Judging Panel
An independent panel of recognised and expert judges, representing the architecture discipline, will determine the winners of the Building and Architect of the Year Awards.
We understand the importance of a fair and objective judging process. That's why we assemble a prestigious panel of industry leaders, renowned for their extensive knowledge, enthusiasm, and expertise in architecture.
Our selection process is meticulous. Judges are bound by strict confidentiality agreements and declare any potential conflicts of interest. Entries with conflicts are reassigned, ensuring complete impartiality.
This unwavering commitment to integrity is the foundation of our awards programme. Become a part of recognising industry excellence. If you're interested in joining the judging panel, email your details to judges@businessriver.com.
A comprehensive judging process has been developed to decide the winners of the Building and Architect of the Year Awards.
2025 Judging Panel
Britt Berentzen (Judging Coordinator)
Programme Director, Interior Architecture & Design, Griffith College Dublin
Britt is a Programme Director for the Architecture & Design programmes in the Design Faculty of Griffith College Dublin. VIEW MORE
Ann-Marie Aguilar
SVP, IWBI
Ann Marie Aguilar represents IWBI across Europe, she is passionate about sustainable and healthy buildings globally and works to share the benefits of the WELL Building Standard across Europe. VIEW MORE
Seán Barrett
Director/Architect, Darmody Architecture
Seán is a Project Architect & Director with Darmody Architecture and registered Member of the RIAI, who specialises in leading medium to large scale urban realm and residential development projects VIEW MORE
Emma Geoghegan
Head of Architecture, TU Dublin
Emma is currently Head of Architecture in TU Dublin with responsibility for all undergraduate and postgraduate architecture programmes. She is a registered architect and qualified urban designer with over twenty years professional experience in Australia, the UK and Ireland. VIEW MORE
Martina Murphy
Senior Academic and Architecture Leader, Ulster University
Dr. Martina Murphy is a Senior Academic and Architecture Leader at Ulster University. She is a Chartered Architect with experience working in the UK and Far East. She has an internationally recognised research profile, advancing architectural practice through academia and global partnerships. VIEW MORE
Brian O' Neill
Company Director, MCORM Architects
Brian O’Neill is a Graduate of the Dublin School of Architecture, DIT Bolton Street, a Fellow of the RIAI and Director of MCORM Architects currently leading large residential projects in Dublin. VIEW MORE
Peter Scanlon
Lecturer, Atlantic Technological University
Peter Scanlon lectures on the Architecture programme in the Yeats Academy of Arts, Design & Architecture in Atlantic Technological University Sligo. VIEW MORE
Michael Stiff
Founder, Stiff+Trevillion
Michael Stiff founded London based Stiff+Trevillion 40years ago. The practice is well known for its portfolio of projects in central London. VIEW MORE
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