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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.
GMI secures Nuneaton library and business centre contract
GMI Construction has secured a £17.3 million design-and-build contract to deliver a new library and business centre for Warwickshire County Council in Nuneaton. The scheme anchors the wider Transforming Nuneaton regeneration programme.
Kildare GAA seeks permission for St Conleth's Park toilet block
Kildare GAA has applied to Kildare County Council for permission to build a public toilet facility at St Conleth's Park. The application follows the venue's €17-18 million stand redevelopment completed in 2024.
Kane wins Edgbaston MEP contract ahead of 2027 Ashes
Banbridge-based MEP contractor Kane Group has secured a multi-million-pound subcontract on Sisk's Edgbaston stadium redevelopment ahead of the 2027 Ashes. The award reflects growing demand for Kane's offsite manufacturing and digital engineering capabilities.
Lioncor sells 176-unit Glass Bottle scheme to CHI for €82m
Lioncor has sold a 176-unit apartment scheme at Dublin's Irish Glass Bottle site to Co-operative Housing Ireland for €82.14 million in social housing. The deal converts a major regeneration site into allocated homes.
Gottstein Architects wins Sustainability Award for Vantage Business Park at Building and Architect of the Year Awards 2026
Looking back at the Building and Architect of the Year Awards 2026, Gottstein Architects took the Sustainability Award for a Single Building or Development for Vantage Business Park, a scheme that challenges conventional industrial development through mass engineered timber, low carbon design, and a holistic approach to biodiversity and workplace wellbeing. As the profession looks ahead to the 2027 cycle, Vantage Business Park sets a strong and replicable precedent for how logistics architecture can lead rather than follow on sustainability.
Registrations Down, Resolve Up: What the NHBC Q2 2026 Data Really Signals for Building and Architecture Leaders
NHBC data shows NI new home registrations fell 22% in Q2 2026 while UK private starts dropped 5%. For building and architecture leaders, the policy commitments now in place create a clear pathway back to growth.
Sisk secures Camden Square contract to rebuild London Irish Centre
The London Irish Centre has appointed Sisk as main contractor for its £36-38 million Camden Square redevelopment. Designed by Coffey Architects, the project delivers a new hub for Britain's Irish diaspora.
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