THE STRUCTURAL AWARDS 2019
WINNING PROJECTS REPRESENT SUPREME GLOBAL ENGINEERING FEATS The Ins tu on of Structural Engineers (IStructE) announced the winners of The Structural Awards 2019 during a gli ering black- e event held at The Brewery, London, UK, in November last year. The winners were chosen from a shortlist of 49 pioneering global projects in 12 categories, celebra ng the ingenuity and exper se of the engineers behind them. A diverse range of structures was recognised across 12 categories. The entries underlined the crea vity of Structural Engineers and their ability to harness digital tools to design structurally efficient buildings. The winning projects showcase cu ng-edge examples of innova ve engineering solu ons. The New To enham Hotspur Stadium, UK, received the 2019 Supreme Award for Structural Engineering Excellence. The coveted accolade is presented to the year’s finest example of Structural Engineering design. The judging panel, made up of a dis nguished group of industry experts, were unanimous in their view about the cable-net roof structure, which is a vital feature of this redevelopment project. The judges were impressed by the ingenuity shown by the structural designers in dealing with very challenging constraints and requirements. They added that the a en on to detail throughout is exemplary and is an excellent showcase for the structural engineer’s art. Structural innova on is evident in the sliding pitch, vast open concourses and an almost impossibly light roof. They felt that the sheer elegance of structural form, lighttouch use of resource, and outstanding detailing evident in key connec ons all pointed to design worthy of the 2019 Supreme Award.
The Structural Awards The Structural Awards are the world’s foremost celebraon of Structural Engineers as innova ve, crea ve design professionals and the guardians of public safety. For over 50 years, the Structural Awards have showcased the world’s most cu ng-edge engineering achievements. Past winners include iconic structures such as the Sydney Opera House, the Pompidou Centre and the Severn Bridge. All entries are reviewed by a panel of world renowned judges who are truly passionate about structural engineers’ contribu on to society as design professionals.
The Ins tu on of Structural Engineers The Ins u on of Structural Engineers (IStructE) is the world’s largest membership organisa on dedicated to Structural Engineering. IStructE leads and supports the development of Structural Engineering worldwide, in order to secure a safe and resilient built environment for all.
Chair of the judges, Professor Tim Ibell, commented, “Many congratula ons to all the winners and thanks to those who entered the awards. Each year, the quality of the projects keeps ge ng be er. This year, we saw some excellent examples of the exploita on of digital tools, geometry, choice of materials to improve and enhance structural behaviour and, most importantly, the carbon footprint”. He con nued, “Keeping in mind the current climate crisis; we must pledge to build structures which are kind to the environment. Reuse and refurbishment should be our adopted mantra. With the net zero carbon target in sight, we wholeheartedly support the Structural Engineer’s Declara on which encourages companies and us to change the way we work”. Now in its 52nd year, these pres gious awards celebrate the world’s most outstanding achievements and demonstrate the diversity of structural engineering, recognising excellence, crea vity and innova on, as well as sustainability, economic viability and value for money.
New To enham Hotspur Stadium, London, UK, Winner of the 2019 Supreme Award for Structural Excellence and the Award for Long Span Structures. Engineer: BuroHappold Engineering and Schlaich Bergermann Partner. Images by Hu on+Crow. THE SINGAPORE ENGINEER January 2020
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