The 2008 shortlist for the Andrew Doolan Best Building in Scotland Award, which is given by the Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland, has been announced.
Out of a total of 29 submissions, 11 have been shortlisted, including restoration projects, public and private sector developments, and social and private housing projects.
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Quartermile development, Edinburgh, by Foster & Partners
Linda Fabiani, Scotland’s minister for Europe, external affairs & culture, said: “The RIAS’ Andrew Doolan Award promotes excellence in Scottish architectural design, something about which the Scottish government feels very strongly.
“Our increased level of support this year means there will be an exhibition of the shortlisted entries touring Scotland. This will encourage public interest and debate, and show how good architecture can improve our wellbeing.”
The judging panel is Arnie Dunn, RIAS president, Marjorie Appleton, Andy Burrell, and Alan Jones, senior teaching fellow and director of education at Space, Queen's University, Belfast.
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Tigh Na Dobhran (single family dwelling), Argyll, by Studio KAP
Linda Fabiani will announce the winner at the Scottish Parliament building on November 7.
Andrew Doolan Best Building in Scotland Award shortlist:
Tigh Na Dobhran (single family dwelling), Argyll, by Studio KAP
Dawyck Gateway visitor centre, Dawyck, by Simpson & Brown Architects
Todlaw supported housing, Duns, by Oliver Chapman Architects
Quartermile development, Edinburgh, by Foster & Partners
Telford Drive (housing development), Edinburgh, by GM & AD Architects
Potterrow, Edinburgh, by Bennetts Associates
Castlemilk House stable block, Glasgow, by Elder & Cannon Architects
Jordanhill School new teaching block, Glasgow, by Elder & Cannon Architects
Heart of Hawick, Hawick, by Gray, Marshall & Associates;
Culloden battlefield visitor centre, Inverness, by Gareth Hoskins Architects
Eden Court Theatre (refurbishment), Inverness, by Page & Park.