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Arup and Knight Architects lead Belfast bridge design
Belfast City Council has appointed an integrated design team to develop the concept and feasibility for the new Sailortown Bridge. The project combines urban regeneration with active travel infrastructure and involves leading engineering and architectural firms.
Built Confidence
The building and architecture sector is navigating a period of renewed assurance, shaped by investment, design leadership and long-term thinking. This edition reflects how the built environment is responding to evolving economic, technological and urban priorities. Looking back to 2025, 'Little Black Box Collective Wins Building of the Year – Office (Small) at Building & Architect of the Year Awards 2025' reinforces the importance of design quality and thoughtful execution. As the 2026 awards approach, companies are expected to deliver measurable impact, technological integration, and leadership in building and architecture industry. Meanwhile, 'Quest Software expands AI engineering hub in Cork' sits within a year where excellence and future-focused development were firmly in focus across the sector. The expansion signals the wider role of high-quality buildings in supporting innovation, talent attraction and sustainable urban growth. Lastly, 'Nabni Developments breaks ground on new luxury residential project in Dubai' highlights continued confidence in ambitious residential development. The project reflects how design, location and long-term value remain central to investment decisions in global markets. Together, these stories frame a sector defined by confidence, creativity and a clear sense of direction for the future.
Nabni Developments breaks ground on new luxury residential project in Dubai
Nabni Developments has started construction on Nabni Avenue 7 in Dubai’s Al Furjan district, a premium 12-storey residential development. The project features 166 luxury units, smart home integration, lifestyle amenities, and AED 800 million total investment.
Walker & Dunlop facilitates Manhattan office conversion into luxury residences
Walker & Dunlop arranged $778.6 million (€718.5 million) financing for the office-to-residential conversion of 111 Wall Street in Manhattan that transforms 24-story office tower into 1,568 luxury rental units with extensive amenities.
Ericsson moves Athlone operations to modern purpose-built offices
Ericsson is relocating its Athlone operations to a new purpose-built facility at the IDA Business and Technology Park in Garrycastle. The €200 million investment will create a modern, sustainable, and efficient workspace for 1,300 employees.
Designer Group expands modular manufacturing capability in Meath
Designer Group has launched a new €10 million modular manufacturing facility in Kells, Co. Meath, Ireland. The 4,000sqm workshop will scale operations and support up to 75 roles, strengthening modular solutions for energy, data centre, and pharma sectors.
Quest Software expands AI engineering hub in Cork
Quest Software has opened a new Centre for Advanced AI Architecture in Cork, Ireland, supporting AI adoption through R&D, engineering and collaboration with local universities. The expansion is expected to generate around 100 new roles over time.
Little Black Box Collective Wins Building of the Year – Office (Small) at Building & Architect of the Year Awards 2025
After Little Black Box Collective was recognised for its Dublin 8 Workspace at the 2025 Building & Architect of the Year Awards, their achievement sets a benchmark for sustainable and human-centred office design as the industry looks ahead to 2026.
Built Vision
The building and architecture sector is entering a period defined by design ambition, strategic expansion, and renewed investment in the built environment. This edition highlights initiatives that demonstrate how organisations are adapting to evolving demands in urban development and architectural quality. Earlier this year, 'COHN wins Building of the Year - Retail at Building & Architect of the Year Awards 2025’ underscores how thoughtful design continues to elevate commercial spaces. That recognition reinforces the momentum driving architectural excellence as the 2026 awards approach. In addition, 'Gilbert-Ash opens new Dublin headquarters to expand Irish operations’ highlights a strategic investment that strengthens the firm’s presence in a key market. The move signals confidence in Ireland’s construction pipeline and the opportunities it presents. Lastly, 'Reclaims Global to acquire Serangoon Road property for redevelopment’ reflects the growing emphasis on revitalising high-potential urban sites. The acquisition showcases how global developers are responding to shifting needs in city planning and mixed-use environments. These stories illustrate a sector embracing design leadership, strategic expansion, and transformative development. Organisations advancing these principles are positioned to shape resilient, future-focused built environments.
COHN wins Building of the Year - Retail at Building & Architect of the Year Awards 2025
After COHN was recognised for the Armatile Dublin Design Centre at the 2025 Building & Architect of the Year Awards earlier this year, their achievement sets a benchmark for innovation and design excellence as the industry looks ahead to 2026.
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