Brett Martin is delighted to announce this year’s iAwards winners and runners-up!

We would like to congratulate you all and say thank you to everyone who entered – as always, there were some really interesting entries!

Winner – Architecture & Construction – Rooflights: Stöng  Viking Settlement, Iceland

• Location: Þjórsárdalur valley, Iceland
• Building Type: Viking Settlement Heritage Site
• Product: Marlon CS, Clear
• Distributor: Metal IS

Stöng is a Viking Age farm in Þjórsárdalur valley, South Iceland, dating back to 830 AD.  In 1939, archaeologists uncovered the well-preserved ruins of Stöng. While several farms were excavated, only Stöng remains visible above ground. Today, you can see the stone foundations of this Saga-age farm.  A protective wooden shelter with a red roof was added in 1957 but had fallen into disrepair. A new transparent structure was completed in 2024 to better preserve and showcase the site. The entire roof of this impressive structure is glazed with Marlon CS corrugated polycarbonate. The 2mm thick, clear polycarbonate offers exceptional clarity, allowing maximum natural light to pass through, creating a bright and welcoming environment beneath. Additionally, the co-extruded UV protection layer effectively blocks harmful ultraviolet rays, safeguarding both the historic site and its visitors, while significantly extending the polycarbonate sheet lifespan.

Runner Up – Architecture & Construction – Rooflights: Dome Rooflight

• Location: Alba Iulia, Romania
• Building Type: Shopping Centre
• Product: Marlon ST, 20mm, Opal
• Distributor: GEPLAST

As part of the modernization and enhancement works carried out at Alba Iulia Mall, Romania, a dome and several skylight strips were designed and installed to improve natural lighting and aesthetic appeal.  The construction involved the use of 20mm Opal Marlon ST structured polycarbonate panels, selected for their excellent thermal insulation properties, UV protection, light transmission, durability, and ease of installation. The dome, placed centrally within the building structure, serves as the main natural light source, contributing significantly to reducing energy consumption during daytime hours. In addition to the dome, linear skylight strips were installed along specific sections of the roof to ensure uniform daylight distribution throughout the commercial space.  The system ensures weather resistance and long-term performance while maintaining a modern and attractive design that complements the architectural lines of the building. The integration of Marlon ST structured polycarbonate sheet offers an optimal balance between functionality and aesthetics, in line with current sustainability and energy efficiency standards.

Winner – Architecture & Construction – Facades: Sludge Drying Facility, Croatia

• Location: Rovinj, Istria, Croatia
• Building Type: Sludge Drying Facility
• Product: Marlon ST, 16mm Clear, 2UV
• Distributor: Gutta Hrvatska d.o.o.

16mm Triplewall Clear Marlon ST, with UV protection layer on both sides, was selected for the entire glazing of this sludge drying facility in Croatia.  Marlon ST was chosen for its excellent light transmission proprieties. The large greenhouse-like structure harnesses the sun’s energy to dry sludge naturally, converting wet waste into a more manageable dried product, significantly reducing its volume and weight.  Marlon ST is structurally strong, resistant to impact damage and the double sided UV protection enhances the life of the sheet.  Marlon ST is available in a range of structures, thicknesses and colours to suit a wide range of applications.

Runner Up – Architecture & Construction – Facades: Recycle Centre

• Location: Achenkirch, Tyrol, Austria
• Building Type: Recycling Facility
• Product: Marlon FSX, 6mm Clear, 2UV
• Distributor: Julius Fritsche GmbH

The Achenkirch Digital Recycling Center in Tyrol, Austria, is a state-of-the-art facility designed to help residents efficiently separate recyclables using advanced technology. Opened in early 2025, the center features a remote “digital operator” who oversees operations, monitors waste disposal via cameras, and intervenes when necessary to ensure proper sorting. This innovative system provides 24/7 access and aims to significantly improve recycling efficiency.  To protect visitors from the elements while using the facility, the recycle facility shelter was glazed with 6mm clear Marlon FSX polycarbonate sheets, featuring UV protection on both sides. Selected for its exceptional light transmission and impact resistance, Marlon FSX ensures maximum natural daylight, reducing reliance on artificial lighting. At 200 times stronger than glass, the 6mm polycarbonate sheet offers the optical clarity of glass while being less prone to impact fracture, making it a safer and more cost-effective glazing solution.