Beatrix Young

Beatrix is an experienced architect with over 20 years of expertise leading multidisciplinary teams on residential and mixed-use developments. Her portfolio spans a wide range of housing-led projects from private schemes to local authority commission, with a growing emphasis on sustainable design and Passivhaus standards. She also sits on design review panels in Merton, Wandsworth, Newham, Havering, and Oxford.

What top tip would you give to this year's entrants?

"My top tip would be: really make your submission tell the story of the project. Show us what makes it special, whether that's clever design thinking, innovation, or how it works for the people living there. Don't rely on images alone‚ help us understand the brief, the challenges you tackled, and why your solution stands out. Clear plans, great photos, and a strong narrative go a long way in bringing a project to life."