UKGBC commends Goldsmith Street winning RIBA Stirling Prize

The UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) has today reacted to Goldsmith Street in Norwich picking up the prestigious 2019 RIBA Stirling Prize.
Goldsmith Street, Norwich winner of Riba Stirling Prize

John Alker, Director of Policy and Places at UKGBC said:

“Norwich City Council has shown incredible vision and leadership with Goldsmith Street and has set a very strong example for others to follow. This local authority has proved that by investing in great design, it is possible to create a development that reaps the rewards of a holistic approach that prioritises both the environment and the needs of the local community.

“Goldsmith Street demonstrates that social housing can and should be great quality and highly sustainable – there is clearly a strong business case for it.

“As more and more local authorities step up and declare a climate emergency, it is clear to many that the climate crisis requires a comprehensive response. This project shows that we can step up to the climate challenge and address it in a way that benefits everyone.”

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More information on Goldsmith Street is available on RIBA’s website here.

Credit to Tim-Crocker for the use of the image.

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