Union Terrace Gardens in Aberdeen Wins Scotland's Best Building Award for 2025
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Starr Charles
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Summary
Union Terrace Gardens in Aberdeen, a public park renewed by architecture studios Stallan-Brand and LDA Design, has won the prestigious Andrew Doolan Best Building in Scotland award for 2025. The Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) praised the project for transforming the neglected Victorian garden into a safe, accessible, and vibrant public space that serves as a "living room for the city." The award recognizes exceptional architectural achievement in Scotland and comes with a £25,000 prize.
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Union Terrace Gardens, the project was praised by the Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) for transforming the neglected Victorian garden in Aberdeen into a 'safe, accessible, and vibrant public space.'
The award recognizes exceptional architectural achievement in Scotland and comes with a £25,000 prize.
The project serves as a 'living room for the city,' creating a welcoming space for residents and visitors alike.
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