LABC Building Excellence Awards 2023 winner: Best High Volume New Housing Development

More than 900 leading construction industry figures attended the LABC Building Excellence Awards at The Grosvenor House Hotel, London to celebrate best practice, quality, and exemplary standards in construction.

The LABC Building Excellence Awards focus on professional skills and competence, as well as exemplar projects with categories for ‘People’ and ‘Places.’

A panel of industry experts judged a selection of the highest quality projects, professionals, and teams from around England and Wales to showcase solutions to complex technical or construction issues, site constraints and technical innovation. The awards highlight the vital contribution public sector building control teams make as part of the project team, ensuring safe, sustainable, and high-quality construction projects.

LABC is delighted to announce that the WINNER of Best High Volume New Housing Development is The Green, Devon

Set in Exeter, Devon, The Green is an eco-friendly development comprising of 80 high-quality homes and extending the legacy of Holland Park developments by Heritage Homes. The design seamlessly blends modern aesthetics with traditional building materials, harmonising with the local architecture. Beyond style, Heritage Homes prioritises substance by infusing the latest eco-credentials into these residences, ensuring they are A-rated homes.

The LABC public service building control team at Exeter City Council exceeded expectations in supporting the team throughout the design and construction of The Green. Their demonstration of knowledge and professionalism was evident in their openness to discuss specific on-site matters. They exhibited considerable expertise in addressing various issues and provided guidance to ensure the team achieved compliance with building regulations as required.

Congratulating the whole team on their success, Lorna Stimpson, LABC Chief Executive said: