Royal Institute of British Architects

Cuts to Level 7 apprenticeship funding risks shrinking the pipeline of young talent. Sarah Gibson MP explains what this means for the built environment. ➡️ We’re urging government to extend this funding to 25 year olds in the built environment: ow.ly/CkwC50YbMEX #NAW2026

Nominations are open for #RoyalGoldMedal 2027 🏅 Widely regarded as one of architecture’s most prestigious honours, the Royal Gold Medal counts Níall McLaughlin, Dame Zaha Hadid, and Lesley Lokko among its recipients. ➡️ Help decide who should be next: ow.ly/8oiT50YvWw4

We’ve published our response to @mhclg’s consultation on proposals for regulatory reform and the development of a single construction regulator. ➡️ Our recommendations set out how reform can ensure the built environment delivers for the public good: ow.ly/VN0L50YwLon

Wishing good health, happiness, and prosperity in the year ahead for those celebrating Persian New Year and the first day spring.

As Ramadan draws to an end, we send our warmest wishes to all those celebrating Eid al-Fitr. 📸 RIBA International Awards for Excellence 2026 shortlisted project Zebun Nessa Mosque by Saiqa Iqbal Meghna / Studio Morphogenesis. Photo credit: Asif Salman

Stay ahead with CPD that works around you. Learn at your own pace, complete courses in any order, and access all 10 topics with a single booking - with added savings through our Individual Club Ticket. ➡️ Enrol today: ow.ly/T2QV50YsTae

Sole practitioner focus: what is run-off insurance and why is it important for architects? Discover how run‑off cover protects architectural practices after trading ends and helps manage long‑term risks: ow.ly/mCfm50YsXm2

UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard explained: What Version 1 means for architects Discover how Version 1 unifies industry guidance and sets science‑based requirements for credible net‑zero buildings: ow.ly/i8gu50YsXen

This #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek, be part of change by exploring our resources, articles, and books to help you support colleagues and embed neurodiverse-friendly solutions into your design: ow.ly/evXQ50Yq4ZK #NCW2025

We are now accepting applications for our Part 2 Bursary scheme from students continuing their studies in September 2026. ➡️ Apply today: ow.ly/lEO950YsYZr

We’ve published our response to @mhclg consultations on reforms to the National Planning Policy Framework and Design and Placemaking Planning Practice Guidance. ✅ Our recommendations set out why design quality needs to be prioritised: ow.ly/UNTx50YsS9c

Design a sustainable future now 🌎 From climate literacy to retrofit and biodiversity, explore our newly curated hub with guidance and insight to help you advocate for a resilient tomorrow: ow.ly/HQOF50YsYqq

We’ve announced our Honorary Fellows for 2026 📣 Awarded every year to non-architects who have made a significant contribution to architecture, this year's cohort includes serving politicians, economists, lawyers, lecturers, artists and more: ow.ly/ElJx50YsrMj

#WomensHistoryMonth and #InternationalWomensDay provide an opportunity to reflect on our progress in tackling the structural barriers that uphold inequality and hinder women's achievements in the architecture profession and the wider built environment: ow.ly/cwZs50Yp2iI

What do architects need to know about the Construction Products Reform White Paper? Explore government construction product safety reforms that aim to strengthen regulation, compliance, and accountability: ow.ly/N2eV50Yq65Y

We are calling for a competence-led approach to built environment regulation: ow.ly/Bit450Yq88I ✅ Repeal the Architects Act ✅ Reserve activities for suitably qualified professionals ✅ Regulate through a new Built Environment Council

International Women’s Day 2026: How can architecture make AI more inclusive? Explore how architects can confront gender bias in AI to build more equitable, human‑centred design tools: ow.ly/Ghil50Yq6bx #IWD2026

Our RIBA International Awards for Excellence 2026 shortlist is here ⬇️ The shortlist features 52 projects from 5 continents, ranging from net-zero industrial hubs to refugee art centres: ow.ly/7Nr950YpcPZ #RIBAawards

How can architecture practices help colleagues who live with endometriosis? From better engagement to flexible working structures, practices can really help colleagues who live with this potentially life-changing condition: ow.ly/b1wO50Yp1OX #EndoAwarenessWeek2026

Wishing a happy and colourful to Holi to everyone celebrating! 📸 From our #RIBACollections, this topographical drawing by a 19th century Indian draftsman depicts the Shri Radha Madan Mohan temple in Vrindavan, India.

Our Principal Designer webinar series is coming to RIBA Academy this Spring 📣 Providing practitioners with a comprehensive understanding of the regulations, context and duties, including case studies for domestic and commercial schemes: ow.ly/ivaW50Ym18w