Saltdean Lido has received recognition for its restoration.
The seaside landmark was awarded a Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) South East Award for its transformation.
Chris Ward, MP for Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven, visited the site to meet the team behind the restoration following the announcement.
He said: "Thank you so much to the team for the tour today.
"I regularly visit Saltdean Lido with my family and have also held a number of surgeries and events here, so it was fascinating to hear directly from those involved in its restoration and revival.
"I’m thrilled that the Lido has now been recognised as a RIBA award winner. This is a huge achievement for everyone who fought so hard to save and restore such a treasured local landmark."
Joined by project architects from R H Partnership Architects, Mr Ward learned about the lido’s history, its years of decline and how it was once threatened with demolition.
Saltdean Lido is an Art Deco site that first opened in 1938 and was later placed on Historic England’s Heritage at Risk Register.
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A community-led campaign prevented its demolition.
Mr Ward said: "From being placed on Historic England’s Heritage at Risk Register to welcoming more than 100,000 visitors after fully reopening, Saltdean Lido is a brilliant example of what strong community action can achieve.
"I’m incredibly proud to support this special part of our constituency and grateful to everyone who continues to help it thrive."
The main building has been fully restored and reopened in 2024.
It welcomed more than 100,000 visitors in its first year.
Chris Williamson, president of RIBA, praised the collaborative effort behind the project.
He said: "Congratulations to everyone involved in the restoration of Saltdean Lido on winning a RIBA South East Award.
"It is a testament to the strength of collaboration between the architects, client and the local community that they have brought a much-love building – once placed on Historic England's at Risk Register – back to its former glory, creating a place for the whole community to enjoy."
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