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Building and Architect of the Year Awards 2026 shortlist sets the stage for a defining night in Irish architecture
The Building and Architect of the Year Awards has revealed its official shortlist, bringing together Ireland's most ambitious architects, practices, and projects ahead of the awards gala on 23rd April 2026 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Santry.
Louisiana architecture firm expands with Delaware practice aquisition
US-based architecture platform firm Stonewall has acquired Delaware practice Architectural Alliance to expand its Mid-Atlantic presence. The Louisiana-headquartered company strengthens capabilities in commercial, residential, institutional, historic, and adaptive reuse projects.
Florida engineering firm acquires Pennsylvania landscape architecture practice
PRIME AE has acquired Pennsylvania practice Klavon Design Associates to enhance landscape architecture and federal capabilities. The Florida-headquartered company strengthens its multidisciplinary platform through the partnership with the Pittsburgh-based firm.
McAleer & Rushe reaches construction milestone at City of London scheme
McAleer & Rushe has reached the topping out milestone on a 21-storey student accommodation development in the City of London. The Cookstown-based firm is delivering 782 purpose-built residences alongside the permanent home for the Migration Museum.
Graham wins £286 million Manchester student accommodation contract
Northern Irish contractor Graham has won a £286 million contract to redevelop student accommodation in Manchester. The Hillsborough-based firm will create over 2,300 bedrooms for Manchester Metropolitan University at Cambridge Halls.
ML Quinn secures contract for 26 housing units in West Sligo
Irish contractor ML Quinn Building Contractors has secured a contract to construct 26 housing units across two West Sligo sites. The developments in Dromore West and Easkey form part of Sligo County Council's housing expansion programme.
Design Renewed
Architectural practice continues evolving through design excellence, strategic identity, and geographic expansion. Progress emerges where heritage sensitivity, organisational growth, and market positioning converge to strengthen competitive capability across diverse project typologies. Looking back at last year's highlights, 'Henry J Lyons secures dual awards at Building & Architect of the Year Awards 2025' celebrates how adaptive reuse and design innovation preserve architectural heritage whilst meeting contemporary workplace requirements. This recognition establishes expectations for the 2026 awards, where heritage-responsive design and demonstrable innovation may distinguish winning practices and projects. Furthermore, 'Redlough launches new brand identity to support workforce expansion' demonstrates how established contractors refresh visual identity to reflect expanded capabilities and workforce scale. Brand evolution signals organisational maturity whilst supporting recruitment and market positioning across corporate and public sector projects. Meanwhile, 'North Carolina architecture firm acquires Austin practice for Texas expansion' illustrates how strategic acquisitions enable geographic diversification and capability integration. Practice consolidation combines local market knowledge with multidisciplinary resources to strengthen service delivery across high-growth urban markets. These stories underscore a sector where design quality, organisational development, and strategic positioning determine competitive advantage. Explore each article to understand how excellence and growth are reshaping architectural practice standards.
North Carolina architecture firm acquires Austin practice for Texas expansion
US-based architecture firm Cline has acquired Austin practice Mark Odom Studio to establish operations in Texas. The North Carolina-headquartered company expands its residential, mixed-use, workplace, and commercial design capabilities into a fast-growing market.
Connecticut distributor to acquire building products firm for $2.25 billion
US-based building products distributor QXO has agreed to acquire Colorado firm Kodiak Building Partners for $2.25 billion (€1.89 billion). The Connecticut-headquartered company continues aggressive expansion in roofing, waterproofing, and construction materials distribution.
Sisk secures €70 million contract for Limerick office tower development
Irish contractor John Sisk & Son has been awarded a €70 million contract to construct Limerick's tallest building at Opera Square. The 14-storey office development will accommodate 1,500 civil servants in a Nearly Zero Energy Building.
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