A winning day for our work in the North

The Highlands and Islands Architectural Awards are a celebration of the projects that express and enhance the identity and culture of the Highlands and Islands.

It was a fantastic event which welcomed architects, clients and members of the public in celebration of great architecture and to exchange ideas. 

Strathnaver Museum was awarded the ‘New life for Existing Buildings’ award which recognised projects involving refurbishment, conservation or extension to existing buildings. The judges described the work as “an exemplary way to restore an existing building and breathe new life into it“. 

On the North coast of Farr, Strathnaver Museum is a listed building and the site of the delivery of the Highland clearance notices. The masterplan for the museum’s campus included the rationalisation and restoration of the existing building with the addition of a new contemporary annex. The new campus has been very warmly welcomed by visitors and the local community.

The second win of the evening saw the National Treatment Centre – Highland, awarded the ‘Social Benefit’ award which showcases projects which stimulate social benefit through architectural intervention. The judges commented that “the project has radically improved patient and staff experience and provides an exemplar for other elective care centres”. 

As an elective care facility providing care for local communities, the National Treatment Centre -Highland, is successfully reducing waiting time and improving health outcomes thanks for a patient centered design. 

The winners are now showcased to local communities through a travelling exhibition.

We could not be more proud of these projects. Congratulations to our own team and everyone that worked with us to create and deliver them.