2008 Best Craftsmanship Award
New House at Hayes
Architect: George Saumarez Smith at Robert Adam Architects
Brickwork contractor: R J Smith
Brick: HG Matthews: Multi Bespoke Blend
The craftsmanship displayed on this Palladian house is awe-inspiring. Everyone concerned with the project from Client to Architect to Contractor has demonstrated a determination to produce only the best. The immaculate brickwork with penny-jointed mortar and elegant arches will long stand as a testament to the skill of the bricklayers.
Finalists
St Pancras Central
Architect: Ingram Consultancy
Brickwork contractor: Stonewest Ltd
Brick: Bulmer Brick & Tile: Fully Washed Grade 1 Red Rubber Brick
The Lovelace Mausoleum
Architect: The John Deal Practice
Brickwork contractor: Chris Anstey
Brick: Ibstock & Handmades to Match
Sacriston Community Centre
Architect: Halsall Lloyd Partnership
Brickwork contractor: Buildroute
Brick: Tyrone Brick Ltd
Student Accommodation Linacre College
Architect: Hall Needham Associates
Brickwork contractor: Cooper Construction
Brick: Blockleys Brick: Linacre College Special Blend