The Royal Institute of British Architects has announced the 49 winners of its national awards, including the Tate St Ives, Bloomberg's Foster + Partners-designed London HQ, and a housing development in old gasholders.
Recognising the best buildings of the past 12 months, the RIBA National Awards 2018 includes major public and commercial projects from the Britain's major cities to private buildings in remote locations.
New Tate St Ives, by Jamie Fobert Architects with Evans & Shalev. Photo by Nick Hufton
"For over 50 years the RIBA Awards have celebrated the best new buildings, large or small; shining a light on trends in the construction industry, and illustrating why the UK?s architects and architecture have an enviable global reputation," said RIBA president Ben Derbyshire. "I am particularly pleased to see some excellent examples of large-scale housing schemes amongst this year's winners," he continued.
"Projects such as these are beacons showing how it is possible for enlightened local authorities and developers to create the well-designed, desirable and sustainable homes that communities so desperately need."
"From exceptional mixed-use buildings that bring a community together, and breathing new life into dilapidated historic buildings, to getting the best value from an awkward site or limited budget, every one of this year's award winners is a testament to the architects' skill in solving a range of challenges to create projects...