Surveying the last 12 issues, RECORD editors present a dozen “class favorites”—top projects of the year, split among a smattering of superlatives. Flip through our top picks, including office, retail, lighting, humanitarian, and mixed-use projects, and read more about each one by clicking the building name.

Looking back at the projects covered in Architectural Record during 2015, the editors have selected five pavilions—places intended for contemplation, meditation, and reflection—that thoughtfully consider both context and programmatic needs.

While 2015 may be drawing to a close, Jazz at Lincoln Center (JALC) is just getting into the swing of things. Last Thursday evening, the Manhattan performing arts complex cut the ribbon on a multi-million dollar lobby renovation—rechristened the Mica and Ahmet Ertegun Atrium—in a star-spangled holiday celebration.

Developer Robbie Antonio taps stars and starchitects for high-end prefab pavilions.