The AEC Excellence Awards 2016 finalists showcase notable construction projects across various categories, highlighting innovation and collaboration in building design and execution. Finalists include significant infrastructure projects like the Istanbul Grand Airport, U.S. Bank Stadium, and the Lanzhou Railway Hub, as well as smaller initiatives such as the Hezhuang Station of Guangzhou Metro. Each nominated project demonstrates unique applications of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and advanced construction techniques to improve efficiency and address complex requirements.