And the award goes to... PDA Premier Trophy Awards 2017

The 29^th Premier Trophy Awards took place on 6^th July 2017 at the London Marriott Hotel, Grosvenor Square. The Painting and Decorating Association received 70 entries in which 51 were selected, covering all aspects of the painting and decorating industry. The Painting and Decorating Association is the premier trade and employers’ association for painting and decorating contractors in the United Kingdom.

Seven judges travelled throughout England, Wales and Scotland visiting numerous projects. The judges Victor Hollings, John Noble, Bob Hewitt, Roy Young, Frank Miller, Ray Williams and GT May are independent from the PDA and are full members of the Institute of Clerk of Works and Construction Inspectorate. Whilst visiting the selected projects, the judges were looking for workmanship meeting the objectives of the Premier Trophy Awards: demonstrate the diversity of skill and craft, show efficiency of service to clients and develop the highest standards of excellence for the industry.

Brewers Decorator Centres are a loyal sponsor to the Premier Trophy Awards and have supported the awards for copious years.

The awards are split into 6 categories: Commercial, Industrial, Decorative, Highly Decorative, Small Contractor and Special Award for Excellence. Within these categories are different classes of certification; Winner, Very Highly Commended, Highly Commended, Commended and Accreditation Certificate. Winners included projects ranging from a hospital, a distributor centre, a Grade 1 listed building and a National Museum.