Tweet Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Visit website Submitted ArticlesRelated ArticlesProjectsEvents 239 foundRIBA announces Great British Buildings programme for 201901/08/2019The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has today (Thursday 1 August) announced the programme for Great British Buildings 2019, which gives members of the public [...]RIBA Launches International Awards 202011/07/2019The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has opened entries for the third edition of the RIBA International Awards, the prestigious awards for architecture outside of the [...]The UK's best new homes - houses in the running for RIBA House of the Year 201928/06/2019The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has today (27 June 2019) announced the longlist for the 2019 RIBA House of the Year. Among the 20 [...]RIBA Clore Learning Centre for architecture to open in October 201921/03/2019The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) will be opening an inspiring new learning space within its central London landmark building on 29 October 2019. [...]RIBA launches open call to design London Festival of Architecture installation on theme of ‘Boundaries’19/03/2019Deadline for entries - 5 April 2019 The RIBA is inviting architects and architecture students to design a temporary installation for the Architecture Gallery at [...]RIBA Stage One design team announced for York Castle Museum major redevelopment18/02/2019York Museums Trust have appointed the team that will work on the initial design phase of a major multi-million pound redevelopment at York Castle Museum. [...]Sir Nicholas Grimshaw receives 2019 Royal Gold Medal for Architecture18/02/2019Sir Nicholas Grimshaw was awarded the 2019 Royal Gold Medal, the UK’s highest honour for architecture, at a special ceremony at the Royal Institute of [...]New RIBA exhibition - Making It Happen21/01/2019How are architects working directly with community groups to create inspiring local buildings and places during times of economic and political austerity? In this exhibition [...]Two of the UK’s best new homes shortlisted for RIBA House of the Year 201808/11/2018Pheasants, a striking new house next to the Thames that took a decade to complete, and Red House, a bold red brick new-build house on an [...]“Getting the key document right is critical to safeguarding your business aspirations”- RIBA Exec on New RIBA Pro Services Contracts29/10/2018RIBA’s new Professional Services Contracts (PSCs) are the essential, customisable contracts to make the appointment of architectural services easier and more efficient. Replacing the current [...]RIBA launches new suite of Professional Services Contracts16/10/2018RIBA’s new Professional Services Contracts (PSCs) are the essential, customisable contracts to make the appointment of architectural services easier and more efficient. Replacing the current [...]Bloomberg HQ wins 2018 Stirling Prize11/10/2018Bloomberg’s European headquarters, designed by Foster + Partners, has won the 2018 Stirling Prize, meaning it’s “the UK’s best new building” according to RIBA judges. [...]Shortlist announced for the RIBA International Prize 201812/09/2018The four buildings in the running for the RIBA International Prize 2018 are to be announced today (Wednesday 12 September 2018). The prestigious prize, awarded [...]RIBA exhibitions – autumn 201812/09/2018This autumn the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) will be opening three new free exhibitions and offering the last chance to see the acclaimed Disappear [...]Sir David Adjaye to chair 2018 RIBA Stirling Prize Jury07/09/2018The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has today (7 September 2018) announced the jury for the 2018 RIBA Stirling Prize, the prestigious annual award [...]RIBA announces new talks series in partnership with VitrA Bathrooms28/08/2018The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) is pleased to announce a new partnership with VitrA Bathrooms: the RIBA + VitrA Talks series. Over the [...]RIBA Future Trends: Architects’ confidence dips, practices more cautious about recruitment15/08/2018In June 2018, the RIBA Future Trends Workload Index remained positive, standing at +17, but it’s down from the May’s figure of +24. In terms [...]RIBA responds to the Government’s Social Housing Green Paper15/08/2018The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has tresponded to the Ministry for Housing, Communities and Local Government Social Housing Green Paper. RIBA President Ben [...]RIBA calls for a comprehensive ban on combustible materials14/08/2018The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has submitted evidence to the Government’s consultation on banning the use of combustible materials in the external walls [...]Alan Jones elected RIBA President 2019-2110/08/2018Alan Jones has been elected the next President of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). Alan will take over the two-year presidential term from [...]2018 Stephen Lawrence Prize shortlist revealed27/07/2018The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced the shortlist for the Stephen Lawrence Prize, with this year marking its’ twenty-first anniversary. Seven projects have [...]RIBA Client of the Year shortlist reveals the clients championing brilliant architecture26/07/2018The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced the shortlist for the RIBA Client of the Year 2018. The annual award recognises the role that [...]RIBA responds to revised National Planning Policy Framework25/07/2018The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) makes an initial response to the publication of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) by the Government yesterday, [...]2018 RIBA Stirling Prize shortlist announced20/07/2018The shortlist for the prestigious 2018 RIBA Stirling Prize for the UK’s best new building has been announced. The shortlist of six exceptional buildings comprises [...]UK transport infrastructure exacerbates housing crisis says RIBA17/07/2018The dire state of the UK’s transport infrastructure is contributing to the housing crisis, according to a new report published today (17 July 2018), by [...]RIBA responds to the Government’s publication of the Brexit White Paper17/07/2018RIBA Chief Executive Alan Vallance says, “With just nine months remaining until the UK leaves the European Union, the RIBA are pleased that the Government has finally [...]RIBA statement on the new Secretary of State for the Department for Exiting the European Union09/07/2018Commenting on the new Secretary of State for the Department for Exiting the European Union RIBA President Ben Derbyshire says: “Given that we are only nine months [...]RIBA welcomes new route into architecture06/07/2018The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) welcome the announcement of the approval of two Apprenticeship Standards by the Institute of Apprenticeships on Thursday 5th [...]Architects feel optimistic about future workloads with Northern practices looking to recruit more staff – RIBA Future Trends Survey May 201802/07/2018The RIBA Future Trends Workload Index continued its positive trend this month, rising to +24 in May 2018, up from +13 in April. In terms [...]RIBA presents fire safety evidence to Government’s Select Committee27/06/2018The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) will today (Wednesday 27 June) give evidence to the Housing, Communities and Local Government’s Select Committee, in response [...]RIBA responds to social housing boost26/06/2018The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) responds to the announcement of investment in social housing across England confirmed today (26 June 2018) by Secretary [...]2018 RIBA National Awards announced22/06/2018On 21 June 2018, the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) announced the 49 winners of the 2018 RIBA National Awards for architecture. The RIBA awards, which [...]RIBA responds to the opening of the Government’s Consultation on banning the use of combustible materials19/06/2018Adrian Dobson, Director of Practice at the Royal Institute of British Architects says, “The RIBA welcomes the Government’s consultation on banning the use of combustible materials [...]The RIBA responds to the news that the UK to apply to stay in European standards system after Brexit13/06/2018RIBA Chief Executive, Alan Vallance says: “I’m delighted that Secretary of State Greg Clark has taken the decision to direct the British Standards Institute (BSI) [...]Steady market for architects – RIBA Future Trends Survey April 201830/05/2018Architects’ workloads recovered lost ground in April 2018, according to the Royal Institute of British Architects’ (RIBA) Future Trends Workload Index, which rose to +13, [...]Win £2500 by designing a room within a room, with RIBAJ and Norbord.21/05/2018A new competition from RIBAJ invites architects to design innovative workspaces inside a room in a house, public building or office. Inspired by renaissance painting [...]‘A major missed opportunity’ to make buildings safer today – RIBA responds to Hackitt Review17/05/2018The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has today (Thursday 17 May) given an initial response to the publication of Dame Judith Hackitt’s Independent Review [...]61 London buildings awarded for architectural excellence16/05/20184 housing schemes, 8 schools, a city farm (Waterloo Community Farm) and refurbished public house (The Sekforde) are among the 61 buildings to receive RIBA London [...]Architecture sector remains steady but lacks momentum – RIBA Future Trends March 201811/05/2018The prospects for architects’ workloads dipped in March, for the first time in 2018, according to the Royal Institute of British Architects’ (RIBA) Future Trends [...]RIBA reveals the 20 best new buildings in the world and announces the RIBA International Emerging Architect09/05/2018The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has revealed the winners of the RIBA Awards for International Excellence 2018 and announced the RIBA International Emerging [...]RIBA Yorkshire Housing Group08/05/2018Helen O’Reilly and Tomasz Romaniewicz from the Bond Bryan Sheffield Office are both delighted to be selected onto the RIBA Yorkshire Housing Group. The core purpose of [...]Disappear Here: On perspective and other kinds of space - a new commission by Sam Jacob Studio02/05/20182 May – 7 October 2018 The Architecture Gallery, RIBA, 66 Portland Place, London, W1 – Free entrance #DisappearHere Sponsored by Arper and Colt Proportion, distortion, geometry, [...]RIBA welcomes new Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government30/04/2018The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) welcomes James Brokenshire MP as the new Housing Secretary. RIBA President Ben Derbyshire says: “The RIBA welcomes James Brokenshire MP as [...]Architects’ Council of Europe votes to support RIBA motion on Mutual Recognition of Professional Qualifications23/04/2018The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), today welcomes the news that the Architects’ Council of Europe (ACE) has voted unanimously to back its motion [...]RIBA fears Hackitt review will not deliver the changes needed18/04/2018The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has raised serious concerns over the direction of the Independent Review of Building Regulations and Fire Safety, led [...]RIBAJ’s internationally renowned Eye Line competition opens for its 6th year16/04/2018Eye Line, the RIBA Journal’s acclaimed annual award for architectural image-making skills, is now open for 2018 entries. This year, the journal is also giving [...]The market seems steady, if not growing, but London and Northern Ireland remain pessimistic due to Brexit uncertainty28/03/2018The Royal Institute of British Architects’ (RIBA) Future Trends Workload Index continued recovery this month, rising from +12 in January 2018 up to +17 in [...]Fourteen buildings shortlisted for RIBA South East Awards 201826/03/2018Fourteen buildings have been shortlisted for RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects) South East Awards 2018. There were 43 buildings entered in the region, which [...]RIBA responds to the Government’s Spring Statement19/03/2018The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) responds to the Spring Statement in which the Chancellor, Philip Hammond, gave an update on the UK economy. [...]RIBA leads construction industry initiative to improve building quality08/03/2018The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) President Ben Derbyshire, Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) Past-President Paul Nash, and Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) [...]RIBA announces new student funding schemes with record funds08/03/2018The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has today announced that students enrolling in RIBA Part 1 and Part 2 courses in September 2018 will [...]RIBA responds to revised NPPF05/03/2018The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) welcomes several of the revisions made to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) outlined by the Prime Minister [...]2018 RIBA Norman Foster Travelling Scholarship now open09/02/2018The 2018 Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Norman Foster Travelling Scholarship opens today and welcomes applications from architecture students enrolled in schools of architecture around the [...]The RIBA Norman Foster Travelling Scholarship 2018 welcomes entries from students around the world09/02/2018The 2018 Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Norman Foster Travelling Scholarship opens today and welcomes applications from Architecture students enrolled in schools of architecture [...]RIBA presents two panel discussions on housing01/02/2018Royal Gold Medal 2018 – Neave Brown: Building a Legacy Social Housing Debate Thursday 1 February, 7-9.30pm, RIBA Pioneering British architect Neave Brown very sadly [...]Architects left 2017 with an uplift in confidence despite continuing Brexit concerns30/01/2018The Royal Institute of British Architects’ (RIBA) Future Trends Workload Index made a strong recovery in the final month of 2017, rising from -1 in [...]Neave Brown 1929-201817/01/2018The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has reacted to the death of Neave Brown, the celebrated Modernist architect. RIBA President Ben Derbyshire presented Neave [...]RIBA International long list announced16/01/2018The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced the RIBA International List 2018, a new biennial selection of the world’s best new buildings. The [...]Architects confidence in their future work prospects falls as 2017 ends20/12/2017The RIBA Future Trends Staffing Index has also dropped, entering negative territory for the first time this year. The Royal Institute of British Architects’ (RIBA) [...]RIBA responds to Interim Report of the Independent Review of Building Regulations and Fire Safety18/12/2017The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has welcomed the publication of Dame Judith Hackitt’s Interim Report but has highlighted the need to go much further, specifically [...]RIBA announces the RIBA International List 201813/12/2017The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced the RIBA International List 2018, a new biennial selection of the world’s best new buildings. The [...]RIBA elects fifteen new Fellow Members07/12/2017The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) have today (Thursday 7 December) announced the 2018 cohort of Fellow Members. Fellowships have been approved for fifteen [...]Architecture’s £4.8bn contribution to UK economy at risk if Government botches Brexit07/12/2017The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) is warning of the economic consequences of a bad or no deal Brexit for the architecture sector in a new [...]RIBA reveals winners for 2017 President's Awards for Research06/12/2017The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced the winner of the 2017 RIBA President’s Medal for Research for the best research project, submitted to the RIBA President’s [...]RIBA reveals the world’s best student projects of 201706/12/2017A proposal to build ’room boxes’ on top of London’s terraced houses in response to the housing crisis and a design for a school damaged [...]Weakening business confidence leads to caution amongst commercial clients04/12/2017The October 2017 Royal Institute of British Architects’ (RIBA) Future Trends Workload Index reveals workloads remain steady but architects fear businesses are commissioning fewer new commercial [...]A contemporary vision of the English country house: Caring Wood wins RIBA House of the Year 201728/11/2017The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) is pleased to announce that Caring Wood by James Macdonald Wright and Niall Maxwell is the RIBA House of the [...]RIBA responds to Industrial Strategy28/11/2017The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has welcomed the Government’s new Industrial Strategy, but CEO Alan Vallance has made it clear the Institute sees this as the start, [...]RIBA House of the Year shortlist sees addition of two more of the UK’s best new homes21/11/2017The Quest, a discreet, accessible single-story home in Dorset and Newhouse of Auchengree, a zinc-clad contemporary farmhouse in North Ayrshire, have been shortlisted for the 2017 RIBA House of the Year award. [...]Uplift in confidence for British architects16/11/2017The September 2017 RIBA Future Trends Workload Index recovers recent lost ground. The Royal Institute of British Architects’ (RIBA) monthly Future Trends workload index – [...]Two more of the UK’s best new homes are added to the RIBA House of the Year shortlist15/11/2017Ness Point, a house that appears to grow out of its dramatic setting on the White Cliffs of Dover, and 6 Wood Lane, an exuberant, and quirky self-build home, have been shortlisted for the 2017 RIBA House of the Year award. The projects in the running for the UK’s [...]Two of the UK’s best new homes shortlisted for 2017 RIBA House of the Year award08/11/2017Two projects which revive local building traditions, Caring Wood, a modern vision of the ‘English country house’ in rural Kent and Shawm House, a self-build masterpiece amongst the [...]‘The Houseboat’ wins 20th Stephen Lawrence Prize02/11/2017The 2017 Stephen Lawrence Prize, now in its twentieth year, has been awarded to The Houseboat, designed in collaboration with Meredith Bowles of Mole Architects and executive architect Rebecca [...]Hastings Pier wins the 2017 RIBA Stirling Prize for architecture31/10/2017The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has awarded the 2017 RIBA Stirling Prize, sponsored by Almacantar, to Hastings Pier by dRMM Architects. The RIBA [...]RIBA calls for progressive UK immigration policy post-Brexit30/10/2017The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has today published a new policy paper recommending the creation of a post-Brexit immigration system that ensures the [...]New book from RIBA celebrates 25th anniversary of Hodder + Partners23/10/2017Contextualising the work of influential architectural practice, Hodder + Partners is the subject of the latest book from the Royal Institute of British Architecture (RIBA). [...]RIBA submits evidence and recommendations to the Independent Review of Building Regulations and Fire Safety20/10/2017The RIBA has submitted its response and recommendations to the call for evidence from the Independent Review of Building Regulations and Fire Safety, led by Dame [...]RIBA North reveals winter programme of exhibitions and events17/10/2017RIBA North, the new national architecture centre in Liverpool announces its winter programme of exhibitions and events The new season opens with Cerámica (28 October [...]Interior design: An insight from the inside16/10/2017The boundaries of what constitutes interior design are becoming increasingly blurred. In fact, it’s a profession that, up until fairly recently, has struggled to be [...]Economic and political unpredictability reflected in the August 2017 RIBA Future Trends survey12/10/2017The Royal Institute of British Architects’ (RIBA) monthly Future Trends workload index – a tool used to measure RIBA members’ confidence in the market for [...]RIBA reveals shortlists for 2017 President's Awards for Research06/10/2017The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced the shortlists for the 2017 President’s Awards for Research. The annual awards celebrate the best research [...]RIBA opens its monumental installation for Hull City of Culture 201705/10/2017A Hall for Hull with ‘Trois Points de Vue’ – a joint commission from The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and Hull UK City of Culture 2017 – has [...]RIBA responds to Prime Minister Theresa May's speech to Conservative Party Conference05/10/2017RIBA President Ben Derbyshire said: "Earlier this week the RIBA awarded Neave Brown the Royal Gold Medal, architecture’s highest accolade, for his outstanding work in [...]RIBA International Fellows 2018 unveiled02/10/2017The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) today (Thursday 28 September) announced the 2018 RIBA International Fellowships which will be awarded to 10 non-UK architects. [...]Neave Brown wins Royal Gold Medal for architecture28/09/2017The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) is pleased to announce Neave Brown will receive the 2018 Royal Gold Medal, the UK’s highest honour for [...]Hayhurst & Co. announced for new Clore Learning Centre at RIBA HQ28/09/2017Following a RIBA competition, Hayhurst & Co. has been chosen to design the new flagship Clore Learning Centre at the RIBA’s Grade II* listed headquarters [...]Pablo Bronstein show unveiled at RIBA25/09/2017The RIBA is delighted to present Pablo Bronstein: Conservatism, or The Long Reign of Pseudo Georgian Architecture, 21 September 2017 – 11 February 2018 - the [...]Interior design: An insight from the inside13/09/2017The boundaries of what constitutes interior design are becoming increasingly blurred. In fact, it’s a profession that, up until fairly recently, has struggled to be [...]New book from RIBA and SPAB explores how to breathe new life in to old buildings13/09/2017The aesthetic benefits of marrying old buildings with good architectural design are being celebrated in a new book from RIBA Publishing. New Design for Old [...]Architects’ confidence recovers some lost ground in July 2017 Future Trends survey11/09/2017The RIBA Future Trends workload index bounced back a little in July 2017, following a dip in June; the balance figure stands at +14 (up [...]2017 Stephen Lawrence Prize shortlist revealed08/09/2017The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has today (Thursday 7 September) announced the shortlist for the Stephen Lawrence Prize, which is now in its [...]Stephen Lawrence Prize 2017 shortlist announced07/09/2017A converted factory art venue, a house mimicking an upturned ship’s hull and a forestry centre are among the six shortlisted schemes for the 2017 [...]Book explores how to breathe new life into old buildings31/08/2017The aesthetic benefits of marrying old buildings with good architectural design are being celebrated in a new book from RIBA Publishing. New Design for Old [...]RIBA and Hull 2017 put architecture centre stage in City of Culture year17/08/2017The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and Hull UK City of Culture 2017 have jointly commissioned Chile-based architects Pezo von Ellrichshausen and Swiss artist Felice Varini [...]Six buildings go head-to-head for the RIBA Stirling Prize 201720/07/2017The shortlist for the prestigious 2017 RIBA Stirling Prize for the UK’s best new building has been announced. The six shortlisted buildings will now go head-to-head for [...]Signs of steady demand for architects in RIBA Future Trends survey for May 201706/07/2017The Royal Institute of British Architects’ (RIBA) monthly Future Trends workload index – a tool used to measure RIBA members’ confidence in the market for [...]The RIBA International Prize Launches a Second Edition with Grand Jury led by Elizabeth Diller05/07/2017 The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced the second edition of the RIBA International Prize, the highly prestigious award for the world’s best new [...]RIBA statement on Design for Fire Safety29/06/2017Starting in the early hours of 14 June 2017 a devastating fire at Grenfell Tower in Kensington, London caused a significant number of fatalities. This [...]RIBA research shows how architects can build professional resilience19/06/2017The RIBA and NBS have today (16 June) revealed the findings of detailed research into how practices and professionals have successfully adapted to changes in [...]RIBA North opens in Liverpool19/06/2017A new architecture centre for the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) opened in Liverpool on 17 June. The centre, RIBA North, is designed by [...]RIBA opens new national architecture centre, RIBA North, in Liverpool on 17 June 201715/06/2017The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) opens a new national architecture centre, RIBA North, on 17 June on the Liverpool Waterfront. RIBA North, designed [...]Some of the world's most innovative architects gather in London on 4 July to debate the future of our cities13/06/2017Leading names include this year’s Serpentine Pavilion designer Francis Kéré, British giants Amanda Levete and Sir David Chipperfield, New York architect Elizabeth Diller responsible for the High Line, radical Odile Decq and fast-rising global [...]Architects confidence in future work prospects remains stable – buoyed by house extensions says RIBA31/05/2017The Royal Institute of British Architects’ (RIBA) monthly Future Trends workload index, a tool used by the Institute to measure member’s confidence in the economy, [...]RIBA urges next Government to build a global Britain26/05/2017The next Government must build new communities across the country and keep secure the UK’s position as the global leader in architecture and design innovation [...]RIBA opens 2017 President's Awards for Research with special housing category11/05/2017The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) is calling for entries from students, academics and practitioners to the 2017 RIBA President's Awards for Research. The [...]Architects see confidence levels rise in March 2017 RIBA Future Trends survey02/05/2017The Royal Institute of British Architects’ (RIBA) monthly Future Trends workload index gained strength in March 2017 (rising to +22 from +16 in February 2017). [...]RIBA International Week (3-7 July 2017)19/04/2017RIBA International Week will take place from 3 - 7 July 2017, with a programme of events and keynote speeches around the theme of the [...]RIBA to open new national architecture centre in Liverpool in June 201727/03/2017The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) will open a new national architecture centre, RIBA North, on 17 June on the Liverpool Waterfront. RIBA North, [...]Cautious optimism about future workloads – RIBA Future Trends January survey27/02/2017The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Future Trends workload index rose in January 2017, increasing to +24 (up from +17 in December 2016). Overall [...]What UK architects really think about Brexit - according to RIBA survey09/02/2017Results from the most comprehensive post-referendum survey of architects have been published by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) on 8th February. The RIBA [...]Brazilian architect receives Royal Gold Medal08/02/2017The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), on behalf of Her Majesty The Queen, presented Paulo Mendes da Rocha with the 2017 Royal Gold Medal [...]RIBA responds to Government’s Housing White Paper07/02/2017The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has responded to the UK Government’s Housing White Paper published 7th February 2017. Speaking today, RIBA President Elect [...]RIBA and Foster + Partners launch 2017 Travelling Scholarship with increased funds19/01/2017The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and Foster + Partners are inviting applications for the 2017 RIBA Norman Foster Travelling Scholarship. Schools of architecture [...]Winners of RIBAJ’s Rising Stars in association with Origin revealed04/01/2017Winners of the prestigious RIBAJ Rising Stars awards in association with Origin have been revealed. The international awards, organised by RIBA Journal and sponsored by [...]Whimsical Edinburgh home is RIBA House of the Year16/12/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced Thursday 15 December 2016 that Murphy House in Edinburgh by Richard Murphy Architects is the 2016 RIBA [...]RIBA House of the Year shortlist grows with addition of two more of the UK’s best new homes09/12/2016The Garden House, a home-cum-studio in Hackney with an innovative roof garden, and Modern Mews, a remodelling of the traditional mews house are the latest [...]RIBA Future Trends forecast reveals architects expect recovery to continue07/12/2016The RIBA Future Trends workload index rose significantly in October 2016, to +16 (up from +8 in September). Despite the sustained increase, the workload index [...]Two of the UK’s best new homes shortlisted for RIBA House of the Year award05/12/2016Murphy House, a rare and contemporary house in Edinburgh's Unesco World Heritage listed New Town and Covert House, a semi-underground home in Clapham, south London [...]Professor Christine Hawley wins 2016 RIBA Annie Spink Award05/12/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has today (2 December 2016) announced the winner of the 2016 RIBA Annie Spink Award for excellence in [...]Two of the UK’s best homes shortlisted for RIBA House of the Year award25/11/2016Ansty Plum, a 1960s modernist house in rural Wiltshire that has been lovingly renovated and sensitively extended to reduce its carbon emissions by 80 per [...]UTEC university campus in Peru by Grafton Architects wins the inaugural 2016 RIBA International Prize for the world’s best new building24/11/2016The Universidad de Ingeniería y Tecnología (UTEC) in Lima, designed by Grafton Architects, has won the first ever RIBA International Prize. Setting a new global [...]RIBA’s survey of clients offers opportunities for agile architects15/11/2016The results of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) ‘Working With Architects’ survey, which highlights how architects are perceived by construction clients, has been [...]Architects' workload confidence stabilises - RIBA04/11/2016Archtiects' confidence stabilised in September but remained lower than levels recorded prior to the EU referendum in June, the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Future [...]RIBA announces six buildings in running for new global prize for architecture27/10/2016The six finalists for the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) International Prize 2016 have been announced today (Thursday 27 October). The buildings will now [...]Caruso St John wins 2016 RIBA Stirling Prize07/10/2016Caruso St John Architects has won the 2016 RIBA Stirling Prize for the UK’s best building, the first time the practice has received the award. [...]RIBA names 12 new International Fellows30/09/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) today (Thursday 29 September) announced the 2017 RIBA International Fellowships which will be awarded to twelve non-UK architects, [...]RIBA announces 2017 Honorary Fellowships30/09/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has today (Thursday 29 September) announced the 2017 RIBA Honorary Fellowships, which will be awarded to eighteen individuals [...]RIBA reveals shortlist for 2016 President's Awards for research27/09/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) announced the shortlist for the 2016 President’s Awards for Research. The annual awards celebrate the best research in [...]RIBA Future Trends survey shows post-referendum volatility27/09/2016In August, the RIBA Future Trends workload index rose after suffering in the first month following the UK referendum on membership of the EU. Despite [...]Secure post-Brexit access to a skilled workforce or risk a construction crisis, professional bodies warn Government15/09/2016Brexit Minister, David Davis has been warned that the UK’s construction skills crisis could severely worsen, if the Government does not take steps to ensure [...]Architects’ confidence shaken by Brexit, says RIBA05/09/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects’ (RIBA) revealed UK architects are worried about their future workloads in the aftermath of Britain's vote to leave the EU [...]Ben Derbyshire elected as next RIBA president09/08/2016Chair of HTA Design Ben Derbyshire will be the next president of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) following his successful election this week. He [...]RIBA sets out challenges and opportunities facing UK architects after Brexit vote27/07/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has published a new policy briefing highlighting five challenges and five opportunities for architects and architecture in the [...]RIBA awards £75,000 to support architectural research27/07/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has today announced the recipients of the RIBA Research Trust Awards, the RIBA LKE Ozolins Studentship and the [...]Architecture student Boon Yik Chung awarded 2016 RIBA AHR Stephen Williams Scholarship18/07/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and AHR have announced Boon Yik Chung as the 2016/17 winner of the RIBA AHR Stephen Williams Scholarship. [...]2016 RIBA Stirling Prize shortlist revealed14/07/2016The shortlist for the prestigious 2016 RIBA Stirling Prize for the UK’s best new building has been announced today (Thursday 14 July). Six buildings will [...]Northern Ireland's Building of the Year announced23/06/2016The Royal Society of Ulster Architects (RSUA) has awarded the Liam McCormick Prize for Northern Ireland’s Building of the Year to ‘House at Maghera’, in [...]House envy? 20 extraordinary new British homes in the running for the 2016 RIBA House of the Year23/06/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced the longlist for the 2016 RIBA House of the Year Award, the UK’s most prestigious award [...]UK's best new buildings revealed23/06/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has today, Thursday 23 June, announced the winners of the 2016 RIBA National Awards, the most rigorous and [...]Architects’ confidence continues in North of England22/06/2016North of England practices are most confident about increasing workloads Private housing continues to dominate overall growth Public sector workloads yet to see improvement The [...]Michael Manser dies aged 8709/06/2016Pioneering Modernist Michael Manser passed away yesterday, 8 June, the Royal Institute of British Architecture (RIBA) has confirmed. The former RIBA President died after suffering a [...]RIBA chooses Patrik Schumacher as keynote speaker for Nottingham conference03/06/2016Patrik Schumacher, Partner of Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA), is to deliver the keynote at the RIBA Smart Practice Conference in Nottingham. With the sudden loss [...]RIBA chooses Broadway Malyan's Mann Island for new national centre03/06/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) will open a new national architecture centre, RIBA North, in August on the Waterfront in Liverpool. The centre will [...]UK architect workloads growing at home and overseas – RIBA Future Trends survey03/06/2016Increased revenue from projects outside the UK compared with 2013 North of England leads the way in future workload predictions In April 2016 the RIBA [...]2016 RIBA president’s awards will reflect current research01/06/2016The RIBA has announced the judges for the President’s Awards for Research 2016. The awards’ new programme provides the opportunity for practice-based researchers and academics [...]RIBA welcomes nominations for inspiring teaching - Annie Spink Award for architectural education26/05/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) is inviting nominations for the Annie Spink Award for outstanding contribution to architectural education. The award is funded [...]RIBA reveals judges for 2016 president's awards for research26/05/2016The RIBA has announced the judges for the President’s Awards for Research 2016. The judging panel bringing together experts from academia and practice are: Peter [...]RIBA joins Global Alliance for Urban Crises23/05/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has become a member of the Global Alliance for Urban Crises, which was launched earlier today during the [...]At Home in Britain: Designing the House of Tomorrow18/05/2016At Home in Britain: Designing the House of Tomorrow re-examines how we live and showcases thought-provoking ideas for future housing design. Taking the cottage, terrace [...]RIBA urges the Government to review programme of building new schools11/05/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects has highlighted the need of an urgent review to the Government's current programme of building new schools in its latest [...]Iconic bunker building honoured with architectural awards06/05/2016Liverpool’s iconic ‘Bunker’ Building – the former headquarters of Littlewoods – has been commended for its architectural excellence at the prestigious Royal Institute of British [...]Winners of the RIBA London 2016 awards announced05/05/2016A new home for the Ravens in the Tower of London; a Japanese-take on the London terraced house; and a new centre of excellence for [...]Perfect take-off for Munich"s new satellite terminal28/04/2016Munich Airport's new satellite terminal got offto a smooth start yesterday. In its first day of operation, the facility handled a total of 20,000 passengers [...]Six Yorkshire buildings win RIBA Architecture Awards22/04/2016Six outstanding new Yorkshire buildings won RIBA Yorkshire Awards from the Royal Institute of British Architects at a prestigious awards ceremony held last night (Thursday [...]Ten North West projects win RIBA Regional Awards21/04/2016RIBA North West last night (Wednesday 20 April 2016) announced that ten projects were winners of 2016 RIBA Regional Awards, in recognition of their architectural [...]RIBA: East of England architecture winners revealed18/04/2016A social housing scheme in Essex and an eco community centre in Cambridgeshire are among twelve buildings to win one of this year’s RIBA East [...]Architects respond to Green deal investigation14/04/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has responded to the results of the 'Investigation into the Department of Energy & Climate Change’s loans to [...]RIBA launches 2016 funding for new architecture research13/04/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) is calling for applications from students, academics and practitioners interested in conducting research in architecture during 2016/17. The [...]RIAS announces strong Scottish shortlist for RIAS/RIBA Awards 201601/04/2016The Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) has announced a 23 strong shortlist for its 2016 awards. The judging panel for this year, chaired [...]RIBA pays tribute to 'visionary' Dame Zaha Hadid01/04/2016Zaha Hadid Architects have confirmed that Dame Zaha Hadid, DBE died suddenly in Miami in the early hours of Thursday morning. She had contracted bronchitis earlier [...]RIBA Future Trends February survey reveals architects’ confidence remains steady31/03/2016The RIBA Future Trends Workload Index decreased in February yet remained in firmly positive territory (down to +21, from +29 in January). Large practices (51+ [...]RIBA calls for entries to £5,000 AHR Stephen Williams scholarship 2016/1730/03/2016The RIBA is calling for applications to the RIBA AHR Stephen Williams Scholarship 2016/17. The scholarship provides £5,000 and a mentor from AHR to support [...]2016 RIBA Wren Insurance Association Scholarships open for entries24/03/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and the architects’ professional indemnity insurance mutual, The Wren Insurance Association Limited (the Wren), have today announced the [...]Six buildings shortlisted for 2016 Welsh Architecture Awards23/03/2016The Royal Society of Architects in Wales (RSAW) has announced that six buildings have been shortlisted for the RSAW Welsh Architecture Awards - the first [...]RIBA announces details on Designing the House of Tomorrow exhibition - 18 May - 29 Aug23/03/2016At Home in Britain: Designing the House of Tomorrow re- examines how we live and showcases thought-provoking ideas for future housing design. Taking the cottage, [...]Shortlisted projects announced for the 2016 RIBA London Regional Awards03/03/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects has announced that 68 buildings in the Capital have been shortlisted for the 2016 RIBA London Awards. All shortlisted [...]Record number of buildings in East England shortlisted for RIBA architecture awards02/03/2016RIBA East today announced that it has shortlisted 25 projects for this year’s Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Regional Awards, the most ever to [...]Eleven buildings shortlisted for RIBA North East 2016 Awards02/03/2016RIBA North East today announced that it has shortlisted eleven new and exciting projects stretching from Hexham down to Middlesbrough. Having shortlisted from 23 entries, [...]Eight projects shortlisted for RIBA Regional Awards in the West Midlands02/03/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects has today announced the West Midlands shortlist for its annual Awards. Following the success of the Library of Birmingham [...]16 buildings shortlisted for RIBA Awards in the South West02/03/2016RIBA South West today announced a shortlist of sixteen new and exciting buildings for the RIBA Awards in the region. Having shortlisted from forty nine [...]RIBA announces 2016 Yorkshire Award shortlist02/03/2016Twelve buildings have been shortlisted for a 2016 RIBA Yorkshire Award by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) including a monastery, two University libraries, an art [...]RIBA launches Future Leaders Programme for aspiring architects02/03/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced details for a series of new seminars dedicated to the up-and-coming architects poised to take the [...]RIBA: New Year brings increased confidence for architects25/02/2016The RIBA Future Trends Workload Index bounced back strongly in January 2016, rising to +29 (up from +15 in December 2015). Increased workload optimism was [...]RIBA responds to House of Lords 'Building better places' report22/02/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has responded to the ‘Building better places’ report published today (Friday, 19 February 2016) by the House of [...]Shigeru Ban to speak at RIBA – his first UK talk in seven years16/02/2016In partnership with the Japan Foundation, the RIBA is proud to host a lecture by the 2014 Pritzker Prize Laureate Shigeru Ban on Tuesday 23 [...]RIBA President comments on Garden Bridge procurement row10/02/2016The President of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), Jane Duncan, has given the following comment to The Architects’ Journal regarding the procurement of [...]RIBA announce bursary winners08/02/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced (5th February) the winners of the 2016/17 RIBA Part 2 bursary scheme, supporting students of architecture looking [...]Fresh ideas sought for future of RIBA's HQ at 66 Portland Place04/02/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has launched an open consultation on the future use of its landmark Art Deco HQ building in central [...]Dame Zaha Hadid receives Royal Gold Medal for architecture04/02/2016On Wednesday 3 February, globally-renowned architect Dame Zaha Hadid received the 2016 Royal Gold Medal for architecture, the first woman to be awarded the prestigious [...]Future Trends Survey: End of 2015 brings further drop in architects’ confidence28/01/2016Drop may be associated with typical reduction in new enquiries received by practices at this time of year Large practices remain the most optimistic about [...]World-first as RIBA seeks design ideas for Moorside nuclear development28/01/2016In a World-first, designers from across the globe are being asked to come up with architecture and landscape ideas for Europe’s largest new nuclear power [...]RIBA launches The RIBA International Prize27/01/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced a new global architecture award for the world’s best new building. The RIBA International Prize will [...]RIBA President responds to Prime Minister pledge to transform Sink Estates11/01/2016Prime Minister David Cameron has announced that some of the country’s most run-down housing estates will be replaced with attractive and safe homes. Country’s worst [...]RIBA welcomes new homes funding and calls for amendment to Housing and Planning Bill05/01/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has welcomed the Government’s recent commitments to increasing the numbers of new build houses, including today’s announcement on [...]End of year bounce for architects in latest RIBA Future Trends Survey21/12/2015The RIBA Future Trends Workload Index increased significantly in November, rising to +27 (up from +18 in October); this suggests that confidence levels within the [...]RIBA heralds housing design trends for 201617/12/2015Thinking of building a big house extension or your own home in 2016? You aren’t alone! The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has published new [...]RIBA launches new global architecture award08/12/2015The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) announces a major new prize to discover the world’s best new buildings and to celebrate the value of [...]Over 50% of new-build homes are too small for families02/12/2015More than half of the new homes being built today are not big enough to meet the needs of the people who buy them, according [...]Value of architects work in progress up but caution remains26/11/2015Value of work in progress up but caution remains as RIBA Future Trends workload index dips in October. Value of work in progress 4 per [...]RIBA House of the Year uses British marble26/11/2015The RIBA House of the Year 2015 Winner was the Flint House which used British stone supplied by Britannicus Stone for both exterior and interior [...]UK's best new house - Rothschild's Flint House crowned 2015 RIBA house of the year26/11/2015The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) was delighted to announce, on the evening of the 25th November, Flint House as the winner of the coveted [...]RIBA House of the Year shortlist grows with addition of one of the UK’s best new homes19/11/2015Levring House by Jamie Fobert Architects, a sophisticated contemporary house on a tight corner site in a central London mews, is the latest home to [...]Two more of the UK’s best new homes shortlisted for RIBA House of the Year award12/11/2015An experimental London house incorporating the walls of a 19th century stable into its split-wing design (Kew House) and Vaulted House, a sophisticated family house [...]Two of the UK’s best new homes shortlisted for RIBA House of the Year award04/11/2015Flint House, a dramatic and innovative new house on a country estate in Buckinghamshire and Sussex House an elegant villa in the Sussex countryside have [...]RIBA Future Trends survey for September: caution remains over public sector work29/10/2015The RIBA Future Trends Workload Index was unchanged in September 2015, with the balance figure remaining at +21. Practices remain firmly positive about overall workload [...]RIBA and Draisci Studio bring a splash of colour to MIPIM UK with eye catching Visitor Lounge installation22/10/2015The Royal Institute of British Architects’ (RIBA) London region has revealed its ‘RIBA MIPIM UK Visitor Lounge,’ designed by architecture practice, Draisci Studio. The temporary [...]Burntwood School wins 2015 RIBA Stirling Prize16/10/2015Burntwood School, a large comprehensive girls’ school in Wandsworth, London by Allford Hall Monaghan Morris (AHMM) has won the coveted RIBA Stirling Prize 2015 for [...]Better client & architect relationships to be championed at colourful MIPIM UK Visitors Lounge08/10/2015Delegates to MIPIM UK are in for a visual feast when they attend the UK’s largest gathering of property and real estate professionals later this [...]Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) announces 9 new International Fellowships24/09/2015The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) announced the 2016 RIBA International Fellowships which will be awarded to nine non-UK architects, of whom two are [...]Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) announces 2016 Honorary Fellowships24/09/2015The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced the 2016 RIBA Honorary Fellowships, which will be awarded to fourteen individuals (of whom two are [...]RIBA Future Trends Survey for August 2015 shows pause after optimistic summer for architects24/09/2015Large practices reach a plateau, with no expected change in workload Confidence in private housing sector weakens Growth in workloads still positive at 8 per [...]RIBA Future Trends Survey results for July 2015 present note of caution for architecture practices27/08/2015July sees fall in both workload and staffing forecasts. Optimism remains as staffing levels are higher than a year ago. After a record high forecast [...]Innovative student design receives architectural awards06/08/2015Three architecture students, from Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge University Department of Architecture and Norwich University of the Arts, have been recognised for their achievements by [...]RIBA Future Trends Survey for June 2015 reveals workload forecast at all-time high22/07/2015Under-employment for architects at record low Workload and staffing forecasts the highest since the survey began in 2009 In June 2015, the RIBA Future Trends [...]Architecture on Display: 13 captivating installations unveiled for the RIBA Regent Street Windows Project, 7th-27th September21/07/2015This week, the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) unveils the concept designs for 13 unique installations that will bring to life 13 shop windows [...]2015 RIBA Stirling Prize for the UK's best new building - shortlist announcement16/07/2015The shortlist for the prestigious 2015 RIBA Stirling Prize for the UK’s best new building, now in its 20th year, has been announced on Thursday [...]RIBA responds to government's productivity plan15/07/2015The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has on the 10th July 2015 responded to the Government's Productivity Plan, 'Fixing the Foundations: Creating a More [...]RIBA London announces Trade Mission to Australia07/07/2015The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) London Region has announced details for its upcoming Trade Mission to Australia. The Trade Mission will start on [...]RIBA Future Trends Survey for May 2015 – growth predicted despite fall in public sector workloads24/06/2015The RIBA Future Trends Workload Index was virtually unchanged in May 2015 (at +37, up from +36 in April). Practices in the north of England [...]The UK’s best new buildings – 2015 RIBA National Award winners announced19/06/2015The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2015 RIBA National Awards, the most rigorous and prestigious awards [...]RIBA National Award winners are announced with inspirational new housing the stand-out trend for 201518/06/2015The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2015 RIBA National Awards, the most rigorous and prestigious awards [...]Charles Holland to give RIBA East 2015 Spring Lecture10/03/2015The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) East is delighted to announce that Charles Holland, architect, teacher and writer will deliver the 2015 RIBA East [...]Sixteen buildings in the East of England shortlisted for RIBA architecture awards10/03/2015A multi-storey car park in Cambridge has joined private homes, further education facilities and artists’ studios on a list of sixteen projects shortlisted in the [...]Five shortlisted designs for the Bristol Arena revealed02/02/2015Five shortlisted designs for the £90 million Bristol Arena have been revealed following a Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) International Design Competition. The five [...]Mackintosh Architecture exhibition26/01/2015The Scottish architect, artist and designer, Charles Rennie Mackintosh (1868 – 1928) is celebrated worldwide. Yet during his lifetime his career was marked as much [...]Stormy Castle in Wales is Britain's best new home – RIBA Manser Medal 201418/11/2014The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has this evening (Thursday 16 October) announced the winner of the 2014 RIBA Manser Medal, the UK’s most [...]House No 7 in Scotland wins the 2014 Stephen Lawrence Prize18/11/2014The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has this evening (Thursday 16 October) awarded House No 7 by Denizen Works the 2014 RIBA Stephen Lawrence [...]RIBA to launch new range of building contracts22/10/2014The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) is launching two new and innovative building contracts next month (5 November). Designed to be used in conjunction [...]Great British Buildings Talks and Tours28/08/2014Take an exclusive look at the pick of this year’s RIBA award-winning buildings in the East region. The RIBA is inviting anyone who has an [...]RIBA announces President's Awards for Research 2014 shortlists18/07/2014The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced the shortlists for the four categories of the President’s Awards for Research 2014. The awards promote [...]Shortlist announced for 2014 RIBA Stirling Prize for the best new building17/07/2014The shortlist for the prestigious 2014 RIBA Stirling Prize for the best new building has been announced today (Thursday 17 July). The six exceptional shortlisted [...]End of cheap schools, reform of the Green Belt and liberation of under performing English cities must all feature in next Government’s hit list.02/07/2014A new report from The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has set out a number of recommendations for the next UK Government. RIBA’s report, [...]The best new buildings – 2014 RIBA National Award winners are announced20/06/2014The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has revealed the winners of the 2014 RIBA National Awards, the most rigorously-judged awards for architectural excellence. RIBA [...]The best new homes in the UK competing for the RIBA Manser Medal: longlist revealed20/06/2014The longlist for the UK’s foremost private housing design award have been revealed today (Thursday 19 June) by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). [...]Royal Institute of British Architects invites nominations for the 2014 Riba President's Medals Student Awards16/06/2014The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced the call for nominations for the 2014 RIBA President’s Medals student awards. This year, the Institute [...]Government's zero carbon exemption will stunt delivery of new homes16/06/2014The Royal Institute for British Architects (RIBA) has responded to the news expected in tomorrow’s Queen’s Speech that small housing developers will be exempt from [...]We can’t stop it raining but we can build to reduce the damage caused by flooding22/05/2014This Master class brings together leading experts in the field to give you an opportunity to see a wide variety of responses to this change, [...]Lancaster University Launches Design Competition23/04/2014An urban design competition is being launched by Lancaster University in its 50th anniversary year. The University is calling on architect-led, or landscape architect-led teams [...]‘Joyful, flamboyant and unique design’ Architect of the Year 2014, Alex de Rijke comes to talk in Cambridge10/04/2014RIBA East, in partnership with the University of Cambridge, is thrilled to be able to invite you to join us for a glass of wine [...]UK design review expert & national RIBA member reacts to Farrell Review01/04/2014Details have emerged of the 60 key points set out in Terry Farrell’s independent Review on the future of architecture and planning in the UK, [...]RIBA North West and Hobs Studio partnership announcement18/03/2014RIBA North West and Hobs Studio, part of the Hobs Reprographics plc Group, have agreed to operate in partnership during 2014 to support the development [...] RIBA influences Professional Qualifications Directive changes and outlines principles for future education reform11/12/2013The RIBA Council has supported the direction of travel of a comprehensive review into architectural education. The review is based on five principles for architectural [...]RIBA competition winners announced: design ideas for housing in the private rental market11/12/2013Following a unanimous verdict from the judges, the winners of the competition for Housing in the Private Rental Market were announced on Monday 25 November [...]An Inspirational, Modernist Home; go behind-the-scenes of some of the UKs best new buildings27/11/2013Crowbrook, an inspirational, modernist home created by Knox Bhavan Architects, has been designed as a place to live, work and to enable guests to stay [...]RIBA Competition: Design ideas for housing in the private rental market – Shortlist and designs revealed24/10/2013The Wates Group, Wates Family Enterprise Trust and the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) set the challenge in June this year seeking design ideas [...]Go behind-the-scenes of some of the UK's best new buildings02/10/2013Take an exclusive look at some of the best of this year’s RIBA award-winning buildings from the East of England. Join the architect for a [...]2013 RIBA Stirling Prize shortlist announced for the best new building19/07/2013The shortlist for the prestigious 2013 RIBA Stirling Prize for the best new building has been announced (Thursday 18 July). Six exciting and exceptional buildings [...]Winners of the 2013 RIBA Wren Insurance Association Scholarships announced15/07/2013Five talented students of architecture are to receive £5,000 each and invaluable mentoring from some of the UK’s leading architectural practices. The Royal Institute of [...]RIBA future trends survey results for May 201301/07/2013The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has published the results of the May 2013 Future Trends Survey, the monthly report into future prospects for [...] 101 foundSprinklers should be provided in all new and refurbished flats30/04/2019Influential building industry bodies have joined forces to demand that sprinklers are made mandatory in all new homes in buildings taller than 11 metres. The [...]2019 RIBA Norman Foster Travelling Scholarship now open14/03/2019The 2019 Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Norman Foster Travelling Scholarship opens today and welcomes applications from architecture students enrolled in schools of architecture [...]Sir Nicholas Grimshaw awarded The Royal Gold Medal for Architecture28/09/2018Sir Nicholas Grimshaw, renowned British architect known for his Modernist public buildings and large-scale infrastructure projects, has been named 2019 recipient of the Royal Gold [...]ASFP welcomes launch of RIBA Plan of Work for Fire Safety27/09/2018The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) is pleased to announce that the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has launched a consultation on a [...]ASFP welcomes launch of RIBA Plan of Work for Fire Safety27/09/2018The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) is pleased to announce that the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has launched a consultation on a [...]Bloomberg shortlisted for RIBA Stirling Prize19/07/2018Bloomberg’s new European headquarters, located in the heart of the City of London, features on this year’s RIBA Stirling Prize shortlist of six of the [...]Scotts of Thrapston wins RIBA award for innovative Suffolk building design07/06/2018A Northamptonshire-based company has won a major design award for its innovative work creating a new young person’s centre in Suffolk. Scotts of Thrapston, specialists [...]Fire safety experts call on government to act urgently over building safety30/04/2018In a letter to the Prime Minister, reprinted at the end of this release, leading fire safety experts and advocates have urged the government to [...]Nottingham architecture graduate wins prestigious RIBA President’s Bronze Medal08/12/2017Zheng Kangli, a 2017 graduate of Nottingham’s Department of Architecture and Built Environment (DABE), has won this year’s Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) President’s Bronze Medal [...]Bespoke Hotels urges action across hospitality industry ahead of international day of people with disability29/11/2017Ahead of the International Day of People with Disability on December 3rd, Bespoke Hotels, in association with the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), is challenging the hospitality [...]Architect wanted to help transform part of Ecobuild16/11/2017Ecobuild and the RIBA, in conjunction with Rockpanel and ROCKWOOL, have launched an open call for an architect to help transform a space at ecobuild [...]Mayor calls for emergency action on homebuilding in Budget13/11/2017Sadiq Khan has today called on the Chancellor Phillip Hammond to take emergency action to support homebuilding in the Budget – including additional funding for [...]Warwick Hall keeps on winning!25/09/2017The award-winning new build, St. John the Baptist Church in Burford, Oxfordshire undertook a bold new redevelopment project at the adjacent Grade II listed Warwick [...]New RIBA approved CPD laminate factory tour available from Formica Group14/09/2017Formica Group, the inventor of laminate, is now offering a CPD factory tour approved by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). The tour is [...]Article 50 and Architecture: how will you be affected?12/04/2017Panel debate featuring architects and politicians to drive conversation at one of the largest meetings of architects since Article 50 was triggered - 25 April [...]Confidence and excitement for Materials 2017 expressed by key media partners21/03/2017Including RIBA J, Architects’ Datafile, Premier Construction, and more Key influencers in the UK architecture and construction media industry have voiced their support for Materials [...]Winner Chosen For Taylor Wimpey's Project 2020 Competition17/02/2017The ’Infinite House’, a set of contemporary housing prototypes designed by Openstudio Architects, has won Taylor Wimpey’s Project 2020 Open Design competition, held in partnership [...]Urban Front announce Workshop Tour09/12/2016Urban Front would like to announce their Workshop Tour. The workshop Tour runs for just over an hour and incorporate the following Learning Outcomes: A good [...]VIEW POINT: Nigel Ostime29/11/2016Nigel Ostime of Hawkins\Brown Architects and chair of the RIBA Client Liaison Group discusses the group’s just-published industry survey, which has important revelations on what [...]Taylor Wimpey and RIBA shortlisted designs for Houses Of The Future25/11/2016Six innovative ideas for houses of the future have just been revealed as part of Taylor Wimpey’s Project 2020 Open Design Competition, which was launched [...]Winners in wood design: 45th Annual Wood Awards04/10/2016The winners of the 45th annual Wood Awards will be revealed in November. Ahead of the ceremony, Sarah Johnson exclusively previews the shortlisted projects in [...]Vision for University’s circa £60million campus gateway revealed28/09/2016The preferred architect has been chosen in a competition to create a new circa £60million civic square and student support centre for the University of [...]RIBA shows support for custom and self-build08/09/2016The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has shown support for self and custom-build in its latest policy document: Housing Matters: 20 Ways to Tackle [...]Brexit: Construction industry reactions to EU referendum results24/06/2016The results of the EU referendum are counted and it is revealed Britain has voted 52% against 48% in favour of a Brexit. Here we share the [...]RIBA award win for new Radian development05/05/2016One of the south’s leading housing, support and care providers, Radian, is celebrating after its new sustainable homes development in Bordon, Exhibition Mews, recently scooped [...]Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios' Red House clinches RIBA South West award05/05/2016The Red House, designed by Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios and home to Plymouth School of Creative Arts, has won a prestigious architectural RIBA South West [...]UK Construction Week champions diversity in construction16/03/2016Despite a clear business case for a more diverse workforce, the industry still lacks the understanding and leadership required to address inequality; so was the [...]New UK homes are a whole bathroom smaller than homes built in 200322/02/2016New research compiled by StoreFirst.com has found that the average size of a new home built in the UK is 4m² smaller than government guidelines [...]RIBA approved LRWA online CPD06/01/2016The Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association announces the launch of its RIBA Approved CPD presentation, exclusively available online for specifiers, architects, and surveyors. Terry Wain, [...]DRAISCI STUDIO showcases its winning design for the RIBA Visitor Lounge at MIPIM UK 201516/10/2015London-based architecture practice DRAISCI STUDIO is delighted to unveil its winning visitor lounge design for The Royal Institute of British Architects’ (RIBA) London region at [...]ISG’s Whitworth Scheme Pipped to RIBA Stirling Prize16/10/2015ISG’s extension and refurbishment of The Whitworth Gallery, designed by MUMA, missed out on taking the top prize in architecture last night - the prestigious [...]Green VMZINC for Perthshire designer home17/08/2015VMZINC PIGMENTO Green Double and Single Lock standing seams have been used on the roof and facades in Leadingham, Jameson, Rogers and Hynd’s design of East [...]Calling all architects and building professionals – have you got what it takes to be a 2016 SPAB Scholar?31/07/20152015 Scholar Joanna Daykin: "The Scholarship has been an amazing opportunity to learn about our built heritage and how we maintain it for future generations." [...]David Partridge takes over presidency of the British Council for Offices15/07/2015The British Council for Offices (BCO) today formally welcomes David Partridge as its new President. David, Managing Partner, Argent, takes over the position from Colette [...]Metal Technology products seal RIBA award-winning Manchester Student Union building14/07/2015The external facade of Manchester Metropolitan University’s Student Union building was the outstanding point which led to a 2015 RIBA Award. The design called for visual [...]Cranleigh School Commission, New building designed by Allies and Morrison13/07/2015Cranleigh School in Surrey has commissioned a design by Allies and Morrison for the Cranleigh School Teaching Building and Gatleys’ cafe project. The proposal redevelops and [...]Acoustic Shells07/07/2015A bold addition to Littlehampton's seafront, the award-winning Acoustic Shells provide a striking new civic amenity. The Acoustic Shells by Flanagan Lawrence, won in international competition, [...]Theis + Khan complete new RIBA HQ at 76 Portland Place30/06/2015The £2.89 million redevelopment project creates 3,157 sqm of workspace just a short distance from the institute’s George Grey Wornum-designed headquarters at Number 66. Conceived [...]Redrow boosts Liverpool presence29/06/2015Housing developer Redrow has appointed Faye Whiteoak as development director with specific responsibility for projects in Liverpool. Previously regional director for Gleeson Homes, Liverpool is a [...]KLC School of Design alumni, Rebecca Weir, lights the way for the BBC’s unique mobile recording studio25/06/2015KLC School of Design alumni, Rebecca Weir, Creative Director of Light IQ provided the lighting design for London architecture firm JaK Studio in conjunction with [...]Award winning architects boost team with 6 new appointments23/06/2015KLH Architects has experienced a successful first half of 2015 and as a result has welcomed six new members to the team. Appointments bring both [...]Stonyhurst Altar refurbishment project receives high praise23/06/2015Architectural and planning consultancy, Cassidy + Ashton, has successfully completed a historical marble altar refurbishment and installation project at St Peter’s Church, Stonyhurst in the [...]The London Festival of Architecture 2015 culminates with a week of leading cultural events22/06/2015Thomas Heatherwick and SelgasCano are amongst those leading the programme for the final week of the festival. The London Festival of Architecture (LFA) exists to [...]Double award-winning graduate re-joins LK2 Architects19/06/2015Following a highly successful two year master’s degree in architecture, double award-winning graduate, Luke Riggall, has re-joined LK2 Architects with a full time position as [...]Irish Library and Cultural centre is Schueco double award winner19/06/2015Dun Laoghaire Lexicon Library and Cultural Centre, Dublin, has won both the Overall Excellence Award and the Sustainability Award in the 2015 Schueco Excellence Awards. Organised by Schueco [...]London welcomes the world: the final weeks of the London Festival of Architecture 201515/06/2015London opens its doors to a host of international architectural delights this week as part of the capital’s month-long, city-wide festival, the London Festival of [...]Is the office working? The London Festival of Architecture explores the future of the workplace15/06/2015The London Festival of Architecture (LFA) continues the big workplace conversations next week with focused discussions, debates and exclusive access to the leading architects who [...]Role Models project is launched04/06/2015The RIBA this week launched the Role Models project as part of its ongoing commitment to promote diversity and inclusion and inspire a wide talent [...]Award winning Architects expand education offering with new appointment22/05/2015Award-winning Ipswich based KLH Architects have expanded their service offering by bringing on board a well-known education sector specialist. Alan Wilkinson, who has developed the [...]Fitzjames Teaching and Learning Centre wins RIBA Awards06/05/2015The Fitzjames Teaching and Learning Centre at Hazlegrove School in Somerset by London-based architects Feilden Fowles has won an RIBA South West Award 2015 and [...]Award-winning architect hopes to inspire others21/04/2015Staffordshire architect Natalie Hewitt has been honoured with a gold award for architectural design from the Leek and District Civic Society. The recognition came days [...]2015 FLUID Diversity Mentoring Programme is launched17/04/2015The 2015 FLUID Diversity Mentoring Programme was launched yesterday (14 April) at RIBA in London, where past and potential future mentors and mentees from across [...]ENO appoints architects Robin Snell and Partners to open up London Coliseum08/04/2015English National Opera (ENO) and Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) today announce the winner of the competition for the revitalisation of the ground floor [...]Construction Project Management Made Easy07/04/2015Routledge presents a new pocket book providing a solid foundation for any project manager. Managing a construction project requires a broad range of skills, from [...]London Chamber of Commerce and Industry “Delighted” to be officially supporting London Build 201501/04/2015The London Build 2015 team are proud to announce that they are now officially supported by the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI). LCCI [...]Flowcrete UK launches 'Specifying Seamless Resin Terrazzo CPD Seminar'30/03/2015Architects looking to earn CPD points while learning more about the science and beauty of terrazzo flooring can contact Flowcrete UK now to book their [...]Innovative winning design for new Bristol Arena praised by design competition panel18/03/2015Plans for the Bristol Arena have taken a dramatic step forward as the winning team is announced for the 12,000 capacity venue following an international [...]Turley secures permission for flagship LSE campus development18/03/2015Planning consultancy Turley, acting for The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), has secured a resolution to grant planning permission for a major [...]UK Construction Week launches hosted buyer programme in association with Glenigan06/03/2015Designed to offer active buyers a structured and highly effective show experience, UK Construction Week is pleased to launch its Hosted Buyers programme in association [...]Landscape Institute response to today’s announcement by the Prime Minister on the creation of a new generation of starter homes03/03/2015Joint statement from RIBA President Stephen Hodder and Landscape Institute President Noel Farrer: "Design quality needs to be at the top of the agenda for [...]National Conference shows overwhelming support for place review09/02/2015Yesterday, leading figures from local and national government, property, planning and design came together to discuss how ‘Place Reviews’ can be carried by multi-disciplinary panels [...]A striking change13/11/2014A family in Chorlton are now living in the home of their dreams after their dated 1920’s bungalow was given a stunning, modern redesign by [...]Birmingham City University’s world landscaping expert forges link with Sheffield University09/09/2014Birmingham City University’s Professor Kathryn Moore has confirmed her status as one of the leading landscape architects in the world by overcoming strong competition to [...]Manchester School of Art by Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios down to six in the RIBA Stirling Shortlist17/07/2014A major extension to the Manchester School of Art by Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios has been selected as one of six projects shortlisted for this [...]Greater collaboration needed between architects and contractors07/07/2014Projects could be delivered more effectively if architects and contractors took a more collaborative approach to design and build projects, helping to assess potential risks [...]London Festival of Architecture: 30 days putting architecture on the agenda04/07/2014As the London Festival of Architecture (LFA 2014) draws to a close, we celebrate its success and look ahead to 2015, which will build on [...]BIID congratulates award winners at AGM30/06/2014As part of its Annual General Meeting (AGM) held at RIBA’s HQ, London on Thursday 19th June, the British Institute of Interior Design (BIID) revealed [...]BIID celebrates inspirational 2014 conference26/06/2014The British Institute of Interior Design’s (BIID) annual conference, Life-Changing Design: Transforming the Human Experience (RIBA, London, Thursday 19th June), has proved a tremendous success, [...]London Festival of Architecture Week 4 Highlights23/06/2014After pointing the spotlight on the housing crisis, the future of the capital's skyline and London's evolving high streets, the final week of London Festival [...]Dominican Republic Student scoops UK construction award16/06/2014A University of Wolverhampton student from the Dominican Republic has won a national award for an essay she wrote on construction management. Angelica Salas was [...]Arup celebrates the opening of Balls installation at its London office03/06/2014A new installation called ‘Balls’ has opened in Arup’s London office which reflects how people interact with the building. The installation was created by Alma-nac [...]London Festival of Architecture, the UK’s largest annual celebration of architecture returns 1 – 30 June 201430/05/2014London Festival of Architecture (LFA), the annual, city-wide celebration of the capital’s buildings and landmarks, returns for the entire month of June with over 200 [...]China to adopt UK's green construction standards27/05/2014Buildings in China could be built to British green construction standards boosting the UK supply chain by £200 million, Business Secretary Vince Cable announced. The [...]Winner of the eighth RIBA Norman Foster Travelling Scholarship announced13/05/2014The 2014 RIBA Norman Foster Travelling Scholarship has been awarded to Joe Paxton of the Bartlett School of Architecture, University College London for his proposal, [...]A fresh look at a familiar icon - Mackintosh Architecture at The Hunterian13/05/2014A new exhibition at The Hunterian is set to challenge the customary view of Charles Rennie Mackintosh, offering a fresh look at this familiar icon. [...]Axter at the NBS National BIM library09/05/2014As a leading design focussed manufacturer of roof waterproofing systems, Axter has created, in partnership with RIBA, a series of Building Information Modelling (BIM) objects enabling [...]The London Festival of Architecture announces over 150 activities in 2014 programme of events07/05/2014The London Festival of Architecture (LFA) is 10 years old and its role within the UK architectural scene is growing. The annual, city-wide festival features [...]Sponsors line up to support BIID Conference28/04/2014The British Institute of Interior Design (BIID) is delighted to announce Roca, Miele and Crestron as the headline sponsors for its annual conference; 'Life-Changing Design: [...]Clerkenwell Design Week highlights key showroom activities28/04/2014As an international melting pot for creativity and design talent, Clerkenwell is home to some of the best design showrooms, representing leading brands from both [...]New BRE Academy to deliver training excellence for the built environment23/04/2014A newly launched BRE Academy is set to deliver world-class training and education programmes to provide all those involved in the built environment with the [...]BIID announces 2014 Honorary Fellowships15/04/2014The British Institute of Interior Design (BIID) is excited to reveal three new Honorary Fellows for 2014. Charles Jencks, Shashi Caan and Patrick Baty are [...]New industry body the Building Futures Group launches training arm08/04/2014The newly merged membership body for facilities management The Building Futures Group is today launching its new training arm Asset Skills Training (AST). Asset Skills [...]City has designs on showcase of architectural talent04/04/2014Nottingham's architectural talent will come under the spotlight next week – with a showcase of building design and conceptual work. The Nott: Just a City [...]Winners revealed at Ideal Home Show Blue Ribbon Awards 201424/03/2014Over 250 architects, house-builders, self-builders and interior designers rubbed in the Princes Crescent of the Ideal Home Show to rub shoulders to find out who [...]Architect turns to IBD for renewals in barn conversion 21/03/2014RIBA member Steve Gregory, Director at the Turnkey Design Partnership in Cirencester, has completed the conversion of an 18th century barn into a highly energy [...]Foster + Partners exhibition to open in Bangkok21/03/2014Foster + Partners: The Art of Architecture’ will be staged at the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre (BACC) from 4 April to 29 June 2014. [...]London Festival of Architecture 2014 Preview13/03/2014The London Festival of Architecture (LFA), now in its 10th year, celebrates London as a global hub of architectural practice, discussion and debate. Taking place [...]Specifying door hinges07/03/2014SIMONSWERK’s RIBA-approved CPD provides Architects with the technical knowledge for specifying the correct hinge for the right application, offering guidance on Door Specification, Legislation, Building [...]New metal web RIBA CPD07/03/2014ITW Industry, developers and system suppliers of SpaceJoist metal web floor joists, SpaceRafter metal web rafters and SpaceStud performance wall studs announce their RIBA Core [...]Online learning with the LRWA28/02/2014The LRWA (Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association) announces the launch of its RIBA approved CPD, exclusively available online for specifiers, architects, and surveyors. “Continuing Professional [...]Debrett’s announce the most influential and inspiring people in Architecture and Property in Britain today27/01/2014Debrett’s has recognised people of influence and achievement in British society for almost 250 years. In 1769, Debrett’s produced the Peerage, and from 1982, recognised [...]Acclaimed architect Daniel Libeskind presents the Stephen Lawrence 13th Annual Memorial Lecture14/10/2013Daniel Libeskind delivered keynote speech on “Architecture and Memory” Daniel Libeskind delivered the keynote speech on ”Architecture and memory” at the Stephen Lawrence 13th Annual [...]Astley Castle by Witherford Watson Mann Architects wins RIBA Stirling Prize27/09/2013Astley Castle, a groundbreaking modern holiday home inserted into the crumbling walls of an ancient moated castle, in Warwickshire by Witherford Watson Mann Architects has [...]New addition to Birmingham skyline hosts major architectural conference03/09/2013A new Birmingham landmark, The Parkside Building, will host Architects from across England and Wales at a large architectural conference on Thursday 5th September. This [...]Celebrated architects, designers and artists create unique pieces of art for 10X10: Drawing The City London exhibition and auction28/08/2013Article 25, one of the UK's leading architectural and construction aid charities, brings together world renowned artists, architects and designers to produce original artwork for [...]'Dynamic' glass CPD seminar receives RIBA approval 20/08/2013The ways in which electronically tintable glass can improve building energy performance, enable more sustainable building design and construction, and create a more comfortable environment [...]SAS International CPDs receive RIBA approval13/08/2013SAS International, a manufacturer of interior fit-out solutions, is pleased to announce that it has produced two new architectural RIBA-accredited CPDs for partitioning systems and [...]Gold Award for student architect07/08/2013A budding architect at Sheffield Hallam University has scooped a top award from the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). Suki Sehmbi, 21, was given [...]Rooflight Solutions for the Metal Building Envelope 05/08/2013We are delighted to announce that Hambleside Danelaw’s CPD seminar entitled Rooflight Solutions for the Metal Building Envelope has been assessed and is now approved [...]Tata Steel launches RIBA-approved CPD training on renewable energy technology25/07/2013Tata Steel has released a new CPD module for construction professionals, available from the Colorcoat® technical support team and created to help design teams understand [...]International experts speak on passive building technology in practice and its contribution to reducing energy demands25/06/2013An array of issues including the risks of energy dependency were raised by experts at the Chartered Institution of Building Services’ (CIBSE) Natural Ventilation Group [...] 1 foundNew RIBA HQThe new RIBA offices are reworked from what was previsouly the Institute of Physics, a 1950's building. Theis + Khan were the chosen architects, envisioning [...] 1 foundRIBA Awards 2016 ×Contact details 66 Portland Place London W1B 1AD Enquiries info@inst.riba.org
