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RIDBA announces shortlist for the RIDBA Building Awards 2017
RIDBA ( The Rural and Industrial Design and Building Association ) launched the RIDBA Building Awards in September 2016 to showcase the best in rural and industrial buildings and after receiving a record number of entries , RIDBA is delighted to announce the shortlist to the industry .
T he re-vamped FAB Awards is now in its third year and superbly demonstrates the diversity of skills of our members , from schools and offices to cattle buildings and stables . As such , RIDBA has divided the entries across seven categories : Cattle , Commercial , Education and Research , Equestrian , Production and Process , Recreation and Leisure , and Storage .
“ Congratulations to the shortlisted companies who have demonstrated their commitment to high standards and quality ”
The judging panel consisted of industry experts including David Collier ( David Collier Rural Planning ), Niresh Somlie ( BM Trada ), Martin Heywood ( RIDBA Technical Consultant ) and Andrew Brown ( Visit our Farm ). The judges were very impressed by the high level of technical excellence demonstrated by RIDBA members delivering successful projects to their clients .
RIDBA is also pleased to announce its media partnership with Farming Monthly for the promotion of the RIDBA Building Awards 2017 providing RIDBA with a unique opportunity to promote the success of its members to the wider industry . RIDBA looks forward to its continued work with Farming Monthly .
Head Judge and RIDBA Technical Consultant , Martin Heywood , said :
“ Congratulations to the shortlisted companies who have demonstrated their commitment to high standards and quality . The judges had a difficult task in choosing the winners and with the support of Farming Monthly , I am sure the RIDBA Building Awards will be a true benchmark for the industry .”
The winners will be revealed at the RIDBA Building Awards Dinner on Friday 17 March featuring a champagne drinks reception and a 3-course dinner . The event will be hosted by popular Countryfile presenter Ellie Harrison at the Radisson Blu hotel in Cardiff .
RIDBA would like to thank its sponsors : Kingspan , Joseph Ash , Filon Products , Metsec and Steadmans .
The finalists for the RIDBA Building Awards 2017 are :
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