The Award of Distinction winner, the Lakhpat Gurudwara, was praised for the sophisticated understanding demonstrated in both technical and social aspects of conservation process and practice. The judges noted that the careful attention to detail and sensitive repair work have ensured the retention of this Sikh house of worship's historic character. The judges highly commended the emphasis on involving and empowering the community, thereby ensuring the long-term survival of the cultural traditions associated with this historic building.

The restoration of this Sikh house of worship demonstrates a sophisticated holistic understanding of both the technical and social aspects of conservation process and practice. Careful attention to detail and sensitive repair work have ensured the retention of the building's historic character. Most significantly, the emphasis on involving and empowering the community ensures the long-term survival of the historic building and its associated cultural traditions. Training given to local youth in correct conservation methods emphasizing traditional construction techniques has revitalized local craft skills and revived the use of indigenous materials. The restoration of the gurudwara returns it to its place of pride in the Lakhpat community, showcasing the distinctiveness of their Sikh heritage both locally as well as nationally.

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