate the beauty, affordability, and reliability of asphalt roofing across the country.

“We received an impressive range of submissions, with each winner showcasing creativity, precision, and technical skill,” stated Reed Hitchcock, ARMA executive vice president. “These projects reflect the innovation and craftsmanship that define the asphalt roofing industry, and we were honored to celebrate the winners at the (2026) International Roofing Expo in Las Vegas.”

The awards recognize outstanding low- and steep-slope asphalt roofing projects across North America, judged in four key categories: Why Asphalt?; Project Challenges; Distinction; and Beauty.

Top-scoring projects are awarded Gold, Silver, or Bronze medals, with additional honors available in Best-in-Class categories, such as In the Neighborhood, Commercial/Mixed Use, Craftsmanship, and Technical Difficulty.

Gold Award Winner:

HER Roofing Co. Inc. – The Settlemier House (Portland, Ore.)

• Project Overview: HER Roofing Co. Inc. played a pivotal role in the restoration of the historic 1892 Settlemier House by delivering a solution that balanced preservation and performance. The project included a full shake tear-off and re-roof of a steep-slope system, highlighted by a technically challenging cone roof. Malarkey Legacy® Shingles with Scotchgard™ in Black Oak were selected for fire resistance and historically appropriate appearance. The team installed vertical plywood over 50 feet in the air, custom-fabricated curved wooden gutters, and returned the original copper spire to the top.

Silver Award Winner:

Wedge Roofing – California Mid-Century Gothic (Sebastopol, Calif.)

Project Overview: Wedge Roofing restored a mid-century hyperbolic paraboloid roof rising from a 6/12 pitch to vertical across roughly 6,000 square feet. Owens Corning TruDefinition® Duration® Shingles in Brownwood followed the roof’s compound curves, allowing secure fastening on near-vertical surfaces and preserving the sculptural form. The team rebuilt the ridge with Douglas fir decking and structural plywood, integrated solar-powered and fixed Velux skylights, and installed shingles over steep slopes. Two-ply modified bitumen and silicone-coated flat areas completed the system. The project resolved decades-old leaks and preserved the church’s iconic profile.

Best-in-Class Award Winner: Commercial/Mixed Use Category

KPost Roofing & Waterproofing – National Medal of Honor Museum (Arlington, Texas)

• Project Overview: The National Medal of Honor Museum, designed by Rafael Viñoly Architects, is a tribute to courage and sacrifice, featuring bold architecture and complex geometries. KPost Roofing & Waterproofing installed a high-performing low-slope roofing system, seamlessly integrating a SOPREMA SBS-modified bitumen roof system, adhesives, and sealants to ensure durability, flexibility, and long-term protection. The system withstands extreme weather while preserving the museum’s aesthetic and safeguarding exhibits. The final result enhances function and design, delivering a roof that protects the museum and stands as a lasting tribute to the heroes it commemorates.

ARMA honored the winners on the show floor of the 2026 International Roofing Expo in Las Vegas, and issued the following awards to the winning companies:

(Gold – $2,000; Silver – $1,000; Bronze – $500). Winners also received an official ARMA certificate, promotions on ARMA’s website and social media platforms, authority-boosting materials, and national media exposure. Learn more about the winners at asphaltroofing.org.