Welcome to York Design Awards 2012

The York Design Awards now enter their 6th Year and the search for York's best designed new buildings, spaces and conservation projects is on again.

The aim of the Awards is to encourage and promote excellence in design and conservation, striving for the highest standards which will delight present and future generations.

These prestigious Awards are open to all developments within the City of York Council boundary, normally completed between 1st January 2009 and 31st December 2011.

Please Note
Schemes previously submitted cannot be re-entered.

“These awards are so important for the city. They help reinforce the message that good design, and good conservation, is vital to keep York special.”  Professor Robert Adam (2011)

Sponsorship News
The principal sponsor for the 2011 York Design Awards will be S. Harrison Developments Ltd.

“It is vital that we preserve the fine architecture of the city and add to it with new buildings that respect York's rich architectural heritage. As responsible developers, we are wholeheartedly committed to this philosophy. The York Design Awards plays a key role in maintaining the quality of our built environment and we are delighted to support them.”  Martyn Harrison, Chairman, S Harrison Developments Ltd.