For nearly thirty years, the Norfolk Association of Architects has made awards in recognition of high quality construction and craftsmanship achieved in building and restoration work
throughout the county. The entries were judged by a panel comprising two architects, a builder and the acting Head of Construction at Norwich City College. The awards are presented first of all to the foreman in charge of the work and the craftspeople involved, and secondly to the builder, the building owner and the designer who are all part of the building team.

David Thompson, President of the Norfolk Association of Architects, said "More and more buildings are being constructed in ways that eliminate the need for craftsmanship, and there is a danger that these skills could disappear. Norfolk, though, is rightly recognised as having a reputation for top quality building work. Our aim in making these awards is to help maintain local awareness of, and demand for, this high quality skills base by recognising, encouraging and rewarding the very best workmanship"

Nineteen schemes received awards or commendations in various categories - residential, non-residential, alterations and restorations, and a 'trade of the year, which this year included specialist work in carpentry and joinery. Among the Award winners were H. Bullen and Son for a new ringing gallery and screen at St. Andrew’s Church, Felmingham, and a new ward block at the James Paget Hospital Gorleston built by J. S. Hay Ltd. Other winners included two one-off houses in North Norfolk built by Fisher & Sons of Fakenham, and restorations and extensions at Brinton Hall carried out by Draper & Nichols Ltd.

Commendations were also made in respect of a wide variety of building types, including the Aldi supermarket in Norwich built by John Youngs Ltd, the Pavilion at Waterloo Park in Norwich refurbished by T. Gill & Sons, and restoration works to the Council Chamber at UEA carried out by French Kier Anglia.