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RIDBA Building Awards 2017: Shortlist
The judges were very impressed by the high level of technical excellence demonstrated by RIDBA members delivering successful projects to their clients.
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IDBA( 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.
The revamped 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.
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 TV presenter and wildlife expert Kate Humble at the Radisson Blu hotel in Cardiff.
RIDBA would like to thank its sponsors: Kingspan, Marley Eternit, Joseph Ash, Filon Products, Metsec and Steadmans.
Lilburn Estates
Company: Glendale Engineering Location: Wooler, Northumberland Completion date: November 2015 Description: Two cattle sheds
Middleton of Rora
Company: Shand Building Design Location: Peterhead, Aberdeenshire Completion date: August 2015 Description: Robotic Dairy Shed
The Old Stackyard
Company: Paul Huxley Construction Location: Llansaintffraid, Powys Completion date: November 2016 Description: Cattle holding shed Other RIDBA members involved: Cembrit, Thomas Panels & Profiles
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