Seven projects make architectural awards shortlist
The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) said the shortlisted projects were "inspiring, sustainable places in which to live, work, learn and play".
Other contenders for the RIBA Yorkshire Awards 2025 include an interactive gallery in North Yorkshire and a purpose-built facility for young people in Leeds.
The winning projects will be announced in spring.
RIBA Yorkshire jury chair, Gayle Appleyard, director of Gagarin Studio, said: "The Yorkshire region is home to a wonderful mix of people across cities, towns and rural communities, so it's encouraging to see such diversity reflected in this year's shortlist."
All the projects shortlisted for RIBA Awards will be visited by a regional jury, ahead of the announcement of the regional winners.
Those selected will then be considered for several special awards, including the RIBA Sustainability Award and RIBA Building of the Year, and subsequently put forward for the highly coveted RIBA National Award, which will be announced in the summer.
The shortlist for the RIBA Stirling Prize – the UK's best new building – will be drawn from the RIBA National award-winning projects and announced in September, with the winner announced in October.
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