The winning design by McDowell+Benedetti is innovative and highly sustainable in both servicing and construction.

A key requirement was for the building to be environmentally sustainable and energy efficient. The client wanted a landmark building to attract and promote young innovative new businesses.

The building creates intimate flexible spaces conducive to how small businesses operate. It is orientated on a north/south axis to maximise daylight through a central atrium which opens up two rows of offices on two floors.

The result is an exemplar sustainable building model, which could be repeated in other locations with minimum modification.

Awards

• RIBA 2005 White Rose Award for Sustainability
• RTPI Regional Innovative and Sustainability Award
• The Journal Landmark Environment Award
• RICS Pro Yorkshire Design and Innovation Award