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Design Continuity
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.
desiun architects wins House Extension Refurbishment – Medium at Building & Architect of the Year Awards 2025
Looking back last year, desiun architects was recognised for their Leeson Park Avenue project at the Building & Architect of the Year Awards 2025, setting a benchmark for thoughtful, human-centred residential refurbishment as the industry looks ahead to 2026.
Hyphen appoints Eva Diego as CEO to drive global architecture and digital infrastructure growth
Hyphen, an international architectural practice with offices in Dublin, London, and across Latin America, has appointed Eva Diego as CEO. The leadership change aims to strengthen global advisory services and expand the firm’s international architecture portfolio.
Environmental Building Designs expands architect-led services to support commercial and industrial projects
Environmental Building Designs is expanding architect-led support for commercial and industrial projects on Australia’s Sunshine Coast. Early architectural involvement addresses design, compliance and sustainability needs, reducing delays, redesigns and improving certainty for developers.
Belfast Harbour plans 600-home urban neighbourhood at Clarendon Wharf
Belfast Harbour has submitted plans to redevelop Clarendon Wharf into a 600-home urban neighbourhood with hotels, retail, and leisure spaces. The project integrates heritage buildings and new pedestrian infrastructure to support Belfast’s growing housing and regeneration goals.
McCabe Architects refurbish Ballybofey cinema into enterprise hub
The iconic Ritz Cinema in Ballybofey is set for adaptive reuse as part of the SEED project, transforming it into a new enterprise hub. The initiative blends heritage conservation with modern extensions to stimulate local economic growth.
Arup and Knight Architects lead Belfast bridge design
Belfast City Council has appointed an integrated design team to develop the concept and feasibility for the new Sailortown Bridge. The project combines urban regeneration with active travel infrastructure and involves leading engineering and architectural firms.
Built Confidence
The building and architecture sector is navigating a period of renewed assurance, shaped by investment, design leadership and long-term thinking. This edition reflects how the built environment is responding to evolving economic, technological and urban priorities. Looking back to 2025, 'Little Black Box Collective Wins Building of the Year – Office (Small) at Building & Architect of the Year Awards 2025' reinforces the importance of design quality and thoughtful execution. As the 2026 awards approach, companies are expected to deliver measurable impact, technological integration, and leadership in building and architecture industry. Meanwhile, 'Quest Software expands AI engineering hub in Cork' sits within a year where excellence and future-focused development were firmly in focus across the sector. The expansion signals the wider role of high-quality buildings in supporting innovation, talent attraction and sustainable urban growth. Lastly, 'Nabni Developments breaks ground on new luxury residential project in Dubai' highlights continued confidence in ambitious residential development. The project reflects how design, location and long-term value remain central to investment decisions in global markets. Together, these stories frame a sector defined by confidence, creativity and a clear sense of direction for the future.
Nabni Developments breaks ground on new luxury residential project in Dubai
Nabni Developments has started construction on Nabni Avenue 7 in Dubai’s Al Furjan district, a premium 12-storey residential development. The project features 166 luxury units, smart home integration, lifestyle amenities, and AED 800 million total investment.
Walker & Dunlop facilitates Manhattan office conversion into luxury residences
Walker & Dunlop arranged $778.6 million (€718.5 million) financing for the office-to-residential conversion of 111 Wall Street in Manhattan that transforms 24-story office tower into 1,568 luxury rental units with extensive amenities.
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