🏆 We've announced the 34 winners for our International Awards for Excellence 2026, recognising outstanding architecture from 15 countries across four continents. ➡️ Discover our winners: ow.ly/SMwu50Z9Xn2 #RIBAawards

Thank you to @RIBA, and to our visionary design partners at @HASSELL_Studio and @localworksug, for helping us show the world that creative infrastructure is crucial for refugee settlements. Bidi Bidi Performing Arts Centre serves as a powerful proof of concept, laying the foundation for wildly ambitious infrastructure initiatives we are excited to announce in the near future. If you bring infrastructure and a platform to talent, talent can thrive.

Jurors’ Choice Honorable Mention for the AAK Duracoat Awards of Excellence in Architecture 2026- The Bidi Bidi Music & Arts Centre - by @localworksug in collaboration with Hassell, Uganda Society of Architects @UgArchSociety (USA).

In conversation with nature. #localworksug #architects #architecture #construction #building #Uganda

Throwback to Nile Safari Lodge which was completed in 2019. #localworksug #architecture #construction #localmaterials

Special thanks to @localworksug, the brilliant team behind our new Child Care Center. Your sustainable, eco-friendly design not only reflects innovation and care for the environment but also creates a nurturing space for our little ones. #MengoCares

Today, we dedicated our new Child Care Center to the Lord; a place built with love for those who give it daily. Thanks to Mengo Hospital Partners USA, our staff can now serve patients knowing their little ones are cared for just steps away. #MengoCares

They are doing impressive stuff in Uganda and Kenya.

Local Works did an amazing job with the Bidi Bidi Performing Arts Centre! This creative outlet for the Bidi Bidi refugee settlement was built from compressed earth bricks made from locally sourced soil, compressed and cured in the sun. Architect: Hassell An Amazing Local build

These Ugandan designers are proving that green building can be scaled sustainably while positively impacting their community! Meet #GC2025 finalist, the EcoPrefab project, led by @localworksug in Busibo #Uganda. editing and text: Carly Althoff visual content: @localworksug

⚡ What makes EcoPrefab so impactful? ⚡ EcoPrefab combines innovative material technologies with environmentally responsive architecture to bring dignity to local craftsmanship. This do-it-together effort showcases why designers should work closely with material fabricators.

Learn more about how the LocalWorks team responds to these questions and check the project's innovative solutions and results on our website >> buff.ly/i1HkYlH ➡️ Follow along for more Global Challenge finalists introductions!

The EcoPrefab walls are insulated by a proprietary block made of sawdust, lime and cement, then finished with pigmented lime render. #EcoPrefab #LimePlaster #NaturalMaterials #SustainableFinishes #GreenBuilding #BreathableWalls #LowCarbonDesign #Uganda #EcoFriendlyConstruction

EcoPrefab uses pigmented lime plaster – a natural, breathable finish made with lime & pigments. It replaces cementitious plaster that traps moisture & chemical paints that are toxic, costly and short-lived. Durable, low-carbon & healthy - performance and character in one finish.

EcoPrefab by Localworks is building schools in East Africa that are faster, greener, and smarter. 75% less carbon. Built in 6 months. Full campuses, climate-smart design. This #WGBW25, we’re proud to #BeBoldOnBuildings. #EcoPrefab #Localworks #GreenBuilding #SustainableSchools

🌟 Eco Prefab - @localworksug #Uganda #GC2025 #GC2025_Finalists

The list of the #GC2025_Finalists is here 🎉 5 visionary projects will join our exclusive accelerator program. We can't wait to share their progress and witness the transformative impact they'll make! Join us in celebrating these groundbreaking projects >> #GC2025

In EcoPrefab classrooms, the blackboard wall does more than hold chalk. A narrow skylight, made of clear sheet, above lets in soft light enough to radiate the front of the room without glare. Lighting design doesn’t always need wires. #EcoPrefab #SustainableDesign #Uganda

Empowering the construction sector to drive Air Quality Action in Uganda One of our main aims for the #KampalaBreathes Campaign is to widen the base of Air quality ambassadors, in line with this we had a beautiful presentation on raising air quality awareness to the visionary team at @localworksug ! Our discussion was a profound reminder that when advocacy meets innovation, a powerful force for change is born. The synergy between our campaign's mission and their groundbreaking work is undeniable. We delved into the crucial role of construction in the air quality crisis & public health plus solutions . The most amazing discovery after the presentation was the "Ecoprefab" initiative by Localworks. This green and scalable model for schools in East Africa is a powerful response to the climate crisis. By reducing CO2 emissions by about 75% compared to conventional methods, they are setting a new standard for responsible construction and showing the world what's possible. Localworks isn't just building structures, they're crafting a healthier future. Solutions to better air quality are directly woven into the fabric of their design choices. In our presentation, we highlighted solutions that can improve both indoor and outdoor air quality, and Localworks is and has already implemented some of these ; 1. Using Low-VOC Materials: They utilize natural materials like pigmented lime plaster and pressed saw-dust-lime blocks which have minimal Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) emissions, ensuring the air inside their buildings is as clean as possible for students and teachers. 2. Designing for Natural Airflow: Their innovative designs incorporate features like covered walkways and open-air teaching spaces, strategically promoting a constant flow of fresh air and natural ventilation, reducing the reliance on energy-intensive systems. 3. Embracing Biophilic Design: By seamlessly integrating natural elements like eucalyptus trusses and stone, they are building spaces that connect occupants to the natural world, which is proven to improve overall health and well-being. This is a powerful example of what can be achieved when innovation, sustainability, and human health are prioritized. Rarely do we meet companies at the forefront of climate action and good air quality. To championing a healthier, more sustainable future for all of Uganda through campaigns like #KampalaBreathes! Thank you to the entire Localworks team for your inspiring work . #KampalaAirQuality #CitizenScienceUG

Mashrabiya in Arabic … very pleasant ☺️