BALI AWARDS
The project aimed to transform the ageing , corporate and rectilinear former square into an accessible , natural city park with sweeping curves and a four-fold increase in green space . A bespoke and unique pallet of materials was used across the scheme , quite different to any other public realm in the UK . Over 3,000 individual pieces of CNC cut terrazzo form the sweeping amphitheatre , cascading water feature and raised planters .
From start to finish , placemaking was at the very heart of the project . Throughout the construction period , Maylim ’ s interaction and collaboration with local communities and businesses surrounding Exchange Square
extended the positive impacts of the scheme , providing opportunities for rest and relaxation amidst the bustle of city life .
Chair of the Judging Panel John Melmoe concluded : “ The repurposing and reusing of existing materials on this project has reduced the environmental impact and financial costs of the new scheme and must surely be a sustainable way forward for future public realm projects .”
Lifetime Achievement
The Association is currently celebrating its 50th Anniversary , and in recognition of the progress the Association has made in this time , the Board of Directors wished to recognise an individual who was instrumental in its founding , with the Associations first ever Lifetime Achievement Award .
Nigel Bowcock , National Chair announced the first Lifetime Achievement Award was being presented to Jeffrey Bernhard OBE . Jeffrey was a founding member of the Association in 1972 , and the first National Chair . He , along with the support of others , gave thousands of hours of their own time , alongside their business and personal commitments to establish the Association as a trade body representing the best interests of the whole industry .
Grand Award Winner Maylim
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