UK healthcare awards recognising innovation within the healthcare built environment, medical device and technology sectors

ENTRIES CLOSING SOON

Price per entry: £125+VAT | €156 | $200

Entries close: 1 August, 5pm BST.

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Winners ceremony: 5 November 2025
Venue: The Brewery, 5 2 Chiswell Street, London, EC1Y 4SD

The Building Better Healthcare Awards take place every November at The Brewery in central London. The event celebrates outstanding achievements in UK healthcare design, innovation, and patient experience.

With over 20 awards presented across five key categories, winners include NHS hospitals, community care providers, and cutting-edge health technology innovators.

In addition, a respected panel of judges evaluates submissions based on success in areas such as facilities management, building design, patient environment, and digital innovation.

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KEY DATES

ENTRIES OPEN

4 March 2024

To qualify, the project or product must have been completed or launched between July 2022 and July 2024. For building design and interior design/landscaping entries, the project must be fully operational.

ENTRIES CLOSE

12 July 2024

You can amend your entry up to the deadline

TICKETS ON SALE

1 July 2024

Get your name on the waitlist by emailing Lizzy Copues at lizzy@hpcimedia.com.

WINNERS CEREMONY

6 November 2024

Taking place at the Brewery in central London, attendees can expect an exclusive guest list of healthcare professionals, providing countless networking opportunities.

THE WINNERS CEREMONY

Attend the BBH Awards ceremony

Join us at the Building Better Healthcare Awards for a day dedicated to celebrating excellence in the healthcare built environment. The event brings together healthcare leaders, architects, suppliers, and innovators to recognise standout achievements across the sector.

This is more than just an awards show, it’s an unrivalled opportunity for networking and knowledge-sharing, all under one roof. Attendees can meet peers, connect with major suppliers, and gain insight into the latest developments shaping the future of healthcare.

Event venue

The 2025 ceremony will take place at The Brewery, 52 Chiswell Street, London, EC1Y 4SD – a historic venue that has proudly hosted the BBH Awards for over 12 years.

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2025 JUDGES

Catherine Zeliotis, Senior Associate and Healthcare Leader, Stantec, judge for these UK Healthcare Awards — Catherine Zeliotis, Senior Associate and Healthcare Leader, Stantec

Catsou Roberts, Director of Vital Arts, Barts Health NHS Trust, judge for these UK Healthcare Awards — Catsou Roberts, Director of Vital Arts, Barts Health NHS Trust

Donna Fitzpatrick, Director of Project, Programme and Portfolio Management, Lexica

Dr Peter Carter OBE, judge for these UK Healthcare Awards — Dr Peter Carter OBE

Helen Sturdy, National head of construction and leads on the £9bn ProCure23 (P23)

Lyn Whitfield, Director of content strategy, Highland Marketing

Patricia Wilkie, President, National Association for Patient Participation, judge for these UK Healthcare Awards — Patricia Wilkie, President, National Association for Patient Participation

Russell James, Chief Revenue Officer, Specialist Door Solutions Ltd

Kevin Howell, Director of Estates and Facilities, East & North Herts NHS Trust, judge for these UK Healthcare Awards — Kevin Howell, Director of Estates and Facilities, East & North Herts NHS Trust

Stuart Hembury, Group Development and Commissioning Director and Chief Medical Planner, International Hospitals Group

Paul Hutt, Director, Glancy Nicholls Architects

Ruairi Reeves, Director, Medical Architecture

2025 EXHIBITORS

Brandon Medical is an award-winning British medical technology company with over 70 years of healthcare experience. Our products are in use throughout the world supported by an extensive distributor network.

Darwin Group provides outstanding permanent and temporary healthcare facilities for the NHS and independent healthcare sector to enhance staff and patient experience.

Design in Mental Health - the leading UK event focussed on the design, build, refurbishment, management & clinical provision of mental health environments.

The Institute of Healthcare Engineering and Estate Management (IHEEM) is the UK’s largest specialist Institute for the Healthcare Estates Sector; devoted to developing careers, provision of education and training, and registering engineers as Eng Tech, IEng and CEng.

Knightsbridge Furniture is one of the UK’s most established and well respected Contract Furniture Manufacturers, having been in the industry since 1939.

McAvoy is one of the UK and Ireland’s market leaders in the precision manufacture and delivery of temporary and permanent modular buildings.

Improving the care of generations through agile project delivery. MTX are a UK healthcare construction company specialising in the use of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC). We undertake projects nationally and work for individual NHS hospitals, in addition to private healthcare providers.

SDS is the UK’s leading designer and manufacturer of specialist doorsets for hospital and clinical environments.

SHJ is a leading supplier of medical gas pipeline systems and services and a market leader in remote AI monitoring and energy-saving technologies. Winner of Healthcare Supplier of the Year 2021, we deliver leading innovations to NHS and private sector healthcare providers across the UK.

Leading UK manufacturer of modern integrated plumbing systems, fire-rated door sets, bed head trunking and more. Healthcare estates expertise.

Vanguard Healthcare Solutions offers a range of services to healthcare providers, including additional capacity, emergency response, refurbishment replacement capacity, disaster relief, turnkey packages, project management and community healthcare services, whether as part of planned activity or as a relief effort following a crisis.

Wardray Premise Limited is a long established company, specialising in the manufacture of all types of Radiation Shielding for medical and industrial applications.

Willmott Dixon Interiors specialise in breathing new life into buildings through their expert retrofit, refurbishment, and fit-out services. Their mission is to ensure these spaces remain vibrant, functional, and efficient for generations to come.

Healthcare design & management (hdm) and its sister magazine, mental health & dementia facilities (mhdf), are leading titles for the UK’s healthcare estates, and mental health and care facilities sectors, providing essential resources for professionals involved in these industries.

At Dortek, they focus on what they do best: providing innovative, high-end door solutions for hygiene and industrial environments. For over 50 years, Dortek has specialised in delivering access solutions to the world’s leading pharmaceutical, healthcare, food, retail, and industrial companies.

For almost 25 years, Ultrafabrics has set the standard on high-tech performance fabrics. Our mission is to pioneer more sustainable materials that never compromise. Our versatile fabrics combine premium aesthetics, sensorial tactility, and functionality to deliver the highest quality material of its kind.

Specialised in the Health sectors built environment, their approach produces pleasant and functional facilities that improve patient comfort and help healthcare providers attract and retain staff.

We work closely with the mental healthcare sector to design, manufacture and install bespoke anti-ligature windows and anti-climb fencing, rollers and products for a range of settings. We also provide doors and curtain walling in aluminium and timber and a wide choice of fixtures and fittings.

Vistamatic is a world leading designer and manufacturer of privacy glass. Our products are used globally in many sectors including; healthcare, education, high security environments, commercial, and any application where privacy and observation controls are needed.

For more than 80 years, the brand name ZARGES has been synonymous with continuous innovations in the fields of access, packaging and transportation and special constructions.

Creative Activity Group is a leading provider of outdoor, sensory & educational equipment, transforming education and community spaces across the globe. With strong family values being at the heart of the company and a forward-thinking business ethos, their team delivers on the core values and exceptionally high levels of customer service.

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2025 SPONSORS & PARTNERS

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FAQ

How much does entry cost?

Each entry costs £125+VAT | €156 | $200

Who should enter the awards?

The Building Better Healthcare Awards are open to all organisations involved in the healthcare sector — from NHS trusts and private healthcare providers to architects, designers, contractors, and product or service suppliers. To be eligible, your project or product must have been completed or launched between July 2023 and July 2025.

How are the winners decided?

Winners are selected by a panel of industry-leading judges with expertise in healthcare estates, design, technology, and patient experience.

When does the judging take place?

The judges carefully review all entries throughout August. Then, in September, they meet to select the winners. Finally, the winners are announced at the awards ceremony held in November.

What is the criteria for the awards?

To qualify, your project or product must have been completed or launched between July 2023 and July 2025. For entries in building design and interior design or landscaping, the project must be fully operational.

You can find detailed criteria for each category here.

How do I know which award to enter my product into?

The awards categories are refreshed annually to reflect the latest industry trends and innovations. For the most current criteria, please see here

Can I enter one product into multiple categories?

Yes! If your product meets the criteria for multiple categories, we encourage you to submit entries for all relevant categories to maximise your chances of recognition.

What do I need to provide when entering?

Your entry should include a project or product description (maximum 500 words) explaining how it meets the category criteria. The title must clearly state the name of your brand, company, and the product or project being entered.. Where relevant, please name any key stakeholders involved. You can upload up to nine supporting documents, such as:

Statements
Drawings or architectural plans
Patient or client feedback
Testimonials

High-quality images (please note: CGIs will not be judged – only real, completed work will be considered) Supporting documents do not count towards the 500-word limit.

What promotional support is available during the event?

In addition to the awards themselves, the Building Better Healthcare Awards offer valuable opportunities for increased exposure. Participating brands can benefit from a wide range of promotional channels – including digital features, print coverage, social media campaigns, and bespoke sponsorship packages. To explore these promotional options, please contact: Lizzy Copues at lizzy@hpcimedia.com

When is the Building Better Healthcare Awards ceremony?

This year’s event will be held at The Brewery in central London on Wednesday 5 November 2025