Adrian Dobson

Level 7 apprenticeships are an inclusive route into the built environment. But funding cuts risk shrinking the pipeline of talent needed to achieve the government’s growth ambitions. ➡️ Join our call this #NationalApprenticeshipWeek: ow.ly/u40G50YbLZy #NAW2026

Earlier today, President Chris Williamson notified the Architects Registration Board (ARB) of his decision not to renew his registration for 2026 – a move to highlight the ineffectiveness of the current system, which regulates title alone. Find out more: ow.ly/KqJN50XHutV

The UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard aims to get everyone onboard with tough but achievable targets. @RIBAJ Stephen Cousins asks architects on three projects targeting #NetZero about their challenges, and tips for getting there: ow.ly/YW3N50V60K1

Why have we issued a Practice Note to architects about workplace wellbeing? Learn more about the new Note and how it links into the #RealLivingWage: ow.ly/cF8t50UcFQm

RIBA chartered member? Work as a designer as defined under the CDM Regulations and/or Building Safety Act on projects in England? From 2025 you will need to undertake the RIBA mandatory health and life safety test: tinyurl.com/5eunx4mz

RIBA chartered member? Completed your 2024 CPD record? RIBA chartered members are now required to submit annual records through the RIBA online CPD recording system (RIBA CPD records can also be used to demonstrate compliance with ARB CPD requirements): tinyurl.com/44fwn963

Temple of peace and health, architect: Percy Thomas. Been to Cardiff many times, didn't know about this gem.

Historic England publishes advice note on decarbonising heritage assets: Guidance for councils and heritage consultants outlines how historic buildings can be made more energy efficient without harming their significance dlvr.it/T9ynp8 #architecture #news

🤝 Last week representatives from all UK regions, branches and groups joined us at our London headquarters for our UK Members Forum, exploring the importance of being 'future conscious', both as architects and for the profession. Thank you to our sponsor @weareibstock.

Available now the RIBA Building Regulations Principal Designer Professional Services Contract: tinyurl.com/3cdj92r5

We’re conducting a survey to better understand the employment conditions of architects, such as contract status and work-life balance. ✔️ Take part by 24 July 2024 to help drive positive change: ow.ly/TN8p50SqLmF

What do architects need to know about RIBA’s new Building Regulations Principal Designer Professional Services Contract 2024? Learn more about the highly anticipated document and how architects can use it in the new regime: ow.ly/AI6T50SnmFV

There are always interesting and sometimes unexpected things to be discovered in the RIBApix archives. Spike Milligan pictured in his home in Finchley in 1957:

Get involved and sign up for our free House of Architecture member webinar to learn more about our proposals and take part in a Q&A session. 📅 6 June, 1pm to 2pm ➡️ Reserve your place: ow.ly/qn8u50S8a4v

The new role of Principal Designer gives architects the opportunity to offer comprehensive design leadership and restore them as the guiding hand of the design and construction process, says Jack Pringle @RIBA ow.ly/1PES50RkLMZ

Tomorrow we will be celebrating 100 years since we validated our first architecture course @LivUni in 1924 👏 We'll be heading to Liverpool as #RoyalGoldMedal recipient Lesley Lokko delivers a celebratory lecture reflecting on the history of architectural education.

Do you need to demonstrate to your clients your competence in relation to the new building control system - The RIBA Principal Designer Register is open for RIBA chartered members applications: tinyurl.com/3dsby2sf

We're ready for a busy few days ahead in Liverpool @UKLabour Conference. Our policy team and President @muyiwa_oki are here to represent members and demonstrate how we must improve the sustainability of the built environment if we are to reach net zero. #LabConf23 #Lab23

Excellent to see @RTPIPlanners, @RICSnews, @RIBA and @theCIOB all sharing a platform with the Housing Minister at #CPC23. The property industry needs more joined up thinking to tackle the #HousingCrisis #CPC23

Ahead of the 2024 general election, we've published a Manifesto for a Better Built Environment, calling on policymakers to place urgent focus on quality, safety and sustainability in the design and construction of UK buildings. ➡️ Download your copy: ow.ly/aJn750PS01I