Best New Building (Projects over £2m construction cost)
In this category there are three winning schemes and three commendations.
Client – Trinity Hall College
Main Contractor – Barnes Construction
Architect – Níall McLaughlin Architects
Structural Engineer – Smith and Wallwork
Quantity Surveyor – Gleeds
Archaeologist – LP Archaeology
Landscape Architect – Kim Wilkie
Acoustic Engineer – Gillieron Scott Acoustic Design
M&E and Acoustic Consultant – Max Fordham
Photo © David Valinsky
Judges’ Comments
“This audacious addition to Avery Court is a stunning success. From the ammonites in the floor to the soft gold storage boxes, every detail has been finely crafted and delivered. The pale, calm semi-transparent stone structure sits lightly within Avery Court, undistracted by vegetation and drawing the eye by its simple beauty. Inside, it offers perfect light, heat and humidity to provide a stable environment for sensitive musical instruments. It is a gem, which we hope will be made accessible to the public at some point in the future.”
