As this is our “Green Architecture” special, it's only fair to share with you some recent “Green” winners that have come to our attention.
The Royal Institute of British Architects announced the winner of the annual 2008 Royal Gold Medal for Architecture, “a gift of the Queen” on October 9th. The winner was Edward Cullinan, who is well known for his sustainable and environmentally friendly buildings. Cullinan was awarded for “his keen awareness of the natural environment, and his deep engagement with those who use and experience buildings.”

Archeolink Visitors Center
Low-Energy Grass-Roofed visitor centre, Aberdeenshire In Berlin, the annual “BUND - Friends of the Earth”
Environmental Awards were presented on October 22.
The three winners wereFor Industry and Innovation – Strato AG .
The second largest internet service provider, Strato AG is committed to renewable energy and energy saving strategies.For Environmental Engagement - “Aktionsbündnis Bäume am Landwehrkanall”
Roughly translated as the “Action Alliance for the Trees of the Landwehr canal”, this residence group campaigned to save 150 trees destined to be destroyed along the canal.For Children and Youth Prize - Carlos Green Papershop
An initiative from the students of the Carlo Schmidt High school that encouraged recycled and green products. Well Done!
Image from “Aktionsbündnis Bäume am Landwehrkanal”