City Campus wins prestigious RIBA Award 

The design of the University of Wales, Newport’s new City Campus has been recognised in the prestigious RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects) architectural awards.

Designed by architects BDP, the City Campus’s striking design was praised as “fluidly knitting together considerably diverse uses” by the judging panel.

Commenting on the announcement of the award, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Graham Rogers said: “The city can rightly be proud of the building, which the University has always made clear belongs to the people of Newport. As well as being at the heart of the regeneration of Newport and providing economic growth for the region, we can now proudly say that we have one of the best buildings in Wales right here in our city.

“This award, coming soon after the BBC’s decision to host the recent election debate from the building, means the City Campus is now known well beyond our city.”

Chris Harding of Architects, BDP added: “It is great news for the University and everyone involved with delivering this amazing building. BDP is very proud of this award and delighted that the City Campus is now recognised for its innovative and creative design.”