The winning project in this category is an example of the use of advanced mechanical, electrical, and sustainable design technologies to deliver an energy-efficient future facing building.

In the design of the Polaris Building in Dublin City University’s Glasnevin Campus, J V Tierney and Co. Ltd. have achieved a highly efficient, low-carbon building that aligns with DCU’s sustainability goals. This large fully electrified and decarbonised facility, which has eliminated fossil fuel usage, achieved a BREEAM Excellent Certification for its design and shows a strong commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency.