Architect Malcolm C. Burton has been named the American Institute of Architects Jersey Shore Section, 2021 Architect of the Year. He now moves to statewide consideration for the AIA New Jersey Service Awards.

Based in Manahawkin, Burton began his architectural business in 2007, and has been instrumental in rebuilding the shore since Superstorm Sandy. He will be joining his section for an award ceremony later this month.

The Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce issued congratulations to its member and past board officer for the…