The Award, 1836 From The Transactions of the Institute of British Architects.

摘要

In June, 1835, the Council of the then Institute of British Architects resolved to propose a 'series of questions on desiderata in every Branch of Science connected with Architecture', offering an honorary premium for the best essay on a subject of its choosing. Today, the RIBA's President's Awards for Research continue this resolve, endeavouring to encourage and promote scientific inquiry. The first medal of 'The Institute' was awarded to George Godwin on 18th January, 1836, for his essay 'On the nature and character of Concrete and its application hitherto to construction in England'.