The shortlist for the prestigious Michelmores Property Awards 2026 has been unveiled, showcasing the best property, construction and development projects across the West of England and South West of the UK. The Awards, which celebrate excellence and innovation, bring together professionals from across the region to highlight outstanding achievements in the property sector over the past year.
Now in their 23rd year, the Michelmores Property Awards continue to champion the most sustainable, impactful and creative developments. This year’s shortlist represents a wide range of impressive projects across multiple categories, spanning healthcare, regeneration, education, residential, heritage, leisure and community-led development.
The Awards encompass nine categories, and the judging panel comprises esteemed professionals from across the property industry. The 2026 shortlist includes:
Category 1: Project of the Year (Under £10m)
- BOWA MEDICAL UK HQ
- Langage South
- Tamar Valley Crematorium
- West Cornwall Hospital
Category 2: Project of the Year (Over £10m)
- Dartmoor Building
- Musgrove Park Hospital – Surgical Centre
- The Brook, Langdon Hospital
- Welcome Building
Category 3: Regeneration Project of the Year
- Factory Cooperage at Royal William Yard
- Gap House
- Rockfish + Salcombe Brewery
- Spitfire Hangar, Brabazon
- The Hub at Foulston Park
Category 4: Education Project of the Year
- Centre for Law & Social Sciences, Exeter College
- Sky Primary & Eden Project Nursery
- The Paddock Cabin, Poole Farm
- University of Plymouth – PDSE Dental Education Practice
Category 5: Leisure & Tourism Project of the Year
- Broadmeadow Sports Centre Decarbonisation & Refurbishment Project
- Rockfish + Salcombe Brewery
- Shoemakers Museum
- The Hub at Foulston Park
Category 6: Heritage Project of the Year
- Factory Cooperage at Royal William Yard
- Plymouth Tinside Lido
- Spitfire Hangar, Brabazon
- West Wall Revive, St Philip & St James, Ilfracombe
Category 7: Residential Project of the Year (36 homes and over)
- Millstream, The Chocolate Quarter
- Monument View
Category 8: Residential Project of the Year (35 homes and under)
- Brampton House
- Factory Cooperage at Royal William Yard
- Gap House
- Weavers Way
Category 9: Building of the Year
- To be announced on the night
About Michelmores Property Awards
The Michelmores Property Awards present some of the South West’s most prestigious accolades, recognising achievements in property development, construction and regeneration. Now in their 23rd year, the Awards celebrate projects that contribute to the region’s economy and community, with a particular focus on environmental sustainability, innovation and social impact.
The Awards continue to place emphasis on sustainability, innovation and the broader positive impact of projects within their communities. With categories designed to reflect the diversity and quality of development across the West of England and South West, the Awards highlight the growing importance of responsible, future-focused design.
The Awards Dinner and Ceremony will take place at the Sandy Park Conference Centre in Exeter on Thursday 25 June 2026.
For the full shortlist and table bookings, visit the Michelmores Property Awards website.
Special thanks to our panel of judges
Gordon Isgrove (Avison Young), Iestyn John (Bell Cornwell Town Planning Consultants), Nathan McLoughlin (McLoughlin Planning), Claire Pearce (Real Growth Ltd), Ron Persaud (Change Real Estate), Ajay Sharma (KTA Architects), and Thelma Sorensen OBE, Honorary President of South West Women in Construction.
Sponsoring the Awards
The Michelmores Property Awards reach across the West of England and South West’s property, real estate and construction sectors. Sponsorship offers an excellent opportunity to raise your organisation’s profile and be part of a high-profile networking and hospitality event.
Email events@michelmores.com to request a sponsorship brochure and find out more.
