LABC Building Excellence Awards 2025 winner: Best Large Social Housing Development

LABC is delighted to announce that the WINNER of the Best Large Social Housing Development is Wildbridge, Sussex.

The Wildbridge development at Bilsham Road is a large partnership housing scheme delivering high-quality homes across a mix of tenures. Sustainability is central to the project, with timber frame construction, EPC A-rated homes and features including solar PV, EV charging and level access throughout. The scheme also prioritises placemaking, with open spaces, play areas and sustainable drainage creating a strong and inclusive community.

The Arun District Council building control team provided timely inspections and guidance during critical stages of the project, such as the transition to new regulations for foundations. This collaborative approach ensured compliance without impacting the programme. The site team also overcame challenges like traffic management during handovers and design adjustments for level access, maintaining quality and aesthetics. The result is a thoughtfully designed community with open spaces, play areas, cycle routes, and sustainable drainage systems, exceeding minimum building standards and creating a positive impact for residents and local wildlife.

The judges selected Wildbridge as the winning project due to its exemplary delivery of high-quality, sustainable homes at scale while fostering a strong sense of place: “Wildbridge sets a benchmark for socially focused, environmentally responsible large-scale housing.” 

A range of categories celebrated on the night highlight the diverse portfolio of projects delivered within the industry alongside the project teams that are committed to delivering compliant and high-quality buildings for our communities.  

Full list of LABC Building Excellence Awards Grand Final award winners: www.labc.co.uk/awards