39th Structural Steel Design Award Winners
20 Jun 2007
Judges of the 2007 Structural Steel Design Awards were impressed by the skills and professionalism of the project teams, together with the clients whose vision and determination has been vital.
Judges said yet again there was a marvellous set of short-listed structures, including dramatic footbridges which lift spirits, a museum, an iconic theatre in London and a garden pavilion, all showcasing steelwork’s astonishing versatility and effectiveness.
The winners were presented with their Awards at a ceremony held at Old Billingsgate, London, yesterday (19 June). Judging was by an independent panel appointed by joint sponsors the British Constructional Steelwork Association and Corus
The 2007 Award Winners are:
Newport City Footbridge
| Architect | Grimshaw |  |
| Lead designer and structural engineer | Atkins | |
| Steelwork contractor | Rowecord Engineering Ltd | |
| Main contractor | Alfred McAlpine | |
| Clients | Newport Unlimited and Welsh Assembly Government |
Judges Comment
"The Newport City Footbridge draws inspiration from the city’s historic wharves as the crane-like structure supports a 145m span across the River Usk. The result headlines steel in a big way, and provides a magnificent, iconic landmark in the heart of a regeneration area."
Clyde Arc Bridge, Glasgow
| Architect | Gillespies Architects |  |
| Lead designer & structural engineer | Halcrow | |
| Steelwork contractor | Watson Steel Structures Ltd | |
| Main contractor | Edmund Nuttall | |
| Clients | Glasgow City Council |
Judges Comment
"This landmark structure is thoroughly professional, meets the aspirations of the client and is a major addition to the skyline of Glasgow. The bridge provides strategic access to the Pacific Quay area, and is already a strong catalyst for redevelopment of this once derelict part of the city."
Sheppey Crossing, Isle of Sheppey
| Architect | Yee Associates |  |
| Lead designer | Capita Symonds | |
| Viaduct structural engineer | Cass Hayward LLP | |
| Steelwork contractor | Fairfield-Mabey | |
| Main contractor | Carillion | |
| Clients | Highways Agency and Sheppey Route Limited |
Judges Comment
"The Sheppey Crossing has achieved a solution, which minimises intrusion into the flat landscape. Having solved the primary challenges, the team has then refined the design to its successful conclusion."
Special Award for Composite Steel/Timber Structure:
The Alnwick Garden Pavilion and Visitor Centre, Northumberland
| Architect | Hopkins Architects |  |
| Lead designer and structural engineer | Buro Happold Ltd | |
| Steelwork contractor | S H Structures | |
| Main contractor | Sir Robert McAlpine | |
| Clients | The Alnwick Garden |
Judges Comment
"This is a delicate and sympathetic treatment of the large continuous roofscape, covering a variety of space uses in this hugely popular destination. Steel is a crucial element in the diagrid shell roof areas, and the elegant columns."
Commendations were awarded to Palestra in London; Pont King Morgan, Carmarthen; Royal Air Force Museum, Cosford, and the Bishop’s Bridge Road Bridge, London. A Certificate of Merit was awarded to The Young Vic Theatre, London.
Television and radio presenter Katie Derham presented the awards to the project teams. Judging Panel Chairman David Lazenby CBE, representing the Institution of Civil Engineers, paid tribute to the exciting submissions from around the UK, often reflecting regeneration of our towns and cities.
“We have seen a strong field of bridges, ranging from large road/rail crossing to spectacular footbridges which can do so much to enhance their surroundings,” he said. “The building projects have included an unusual London office block and an impressive museum structure which creates an ambience fitted to its gritty theme, and some ‘little gems’ of small projects which are big in skills if not in scale.”
The SSDA scheme was instituted 39 years ago to recognise the high standards of structural and architectural design attainable in the use of steel and its potential in terms of efficiency, cost effectiveness, aesthetics and innovation. This year’s judge’s citations show these objectives are being met.
Judging Panel Members:Chairman of the Panel:
David Lazenby CBE: representing the Institution of Civil Engineers
Robin Booth; representing the Royal Institute of British Architects
Gerry Hayter; representing the Highways Agency
Joe Locke; representing the Steelwork Contracting Industry
Martin Manning; representing the Institution of Structural Engineers
Chris Nash; representing the Royal Institute of British Architects
About the Structural Steel Design Awards
The Awards aim to promote the innovative use of steel by rewarding outstanding projects to stand as an example to others. They were launched in 1969, are highly regarded and are the longest running awards of their type in the construction industry.
The Awards are run annually and are open to structural steelwork projects both in the UK and overseas, which used steel predominantly sourced from Corus and which employed a UK steelwork contractor in their construction. Projects must have been completed in the two years prior to the year of entry.
For further information please contact:
Gillian Mitchell MBE
Deputy Director General
BCSA
4 Whitehall Court, Westminster
London SW1A 2ES
Tel: 020 7747 8121 (direct line)
Fax: 020 7839 4729 (direct line)
Email: gillian.mitchell@steelconstruction.org
Roger Steeper
Construction Marketing Manager
Corus
PO Box 1
Brigg Road
Scunthorpe DN16 1BP
Tel: 01724 405771
Fax: 01724 404224
Email: roger.steeper@corusgroup.com
Nick Barrett
Barrett Byrd Associates
Tel: 01892 524455
Fax: 01892 524456
Mobile: 07973 325417
Email: nick@barrett-byrd.com
