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Author: Archie Villaflores

Distinguished for outstanding architectural excellence last year, Henry J Lyons claimed dual awards at the Building & Architect of the Year Awards 2025, honoured for both practice leadership and heritage-led innovation as the sector looks ahead to 2026.

Author: Archie Villaflores

The built environment continues to evolve, with design, adaptive reuse, and strategic planning playing increasingly central roles in shaping functional and sustainable spaces. Success in this sector reflects a careful balance of aesthetics, operational efficiency, and social impact. Turning the clock back to last year’s accomplishments, ‘BDP secures triple awards at Building & Architect of the Year Awards 2025’ sets a high bar for adaptive reuse and sustainability. The story offers insight into what the 2026 awards may prioritise in evaluating transformative architecture. Moreover, ‘Galway hotel expands with new level approved by council’ illustrates how incremental developments can enhance functionality and service capacity. This addition supports operational growth while integrating with existing design frameworks. Meanwhile, ‘RDC appoints Yu Wang D’Arcy to lead retail design initiatives’ underscores the importance of dedicated leadership in guiding customer-focused and commercially effective design. Strong direction in design teams ensures consistency, creativity, and alignment with strategic objectives. Together, these stories highlight the intersection of innovation, planning, and leadership in architecture and design. They offer a window into how the sector continues to adapt, respond to client needs, and create spaces that balance performance, sustainability, and community value.

Author: Archie Villaflores

US-based architecture firm RDC appoints Yu Wang D’Arcy as Retail Design Director, strengthening its store planning and architectural services across international markets. The move reflects RDC’s continued focus on design innovation and client-driven retail solutions.

Author: Archie Villaflores

A US-based architecture and engineering consultancy is expanding its building and design footprint in the Midwest through a strategic acquisition. The move strengthens architectural capacity in Kansas City’s commercial and public-sector construction market.

Author: Archie Villaflores

Plans have been submitted to convert a historic south Belfast convent into a 28-unit apartment development. The Good Shepherd Centre, a grade B1 listed building, offers a rare opportunity for sustainable, city-centre residential projects in Northern Ireland.

Author: Archie Villaflores

GRAHAM has successfully handed back the Northland Building at North West Regional College after a 27-year PFI partnership in Northern Ireland. The milestone demonstrates long-term architectural stewardship, operational excellence, and regional economic impact.

Author: Archie Villaflores

Galway City Council has approved plans to expand The Galmont Hotel and Spa with a new level, enhancing the building’s capacity and design. The project highlights significant architectural development in Ireland’s hospitality sector.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Honoured for delivering transformative and sustainable projects last year, BDP claimed three awards at the Building & Architect of the Year Awards 2025, setting a benchmark for adaptive reuse, sustainability, and educational building excellence as the sector looks ahead to 2026.

Author: Archie Villaflores

The building and architecture sectors are undergoing rapid transformation, driven by technological innovation, sustainability, and practical creativity. Around the world, organisations are demonstrating how bold design and strategic execution can deliver both operational and societal impact. Recalling a key triumph from last year, ‘Harcourt Technologies wins Housing Project of the Year – Medium at Building & Architect of the Year Awards 2025’ illustrates how 3D construction printing can revolutionise social housing delivery. That achievement has influenced industry thinking globally, highlighting the potential for faster, more sustainable, and cost-efficient housing solutions. Moreover, ‘Deady Gahan Architects relocates to Thompson House in Cork city’ shows how thoughtful workspace planning can enhance functionality, creativity, and collaboration in architectural practices. Its approach reflects a broader trend in architecture towards adaptable, human-centred work environments worldwide. At the global stage, ‘Environmental Building Designs adapts architecture approach to local housing costs’ demonstrates how designers are balancing economic realities with sustainability and community-focused outcomes. This approach exemplifies a growing global emphasis on responsive architecture that is environmentally responsible and socially inclusive. Together, these stories underline a global built environment defined by innovation, sustainable practices, and human-centred design.

Author: Archie Villaflores

Recognised for pioneering Ireland’s first 3D construction, last year, Harcourt Technologies was named Housing Project of the Year – Medium at the 2025 Building & Architect of the Year Awards, setting a new benchmark as the sector looks ahead to 2026.