Nominations needed for the Huddersfield Civic Society Design Awards 2021
Julie Hester's award-winning house at Kaffir Road, Edgerton, was a winner in the HCS 2020 Design Awards. Photo by Andy Hirst at AH! PR.
t’s the time of year when we invite Huddersfield Civic Society members and the general public to nominate their favourite buildings in our annual Design Awards.
Established in 2012, these prestigious awards have been presented to the very best developments within Huddersfield that have been completed over the past couple of years.
Nominations for the 2020 awards were perhaps limited by a slowing of new development and restoration projects as a result of the pandemic and other factors.
However, we received a range of outstanding projects, including two projects involving local community groups, namely friends of Greenhead Park (Examiner Readers’ Award) and Windrush Garden, Springwood, planned by the Developing African Caribbean Communities group.
The outright winner’s trophy was presented to the University of Huddersfield for its conversion of the former Broadbent’s Bath House, now the Sovereign Design House and Toast House Café at the University of Huddersfield, designed by AHR architects.
Between now and the end of December we hope you will be on the lookout for exemplar projects within the following categories: Best New Build, Best Shop Front, Best Refurbishment, Best Residential Development, Best Commercial Development and Best Community Project.
There is no restriction on the number of nominations you enter and these can easily be submitted to the society by completing a simple form on our website or emailing us the relevant details (see below).
In addition, HCS will again be teaming up with the Huddersfield Examiner so its readers have a chance to vote for the development which 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. Projects must have been completed between July 1, 2019 and December 31, 2021.
Members have until the December 31 2021 to submit their choices. From nominations submitted, judges will choose the winners from each category. The winners will be presented with specially designed slate trophies with an additional trophy awarded to the outright winner in springtime 2022 (the presentation event will be dependent on the situation regarding Covid-19).
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
Contribution to community enhancement
Not only will the awards raise the profile of Huddersfield Civic Society but of the town itself, something that we, as Members of the Society, the Examiner and all its readers are keen to do. We also hope that category winners will be submitted for consideration in the national design awards organised by Civic Voice.
Keep your eyes open for projects that have contributed to Huddersfield’s built environment and let us help raise the profile of those who developed and designed them.
We look forward to receiving your nominations.
Simply download the attached form, fill it in on screen and email it back to hcsdesignawards@gmail.com
Established in 2012, these prestigious awards have been presented to the very best developments within Huddersfield that have been completed over the past couple of years.
Nominations for the 2020 awards were perhaps limited by a slowing of new development and restoration projects as a result of the pandemic and other factors.
However, we received a range of outstanding projects, including two projects involving local community groups, namely friends of Greenhead Park (Examiner Readers’ Award) and Windrush Garden, Springwood, planned by the Developing African Caribbean Communities group.
The outright winner’s trophy was presented to the University of Huddersfield for its conversion of the former Broadbent’s Bath House, now the Sovereign Design House and Toast House Café at the University of Huddersfield, designed by AHR architects.
Between now and the end of December we hope you will be on the lookout for exemplar projects within the following categories: Best New Build, Best Shop Front, Best Refurbishment, Best Residential Development, Best Commercial Development and Best Community Project.
There is no restriction on the number of nominations you enter and these can easily be submitted to the society by completing a simple form on our website or emailing us the relevant details (see below).
In addition, HCS will again be teaming up with the Huddersfield Examiner so its readers have a chance to vote for the development which 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. Projects must have been completed between July 1, 2019 and December 31, 2021.
Members have until the December 31 2021 to submit their choices. From nominations submitted, judges will choose the winners from each category. The winners will be presented with specially designed slate trophies with an additional trophy awarded to the outright winner in springtime 2022 (the presentation event will be dependent on the situation regarding Covid-19).
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
Contribution to community enhancement
Not only will the awards raise the profile of Huddersfield Civic Society but of the town itself, something that we, as Members of the Society, the Examiner and all its readers are keen to do. We also hope that category winners will be submitted for consideration in the national design awards organised by Civic Voice.
Keep your eyes open for projects that have contributed to Huddersfield’s built environment and let us help raise the profile of those who developed and designed them.
We look forward to receiving your nominations.
Simply download the attached form, fill it in on screen and email it back to hcsdesignawards@gmail.com
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The renovated Bath House now known as Sovereign Design House on Queen Street South, Huddersfield. Photo by Andy Hirst from AH! PR.
Amazing designs that have transformed Huddersfield buildings from tragedies into triumphs
The oldest farm shop in the UK that suffered a devastating fire and a former shower block transformed into a chic café are two of the winners in the Huddersfield design awards.
Another victor in the awards run by Huddersfield Civic Society was a large detached house that had also been destroyed by fire and has now been transformed into a unique 6-bedroomed family home.
The annual awards throw the spotlight on the best designs in Huddersfield and other winners were a memorial garden for the Windrush generation from Caribbean countries and artwork in the town’s Victorian Greenhead Park.
The Best Refurbishment and Overall Winner awards went to the University of Huddersfield for the stunning way it has transformed a derelict bath house on the site of an old foundry into a café and art gallery.
The oldest farm shop in the UK that suffered a devastating fire and a former shower block transformed into a chic café are two of the winners in the Huddersfield design awards.
Another victor in the awards run by Huddersfield Civic Society was a large detached house that had also been destroyed by fire and has now been transformed into a unique 6-bedroomed family home.
The annual awards throw the spotlight on the best designs in Huddersfield and other winners were a memorial garden for the Windrush generation from Caribbean countries and artwork in the town’s Victorian Greenhead Park.
The Best Refurbishment and Overall Winner awards went to the University of Huddersfield for the stunning way it has transformed a derelict bath house on the site of an old foundry into a café and art gallery.
The original showers inside the renovated Bath House which is now Sovereign Design House on Queen Street South, Huddersfield. Photo by AHR Architects.
Broadbent’s engineering company had sold some of its site on Queen Street South to the university and part of it featured a derelict bath house which had been originally designed by architects Abbey Hanson Rowe in 1954 and the Huddersfield-based practice – now simply known as AHR – returned to turn it into something spectacular. It’s one of the very few buildings in Huddersfield to have a roof terrace and the café will be open to the public from Monday, September 20.
The bath house is a Grade II listed building as it’s thought to be the only remaining purpose-built bath house for foundry workers in the UK. AHR have included the old showers, soap holders and walls into the design along with original lockers to capture its history.
The bath house is a Grade II listed building as it’s thought to be the only remaining purpose-built bath house for foundry workers in the UK. AHR have included the old showers, soap holders and walls into the design along with original lockers to capture its history.
A floor has been removed to allow light to flood into the building which is ideal to hire for functions. Now called Sovereign Design House, it’s right next to the university’s imposing Barbara Hepworth Building.
AHR director Andrew France said: “One of the key challenges to overcome was the severely dilapidated state of the building which had been unoccupied for 10 years. The building was in a very poor state of repair with water ingress, a partially collapsed roof, vermin issues and general vandalism.
“We worked to restore many of the building’s authentic properties including its roof terrace and sun lounge with the use of local stone another distinguishing feature.”
AHR director Andrew France said: “One of the key challenges to overcome was the severely dilapidated state of the building which had been unoccupied for 10 years. The building was in a very poor state of repair with water ingress, a partially collapsed roof, vermin issues and general vandalism.
“We worked to restore many of the building’s authentic properties including its roof terrace and sun lounge with the use of local stone another distinguishing feature.”
Huddersfield Civic Society president Bernard Ainsworth presents awards for Sovereign Design House to architect Andrew France (left) and University of Huddersfield Vice Chancellor Bob Cryan. Photo by Andy Hirst from AH! PR.
The outside seating area at Hinchliffe's Farm Shop in Netherton, Huddersfield.
Hinchliffe’s Farm Shop at Netherton has literally risen from the ashes to scoop the Best Commercial Award.
The shop dates back to the 1960s and is thought to be the oldest farm shop in the UK but was destroyed by a fire in July 2010 caused by an electrical fault. The shop relocated to large temporary accommodation on the same site while planning permission was sought for a new building and then it had to be constructed.
The judges describe it as “a functional yet visually pleasing development that integrates well into its surroundings with the use of natural dry-stone walling and timber.”
The shop dates back to the 1960s and is thought to be the oldest farm shop in the UK but was destroyed by a fire in July 2010 caused by an electrical fault. The shop relocated to large temporary accommodation on the same site while planning permission was sought for a new building and then it had to be constructed.
The judges describe it as “a functional yet visually pleasing development that integrates well into its surroundings with the use of natural dry-stone walling and timber.”
Partner Simon Hirst said: “The old farm shop was in what was originally a poultry shed so it had its limitations. What we have now is a palace by comparison.”
At the moment the shop has a large marquee at the front where people can sit out and dine under heaters. That will be replaced with a permanent roof in the coming months but still open so people can admire the view.
Simon added: “Covid has got people used to dining outside and I think that’s something that will stay. We make it really comfortable with powerful overhead heaters so people can sit out in all weathers.”
The shop could still expand further if needed and there is also planning permission for a gastro pub on the site.
The original farm shop was set up by Simon’s grandad, Charlie Hinchliffe, who formed it in around 1970 after people kept calling at his poultry farm to buy fresh eggs. He died in July 2019 aged 95.
Inside the new Hinchliffe's Farm Shop at Netherton, Huddersfield. Photo by Andy Hirst at AH! PR.
The Best Residential Award went to another property that was gutted by fire and has now been transformed into a stunning 6-bedroomed house on Kaffir Road in Edgerton.
It’s owned by Huddersfield-born Julie Hester who has returned to her roots after living in the Caribbean for a decade and she has made the most of the space for herself and her four grown-up sons.
It’s owned by Huddersfield-born Julie Hester who has returned to her roots after living in the Caribbean for a decade and she has made the most of the space for herself and her four grown-up sons.
Julie Hester's award-winning house at Kaffir Road, Edgerton. Photo by Andy Hirst at AH! PR.
Each bedroom is huge and comes with its own en-suite or dressing room and all the walls are white to reflect the light with oak doors to keep it traditional. It’s still the original building on the outside but has been sandblasted and repointed.
It’s known as an Arts and Crafts house due to its asymmetrical roofs, distinctive form and structure and was a very challenging restoration project.
The house was once owned by the late Huddersfield athlete Derek Ibbotson who held the world record for running a mile in 3 minutes and 57.2 seconds in July 1957 and was a bronze medallist in the 5,000m at the Melbourne Olympics in 1956.
The architects on the project were Huddersfield-based Acumen. The photos below show the house fire damaged and then the same hallway repaired and also Julie Hester with Acumen architect Jeremy Child (centre) and architectural assistant James Fearnley.
It’s known as an Arts and Crafts house due to its asymmetrical roofs, distinctive form and structure and was a very challenging restoration project.
The house was once owned by the late Huddersfield athlete Derek Ibbotson who held the world record for running a mile in 3 minutes and 57.2 seconds in July 1957 and was a bronze medallist in the 5,000m at the Melbourne Olympics in 1956.
The architects on the project were Huddersfield-based Acumen. The photos below show the house fire damaged and then the same hallway repaired and also Julie Hester with Acumen architect Jeremy Child (centre) and architectural assistant James Fearnley.
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Huddersfield Civic Society chairman David Wyles (second right) with Huddersfield’s (from left) Hermin Crewe, Gloria Nurse, Eugena Heys, Denzil Nurse, Natalie Pinnock-Hamilton and Portia Roberts-Popham. Photo by Andy Hirst at AH! PR.
The Community Award has gone to the Windrush Anniversary Garden in Springwood developed by Huddersfield’s Building African Caribbean Communities group.
The judges said: “This scheme has transformed a formerly unloved patch of ground surrounding a railway tunnel air vent into a colourful and relaxing area with seating that is clearly popular with local residents.”
The project was inspired by 77-year-old Denzil Nurse from Salendine Nook who was determined the Windrush generation should be remembered.
The judges said: “This scheme has transformed a formerly unloved patch of ground surrounding a railway tunnel air vent into a colourful and relaxing area with seating that is clearly popular with local residents.”
The project was inspired by 77-year-old Denzil Nurse from Salendine Nook who was determined the Windrush generation should be remembered.
The Windrush Anniversary Garden in Springwood near Huddersfield town centre. Photo by Andy Hirst at AH! PR.
He said many immigrants from African Caribbean countries settled first in the Springwood area of Huddersfield which made this the ideal setting for the memorial.
Denzil arrived in Huddersfield in 1962 and was a psychiatric nurse for many years before going into community development work.
He said: “In the 1950s and 60s the seats in this area next to the air vent were known as the Houses of Parliament as this is where these Windrush pioneers sat, talked and set the world to rights. I wanted this anniversary garden to be their legacy.”
Denzil arrived in Huddersfield in 1962 and was a psychiatric nurse for many years before going into community development work.
He said: “In the 1950s and 60s the seats in this area next to the air vent were known as the Houses of Parliament as this is where these Windrush pioneers sat, talked and set the world to rights. I wanted this anniversary garden to be their legacy.”
The Windrush generation refers to people arriving in the UK between 1948 and 1971 from Caribbean countries and the name comes from the ship MV Empire Windrush which docked in Tilbury, Essex, in 1948 bringing workers from Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago and other islands, to help fill post-war UK labour shortages.
The Windrush scandal, which broke in April 2018, saw the UK government apologise for deportation threats made to some of the Windrush generation children.
Despite living and working in the UK for decades, many were told they were here illegally because of a lack of official paperwork. The Home Office kept no record of those granted leave to remain and issued no paperwork making it difficult for Windrush arrivals to prove their legal status.
In 2010, it even destroyed landing cards belonging to Windrush migrants.
The final award, the Examiner Readers’ Award has gone to the Friends of Greenhead Park (FoGP) for the lakeside arbour which now features new murals painted by artist and FoGP member Helen Williamson.
The Windrush scandal, which broke in April 2018, saw the UK government apologise for deportation threats made to some of the Windrush generation children.
Despite living and working in the UK for decades, many were told they were here illegally because of a lack of official paperwork. The Home Office kept no record of those granted leave to remain and issued no paperwork making it difficult for Windrush arrivals to prove their legal status.
In 2010, it even destroyed landing cards belonging to Windrush migrants.
The final award, the Examiner Readers’ Award has gone to the Friends of Greenhead Park (FoGP) for the lakeside arbour which now features new murals painted by artist and FoGP member Helen Williamson.
Artwork by Helen Williamson in the arbour at Greenhead Park. Photo by Andy Hirst at AH! PR.
Examiner reporter Robert Sutcliffe (fourth left) with Friends of Greenhead Park members at the arbour in the park which has won the Examiner Award for its artwork.
The Huddersfield Civic Society judges also recognised “the tremendous efforts made by the Friends in supporting the hard work carried out by the park’s gardening team in maintaining the herbaceous borders, a delight for those who regularly visit the park.”
NOMINATE A BUILDING FOR OUR 2020 DESIGN AWARD
Following the success of our 2010 Design Awards, nominations are now sought for 2020 with a deadline of December 31. As many buildings as you like can be nominated from each of the following categories:
Best new build Best shop front
Best refurbishment Best residential project
Best commercial project Best community project
Details of how to enter may be found below the report of the 2019 awards.
Following the success of our 2010 Design Awards, nominations are now sought for 2020 with a deadline of December 31. As many buildings as you like can be nominated from each of the following categories:
Best new build Best shop front
Best refurbishment Best residential project
Best commercial project Best community project
Details of how to enter may be found below the report of the 2019 awards.
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.
Owners Matt and Joanne Salisbury flanked by joiner Nigel Watson and landscaper Chris Rees
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 THE 2020 DESIGN AWARD
You can nominate as many buildings as you like from each of the following categories:
Best new build
Best shop front
Best refurbishment
Best residential project
Best commercial project
Best community project
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.
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
Contribution to community enhancement
Members have until December 31 to submit their nominations.
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 build
Best shop front
Best refurbishment
Best residential project
Best commercial project
Best community project
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.
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
Contribution to community enhancement
Members have until December 31 to submit their nominations.
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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