LAA Nominations 2026

The Goldsmiths’ Craft & Design Council invites nominations for the Lifetime Achievement Award.

This award honours someone who has made an outstanding and lasting contribution to jewellery, goldsmithing, silversmithing, or related crafts in the UK. It celebrates people whose skill, leadership, and dedication have made a real difference to the craft and helped raise the reputation of British craftsmanship around the world.

Nomination Criteria

Nominees may have:

Shown exceptional skill and professionalism in their work. Made a significant, long-term contribution to the development of the craft or industry.
Shown commitment to preserving and improving techniques, skills, and design practices.
Inspired and supported others through teaching, mentoring, or leadership.
Helped strengthen and promote British craftsmanship in the UK and internationally.

Nominations close: Midnight, Sunday, November 23, 2025.

We will announce the winner of the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Craftsmanship & Design Awards 2026.

For further information, email: info@craftanddesigncouncil.org.uk

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Please provide a short summary of the nominee's career.*

Please list up to 10 industry achievements or contributions made by your nominee. Please use the nomination criteria to guide you.*

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We will announce the winner of the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Craftsmanship & Design Awards 2026.

Lifetime Achievement Award 2026 Nominations