HCS announces winners of the 2019 Design Awards
President Bernard Ainsworth presents the overall winner award to Manor House hotel manager Mark Ayre.
We announce with pleasure the winners of the 2019 Huddersfield Civic Society design awards.
Chairman David Wyles and former Chairman Chris Marsden judged an impressive range of projects nominated by HCS members and the public in early February 2020.
Unfortunately, the coronavirus lockdown scuppered plans to present the winning owners, agents and architects with awards at Huddersfield Town Hall in March, and the ceremony was postponed.
Several months later the awards are being presented on site, with attractive laser cut trophies produced by Green Slate Trophies of Burnley. Happily, the quality of projects prompted the judges to award three further commendations.
They also decided that Manor House, Lindley, should win the overall award, the choice from a close run pack. The hotel is imbued with the care and attention of the owners whose skill and dedication have produced an exemplar project.
We hope these projects demonstrate the value of good design to the individual owners and to the heritage and built environment of the town. In these difficult times it is of particular importance that those projects which are local business enterprises are afforded our support and best wishes.
Chairman David Wyles and former Chairman Chris Marsden judged an impressive range of projects nominated by HCS members and the public in early February 2020.
Unfortunately, the coronavirus lockdown scuppered plans to present the winning owners, agents and architects with awards at Huddersfield Town Hall in March, and the ceremony was postponed.
Several months later the awards are being presented on site, with attractive laser cut trophies produced by Green Slate Trophies of Burnley. Happily, the quality of projects prompted the judges to award three further commendations.
They also decided that Manor House, Lindley, should win the overall award, the choice from a close run pack. The hotel is imbued with the care and attention of the owners whose skill and dedication have produced an exemplar project.
We hope these projects demonstrate the value of good design to the individual owners and to the heritage and built environment of the town. In these difficult times it is of particular importance that those projects which are local business enterprises are afforded our support and best wishes.
Nick Booth, owner of Holly Bank with with Michael Owens and Martin Booker of Fibre Architects.
BEST RESIDENTIAL
Extension to dwelling, Holly Bank, Haughs Road, Quarmby
Architect: Fibre Architects
This late Georgian house with its fine ashlar frontage and set in landscaped grounds, has benefitted from an extremely high quality contemporary extension to its rather undistinguished rear elevation. Melding old and new has been accomplished with great panache and a seemingly effortless flow between the two has been executed by careful detailing and high quality fixtures. Extensive glazing provides light into a living area which itself flows into the restored garden area, resulting in a dynamic link between internal and external spaces. Both Fibre Architects and the client, with support from Historic England, have clearly worked closely to achieve this successful outcome, ensuring a historic and elegant residence provides for 21st century aspirations.
Extension to dwelling, Holly Bank, Haughs Road, Quarmby
Architect: Fibre Architects
This late Georgian house with its fine ashlar frontage and set in landscaped grounds, has benefitted from an extremely high quality contemporary extension to its rather undistinguished rear elevation. Melding old and new has been accomplished with great panache and a seemingly effortless flow between the two has been executed by careful detailing and high quality fixtures. Extensive glazing provides light into a living area which itself flows into the restored garden area, resulting in a dynamic link between internal and external spaces. Both Fibre Architects and the client, with support from Historic England, have clearly worked closely to achieve this successful outcome, ensuring a historic and elegant residence provides for 21st century aspirations.
BEST REFURBISHMENT
Manor House, 1 Lidget Street, Lindley
There are occasions when the opportunity for restoring and giving new life to a building are embedded in the vision of the person who was first inspired to create something special within it. Formerly owned by Kirklees Council, this Grade II listed building had been left semi-derelict when interior designer, Sara Presley purchased it and converted it into an 11 bedroom hotel with restaurant, fitness and reception facilities. Sara’s vision is apparent both externally and internally. The fabric of the main building has been carefully restored and cleaned, retaining the elegant Georgian detailing with sympathetic restoration work to the former stables and outbuildings. This is further enhanced by charming and appropriate landscaping. The interior provides glitz and luxurious fittings, wholly appropriate for this standard of hotel and, without doubt, a valuable addition to Huddersfield’s visitor facilities.
Manor House, 1 Lidget Street, Lindley
There are occasions when the opportunity for restoring and giving new life to a building are embedded in the vision of the person who was first inspired to create something special within it. Formerly owned by Kirklees Council, this Grade II listed building had been left semi-derelict when interior designer, Sara Presley purchased it and converted it into an 11 bedroom hotel with restaurant, fitness and reception facilities. Sara’s vision is apparent both externally and internally. The fabric of the main building has been carefully restored and cleaned, retaining the elegant Georgian detailing with sympathetic restoration work to the former stables and outbuildings. This is further enhanced by charming and appropriate landscaping. The interior provides glitz and luxurious fittings, wholly appropriate for this standard of hotel and, without doubt, a valuable addition to Huddersfield’s visitor facilities.
Martin Paterson, Phillip Carter and Ian Brook of Donaldson's with builder Eddie Dyson.
BEST COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT
Donaldson’s Veterinary Hospital, Somerset Road
Architect: Tony Mallalieu
Sadly, Huddersfield architect, Tony Mallalieu, died soon after the completion of this high quality project. It is a fitting tribute to him and, as with a number of other Design Award projects, demonstrates that a close relationship between architect and client often results in outstanding developments.
In this case the long experience of the architect combined with the knowledge and understanding of the veterinary team, led by Director, Martin Paterson has resulted in a perfect blend of form and function. The building sits solid and comfortable on the site of derelict garages adjacent to a local recreation area. Inside there has clearly been great effort in combining a huge range of technical and specialised equipment while retaining bright and practical managed spaces.
Donaldson’s Veterinary Hospital, Somerset Road
Architect: Tony Mallalieu
Sadly, Huddersfield architect, Tony Mallalieu, died soon after the completion of this high quality project. It is a fitting tribute to him and, as with a number of other Design Award projects, demonstrates that a close relationship between architect and client often results in outstanding developments.
In this case the long experience of the architect combined with the knowledge and understanding of the veterinary team, led by Director, Martin Paterson has resulted in a perfect blend of form and function. The building sits solid and comfortable on the site of derelict garages adjacent to a local recreation area. Inside there has clearly been great effort in combining a huge range of technical and specialised equipment while retaining bright and practical managed spaces.
Mohammed Sardar of Chaiiwala.
BEST SHOP FRONT
Chaiiwala, 2 Greenhead Road
Huddersfield Civic Society has for many years berated the poor quality of shop fronts, especially within the town centre, but this conversion, just outside the centre, demonstates how the quality of a shop’s frontage is a key in attracting attention and business.
As the name implies, Chaiiwala is a teahouse, serving non-alcoholic drinks and light meals, part of a franchise operation with a number of outlets across the country.
It is set within a late Victorian building on the corner of Greenhead Road and Trinity Street in a Conservation Area that combines fine quality buildings, sometimes marred by poor maintenance. In this case the designers have incorporated relatively plain but sympathetic signage, glazing and related features. The result is stylish and effective and the venue is highly popular, especially among young people.
Chaiiwala, 2 Greenhead Road
Huddersfield Civic Society has for many years berated the poor quality of shop fronts, especially within the town centre, but this conversion, just outside the centre, demonstates how the quality of a shop’s frontage is a key in attracting attention and business.
As the name implies, Chaiiwala is a teahouse, serving non-alcoholic drinks and light meals, part of a franchise operation with a number of outlets across the country.
It is set within a late Victorian building on the corner of Greenhead Road and Trinity Street in a Conservation Area that combines fine quality buildings, sometimes marred by poor maintenance. In this case the designers have incorporated relatively plain but sympathetic signage, glazing and related features. The result is stylish and effective and the venue is highly popular, especially among young people.
BEST NEW BUILD
2 Kew Hill, Lindley Moor
Developer and owner Matt Salisbury created this comfortable, attractive and sustainable home on what was previously the site of a derelict farm outbuilding. On the very edge of Huddersfield with extensive views over the surrounding countryside, the house nestles into the hillside using the slope to define the interior spaces. Internal finishes, especially the joinery have been executed to a high standard and the basement area allows for the provision of energy efficient heat pump technology that help ensure this home provides a functional, comfortable and well-proportioned family home.
2 Kew Hill, Lindley Moor
Developer and owner Matt Salisbury created this comfortable, attractive and sustainable home on what was previously the site of a derelict farm outbuilding. On the very edge of Huddersfield with extensive views over the surrounding countryside, the house nestles into the hillside using the slope to define the interior spaces. Internal finishes, especially the joinery have been executed to a high standard and the basement area allows for the provision of energy efficient heat pump technology that help ensure this home provides a functional, comfortable and well-proportioned family home.
Andrew France, AHR Architects; Robert Sutcliffe, Daily Examiner; Tim Hosker, Acting Director, Estates & Facilities, Huddersfield University.
HUDDERSFIELD DAILY EXAMINER READERS’ AWARD
Barbara Hepworth Building, University of Huddersfield
Architect: AHR Architects
Two years ago the University’s Oastler Building received the Examiner Readers’ Award and it comes as no surprise that the equally distinctive Barbara Hepworth Building has followed in receiving the public’s thumbs up.
Architecture, rather like the work of the sculptor after whom the building is named, often divides opinion. In this case the materials, dramatic cantilever, bold typography and expansive spatial layout, invite a mix of responses.
Nevertheless, it is indubitably a stunning structure that, again, adds a distinctive quality to the attractions of the university campus. It also achieves a high level of environmental sustainability, an important consideration in determining the quality of Design Award nominations.
Barbara Hepworth Building, University of Huddersfield
Architect: AHR Architects
Two years ago the University’s Oastler Building received the Examiner Readers’ Award and it comes as no surprise that the equally distinctive Barbara Hepworth Building has followed in receiving the public’s thumbs up.
Architecture, rather like the work of the sculptor after whom the building is named, often divides opinion. In this case the materials, dramatic cantilever, bold typography and expansive spatial layout, invite a mix of responses.
Nevertheless, it is indubitably a stunning structure that, again, adds a distinctive quality to the attractions of the university campus. It also achieves a high level of environmental sustainability, an important consideration in determining the quality of Design Award nominations.
COMMUNITY AWARD
Queensgate Market Mural
Designed by Kasia Breska
Commissioned by Kirklees Council, this lively and sometimes enigmatic work was painted by Kasia Breska a muralist whose inspiration was the architecture of this remarkable building. As part of the project the artist ran three sets of creative workshops aimed at the ways of perceiving and experiencing the space. As a community space it can be enjoyed purely for the artwork displayed or for relaxation, with even a piano for anyone to play. It is appropriate that this award is being given during the year in which the market celebrates its 50th anniversary. Its future, as many know, is currently subject to some of the proposals embedded in the Council’s Blueprint for the town centre.
Queensgate Market Mural
Designed by Kasia Breska
Commissioned by Kirklees Council, this lively and sometimes enigmatic work was painted by Kasia Breska a muralist whose inspiration was the architecture of this remarkable building. As part of the project the artist ran three sets of creative workshops aimed at the ways of perceiving and experiencing the space. As a community space it can be enjoyed purely for the artwork displayed or for relaxation, with even a piano for anyone to play. It is appropriate that this award is being given during the year in which the market celebrates its 50th anniversary. Its future, as many know, is currently subject to some of the proposals embedded in the Council’s Blueprint for the town centre.
COMMENDATIONS
The high standard of projects nominated resulted in a decision, for the first time, to award commendation certificates to three projects. They are:
A Little of Everything, Morley Lane, Milnsbridge
A takeaway and salad bar carefully and lovingly converted from what were Milnsbridge’s public toilets.
Gate Pier Restoration, Bankfield, 12 Edgerton Road
Edgerton’s Conservation Area is not only important for its grand Victorian houses but also for those details that add to its exceptional heritage value. This repair, though small, demonstrates the importance of such features in the built environment.
Cote Royd Dental Practice – Former Stables Building, Halifax Road
Functional, deceptively simple yet elegant conversion and extension by Fibre Architects to former stables, within the grounds of Cote Royd in Edgerton Conservation Area.
The high standard of projects nominated resulted in a decision, for the first time, to award commendation certificates to three projects. They are:
A Little of Everything, Morley Lane, Milnsbridge
A takeaway and salad bar carefully and lovingly converted from what were Milnsbridge’s public toilets.
Gate Pier Restoration, Bankfield, 12 Edgerton Road
Edgerton’s Conservation Area is not only important for its grand Victorian houses but also for those details that add to its exceptional heritage value. This repair, though small, demonstrates the importance of such features in the built environment.
Cote Royd Dental Practice – Former Stables Building, Halifax Road
Functional, deceptively simple yet elegant conversion and extension by Fibre Architects to former stables, within the grounds of Cote Royd in Edgerton Conservation Area.
Anna Jedrzejczak, owner of A Little of Everything.
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Marie-Christine and Chris Wright and their gate pier restoration.
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John Roberts of Cote Royd Dental Practice, centre, with Michael Owens, left and Martin Booker of Fibre Architects.
HOW TO NOMINATE A BUILDING FOR A DESIGN AWARD
You can nominate as many buildings as you like from each of the following categories:
Best New Development
Best Shop Front
Best Refurbishment
Best Residential Development
The Society will again team up with the Examiner to enable its readers to vote for the development they feel has contributed most towards helping improve the quality and image of the town.
Nominated buildings should fall within the former Huddersfield borough boundary, that is between Outlane and Fixby in the north, Berry Brow and Almondbury in the south, Milnsbridge in the west and Cooper Bridge and Waterloo in the east.
Members are encouraged to submit their nominations between October 1 and December 31 each year.
Please email completed forms to hcsdesignawards@gmail.com
Or post them to John Lockwood, The Barn House, Ashes Lane, Almondbury, Huddersfield HD4 6TE.
A panel will choose the category winners who will receive plaques and an HCS trophy at a town hall ceremony in March. Consideration will be given to the following in determining the winning categories:
Quality of design and materials
Appropriateness to street setting and adjacent property
Functionality
Accessibility
Contribution to environmental sustainability
Quality of landscaping
We hope you will participate in these awards by submitting your nominations using the link, below:
You can nominate as many buildings as you like from each of the following categories:
Best New Development
Best Shop Front
Best Refurbishment
Best Residential Development
The Society will again team up with the Examiner to enable its readers to vote for the development they feel has contributed most towards helping improve the quality and image of the town.
Nominated buildings should fall within the former Huddersfield borough boundary, that is between Outlane and Fixby in the north, Berry Brow and Almondbury in the south, Milnsbridge in the west and Cooper Bridge and Waterloo in the east.
Members are encouraged to submit their nominations between October 1 and December 31 each year.
Please email completed forms to hcsdesignawards@gmail.com
Or post them to John Lockwood, The Barn House, Ashes Lane, Almondbury, Huddersfield HD4 6TE.
A panel will choose the category winners who will receive plaques and an HCS trophy at a town hall ceremony in March. Consideration will be given to the following in determining the winning categories:
Quality of design and materials
Appropriateness to street setting and adjacent property
Functionality
Accessibility
Contribution to environmental sustainability
Quality of landscaping
We hope you will participate in these awards by submitting your nominations using the link, below:
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Residential award: Extended house off Daisy Lea Lane, Lindley
Category winners in 2017 were:
Extended house off Daisy Lea Lane, Lindley (Residential Award)
Westin Drives, St. Andrew's Road (Refurbishment Award)
Graham Cooksey Building, Greenhead College (Best New Building Award)
Oastler Building, University of Huddersfield (Examiner Readers' Award)
Platform Two improvements, Huddersfield Station (Community Award)
The overall winner, the Graham Cooksey Building combines architectural elegance with excellent functionality.
Extended house off Daisy Lea Lane, Lindley (Residential Award)
Westin Drives, St. Andrew's Road (Refurbishment Award)
Graham Cooksey Building, Greenhead College (Best New Building Award)
Oastler Building, University of Huddersfield (Examiner Readers' Award)
Platform Two improvements, Huddersfield Station (Community Award)
The overall winner, the Graham Cooksey Building combines architectural elegance with excellent functionality.
A selection of previous Design Award winners
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