The Housing Design Awards are run by a partnership of professional Institutes, government bodies and private sector organisations, and have developed from awards for public housing originally set up in 1947 by then Minister of Health Aneurin Bevan.
Entering the Housing Design Awards
Awards are made at two stages; for projects of great potential where the scheme has detailed planning permission but is not yet finished and occupied; and for completed schemes of outstanding merit.
Developments may consist of private or public sector new build, conversion or renovation schemes in England, provided they are of four or more dwellings. Schemes including non-residential uses may be entered provided housing constitutes a major element.
Judging is carried out by an Awards committee, including the Chair of the sponsorship committee and representatives of each of the promoters. They consider:
- relationship to surroundings and neighbourhood
- response to site constraints and opportunities
- layout, grouping and landscaping
- planning of roads and footpaths
- handling of garages and car parking
- attention to safety, security and accessibility
- external appearance and internal planning
- sustainability in construction
- finishes, detailing and workmanship
2012 Awards
Entry submissions for 2012 are now closed.
Shortlisted schemes will be announced shortly on the Housing Design Awards website. If you are eligible, a representative will be invited to the awards ceremony on 20 June 2012.
2011 Award Winners
The 2011 Housing Design Awards were presented on 14 July 2011 at Portcullis House, London and was a great success for all those involved.
Details of the winning schemes for 2011.
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