The building and architecture sector continues to evolve with measured confidence as quality, adaptability and long-term value guide decision-making. This edition reflects an editorial strategy focused on connecting design excellence with broader patterns shaping the built environment.

Reflecting to last year's standout performance, 'desiun architects wins House Extension Refurbishment – Medium at Building & Architect of the Year Awards 2025' captured a moment where craft, context and residential design intelligence were formally recognised. That recognition helps frame expectations as the industry looks ahead to the 2026 awards and the standards of consistency and impact they continue to reinforce.

Attention then shifts to civic ambition through 'Arup and Knight Architects lead Belfast bridge design.' The project reflects how collaboration and engineering-led design are shaping infrastructure that responds to both place and public use.

A further dimension of progress building and architecture appears in the sector, as 'Environmental Building Designs expands architect-led services to support commercial and industrial projects.'

Together, these stories present a sector aligning design quality, collaboration and service depth to support a resilient and forward-looking built environment.

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