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| Lord Foster honoured as ‘Britain’s Best 2008’ Norman Foster has been named 'Britain's Best 2008' in the Arts Category for 'his ground-breaking designs around the world'. Accepting the award by video link to a ceremony attended by Gordon Brown, he beat stiff competition from J K Rowling, Damien Hirst and 'Atonement' Director, Joe Wright. There were seven award categories in total, with one award presented in each to 'honour those that have achieved the highest level of international acclaim in their chosen fields over the past twelve months'. The panel of judges featured Lord Coe and Marks & Spencer Chief Executive, Sir Stuart Rose. write your comments about the article :: © 2008 Construction News :: home page |