Tonkin Liu has designed the new York Minster Centre of Excellence buildings in York, United Kingdom.

York Minster Centre of Excellence consists of two new buildings built into existing structures, to conserve traditional craft skills and embrace advanced digital tools.

"Embedded in the clients' brief was a wish for the buildings to make a bold statement in low-carbon development, whilst sitting quietly in their context and confidently putting a 21st-century mark," said Tonkin Liu.

Developed through international cooperation and an apprenticeship program, the Centre of Excellence has established York Minster as the vanguard of heritage, research and advancement in digital masonry fabrication technology and commitment to training and craftsmanship.