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DMVF Architects wins Architectural Practice of the Year at Building and Architect of the Year Awards 2026
Looking back at the Building and Architect of the Year Awards 2026, DMVF Architects took the highest practice honour of the night, earning Architectural Practice of the Year in recognition of a body of work defined by design excellence, technical rigour, and a sustained commitment to innovation and sustainability. As the profession looks ahead to the 2027 cycle, DMVF Architects stands as a clear benchmark for what architectural practice at its best can and should deliver for clients, communities, and the built environment.
Momentum Returns: What Ireland's Sharp July Construction PMI Rebound Means for Building and Architecture Leaders
Ireland's AIB Construction PMI surged to 53.0 in July from June's 45.4, with commercial and civil engineering leading growth. For building and architecture leaders, the data marks the sector's clearest recovery signal of 2026.
Squire & Partners submits plans for 53-storey Birmingham tower
Squire & Partners has submitted plans for a 53-storey, 729-home tower in Birmingham for London developer Bluecastle Capital. The scheme would replace a vacant Marks & Spencer store opposite HS2's Curzon Street station.
Willmott Dixon completes Manchester's most advanced laboratory building
Willmott Dixon has completed Greenheys, a £60 million laboratory building at Manchester Science Park, for developer Bruntwood SciTech. The building will become the new headquarters of UK Biobank, backed by UKRI funding.
Kane Group appoints eight directors on £100m turnover milestone
Banbridge-based MEP contractor Kane Group has appointed eight new directors after reaching its targeted £100 million turnover. The expanded leadership team reflects the building services contractor's continued growth across Ireland and Britain.
H&MV secures €750m fund valuing engineering group at €1.4bn
Limerick's H&MV Engineering has secured a €750 million continuation fund, valuing the high-voltage infrastructure specialist at €1.4 billion. The deal backs its role delivering power infrastructure for data centres and other major buildings.
McAleer & Rushe starts work on Edinburgh Clayton Hotel scheme
Northern Ireland's McAleer & Rushe has started construction on a £95 million Edinburgh hotel for Dalata Hotel Group, converting an office block into a 256-bedroom Clayton Hotel. AIB Group is funding the scheme.
MCOH Architects wins Building of the Year Public for Portlaoise Library at Building and Architect of the Year Awards 2026
Looking back at the Building and Architect of the Year Awards 2026, MCOH Architects took Building of the Year in the Public category for Portlaoise Library, a scheme the judges praised for its exceptional balance of design innovation, creative ambition, and precise execution. As the profession looks ahead to the 2027 cycle, Portlaoise Library stands as a compelling model for how public architecture can integrate seamlessly with its community while delivering design of the highest order.
Six Point Six: What Northern Ireland's Strongest House Price Index in Years Means for the Building and Architecture Sector
Northern Ireland house prices rose 6.6% annually and 2.9% quarterly to GBP 229,462 in Q2 2026. For building and architecture firms, the data confirms durable demand and a market where quality supply commands strong returns.
Westmorland breaks ground on new M56 motorway services site
Westmorland, operator of Tebay Services, has begun construction on a £65 million M56 services scheme in Cheshire. The 80-20 partnership with the Tatton Estate brings the family firm into a new region.
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