Six projects have been shortlisted for the Royal Society of Architects in Wales (RSAW) Welsh Architecture Awards 2026. The shortlisted projects are Alma House by Benham Architects, Iorwerth Jones by Pentan Architects, Pantybara by Rural Office, Porthmadog House by Strom Architects, Severn View Park by Pentan Architects, and St Beuno’s Jesuit Spirituality Centre, East Wing by Chambers Conservation Limited. The projects include the revival of a traditional Welsh farmstead, a development of 20 new council homes, and a care home for individuals with dementia.
Martin Hall, Director, Hall+ Bednarczyk and RSAW Jury Chair, said: โCovering the length and breadth of Wales, the shortlisted projects exemplify the talent shown by their architects and construction teams. Whether solving important social needs in elder care and housing with high standards and compassion, responding creatively to historic buildings, or showing virtuosity in the design of one-off dwellings, the six shortlisted buildings are a credit to the nationโs building culture.โ
All projects shortlisted for Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Awards will be visited by a regional jury, and the winning projects will be announced later this spring. The winners will then be considered for several special awards, including the RSAW Sustainability Award and RSAW Building of the Year, before being considered for a highly coveted RIBA National Award, which will be announced in summer. The shortlist for the RIBA Stirling Prize โ the UKโs best new building โ will be drawn from the RIBA National Award-winning projects and announced in September. The Stirling Prize winner will be announced in October.
Image Courtesy: James Silverman, RIBA
