It is a really good idea to assess buildings after they have been in occupation, rather than a bright shiny new (unused) objects, says Architecture Today Awards judge, Related Argent chair David Partridge.
Architecture Today Awards judge David Partridge, is the chair of Related Argent and a non-executive partner of property developer Argent. Patridge is also the trustee of the UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) and of LandAid.
He shares his view on what makes a building that stands the test of time.Â
What attracted you to be a judge at Architecture Today Awards?
I think that it is a really good idea to assess buildings after they have been in occupation, rather than a bright shiny new (unused) objects.
What qualities will you be looking out for – what will make a project stand out to you?
Those which have worked both technically and socially – they need to be successful as places that are lived in.
What do you hope will be taken away from the live presentation and judging process?
An understanding about how the on-going life of a building can be affected both by initial design decisions and subsequent usage.
What building would you most like to see among the entries?
Anything by Argent. Not because I think that we will win anything, but because I would truly like to see how well they have stood up to the test of time!
Find out more about the Architecture Today Awards and how to enter by visiting the Architecture Today Awards portal.
