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The winners of the third Steel Window Association (SWA) awards were announced at a ceremony held at County Hall, London. Comprising many of the leading names in the industry, SWA members gathered to celebrate longstanding expertise and recent achievements. The awards recognise outstanding installations by member companies and showcase excellence across residential and commercial projects which feature steel windows, doors and screens.

Proceedings were opened by SWA president Kris Bennell, who delivered a short address before handing over to John Ramshaw, technical editor of Architecture Today and awards judge, to announce the winners across the commercial, refurbishment and domestic project of the year categories, as well as a special award for an associated member.

John Ramshaw, technical editor of Architecture Today says: "This year's awards have once again demonstrated the breadth of expertise within the Steel Window Association membership. From highly sensitive heritage restorations to complex large-scale commercial projects, the standard of work continues to impress. The winning schemes exemplify not only technical excellence and craftsmanship, but also a clear understanding of how steel windows contribute to the architectural integrity and long-term performance of buildings. I look forward to seeing how the awards continue to evolve and to reviewing another strong field of entries next year."

This year's winning projects:

Commercial Project of the Year: The Chancery Rosewood Hotel, formerly the United States Embassy in London, a Grade II-listed building in London, by West Leigh Steel Windows.

Refurbishment Project of the Year: 214 Oxford Street, IKEA's London flagship store and HQ, by ASWS.

Domestic Project of the year: Westcote Hall in Northampton, a large country house with origins from the 17th century, by The Cotswold Casement Company.

Steel Window Fittings was presented with the Associated Award as the company's ironmongery was specified for the winning Domestic Project.

Kris Bennell, president of the SWA says: "The quality and diversity of entries this year reflects a sector that is both deeply rooted in tradition and confidently responding to modern demands. From sensitive refurbishment projects to major commercial schemes, these awards highlight the enduring value of steel windows and the expertise of our members in delivering solutions fit for the future."

www.steel-window-association.co.uk

Article written by John Roper
12th June 2026

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