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Restored Big Ben tower up for architecture award
The £80 million restoration includes a clock mechanism overhaul, original Victorian colors, and a new lift, exemplifying craftsmanship and accessibility, says RIBA president.
- The restoration of London's Elizabeth Tower, known as Big Ben, has been nominated for the 2025 RIBA Stirling Prize, awarded on October 16 at the Roundhouse.
- The nomination follows a five-year, £80 million refurbishment using traditional materials and bespoke craftspeople to repair wartime damage and previous restoration errors.
- Six projects are shortlisted alongside Big Ben, including AstraZeneca's Cambridge Discovery Centre, London College of Fashion's Olympic Park campus, and innovative residential buildings in South London and Sussex.
- Chris Williamson, President of RIBA, highlighted that these projects exemplify how architecture can creatively and thoughtfully tackle some of today’s most pressing issues through flexibility and innovation.
- The award highlights architecture’s role in enriching communities and promoting sustainability through models of conservation, innovation, and inclusive design.
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Big Ben clock tower restoration doubles in cost but wins critical acclaim and is nominated for award
London's 166-year-old Big Ben clock tower has been nominated for Britain's leading architecture award following a five-year refurbishment that restored the iconic structure and was completed in 2022.
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