Opportunities Hub: Find a project that fits your practice8 December 2023IntelligenceLatest: Architect for Stratford’s Carpenters Estate, Phase 2Latest: Architect for Stratford’s Carpenters Estate, Phase 2Region: United KingdomMore: Architecture competitionsOpportunitiesContractsJulie Butterworth
In association with HäfeleBack to black8 December 2023ProductsDesigners are specifying architectural ironmongery, fixtures and fittings in deep, dark finishes for their hotel commissionsDesigners are specifying architectural ironmongery, fixtures and fittings in deep, dark finishes for their hotel commissionsRegion: United KingdomMore: HäfeleIronmongeryDoor closersDoor furnitureArchitectural ironmongeryHotel designPremimum finishes
Playful home sits discreetly within traditional Czech facade8 December 2023BuildingsStudio Circle Growth adopts local style, sustainable materials – and funStudio Circle Growth adopts local style, sustainable materials – and funRegion: EuropeMore: Design construction & technologyStudio Circle GrowthCzech RepublicCzechiaPragueSustainable architectureJan-Carlos Kucharek
Bath council’s testbed net zero planning policy shows promise8 December 2023ProductsBath & North East Somerset initiative shows strong CO2 savings despite cost and compliance problemsBath & North East Somerset initiative shows strong CO2 savings despite cost and compliance problemsRegion: South WestMore: Net zero carbonSustainable architecturePlaces planning & communityStephen CousinsHeat pumpsLegal regulatory & statutory complianceCarbon emissionsUniversity of Bath
What can architects learn about billable work in the RIBA Business Benchmarking report?7 December 2023IntelligenceThe proportion of staff time spent on billable hours is an important contributing factor to profitabilityThe proportion of staff time spent on billable hours is an important contributing factor to profitabilityRegion: Rest of the worldMore: BusinessBusiness practiceRIBA Business Benchmarking reportRIBA Business Benchmarking SurveyBusiness clients and servicesNeal MorrisProfit and lossFees
Sustainability review: what have been architects’ biggest challenges in 2023?7 December 2023IntelligenceInteractions with clients are still key when it comes to successful sustainable projectsInteractions with clients are still key when it comes to successful sustainable projectsRegion: Rest of the worldMore: Sustainable architectureSustainableSustainablitySustainable designSustainable buildingSustainable BritainNeal MorrisClients
Architect's practice revenue up – along with costs6 December 2023IntelligenceSpectacular rise in practice income is eclipsed by higher costsSpectacular rise in practice income is eclipsed by higher costsRegion: United KingdomMore: Aziz MirzaIncome and expenditureSalariesPracticeProfit and lossBusiness clients & servicesProcurement & contractsRobbie TurnerEquality and diversity
Splendid isolation adds atmosphere to Lake Balaton's clifftop house6 December 2023BuildingsModern materials wrap ancient referencesModern materials wrap ancient referencesRegion: EuropeMore: Jan-Carlos KucharekHungaryLake BalatonKontextus StudioDesign construction & technology
PiP Transport, Infrastructure and Warehouse Architecture webinar5 December 2023ProductsTransport, Infrastructure and Warehouse Architecture webinarTransport, Infrastructure and Warehouse Architecture webinarRegion: United Kingdom
In association with AquabocciHow to create a flush finish in open areas5 December 2023ProductsLow-profile rainwater management keeps things clean and minimalist in SydneyLow-profile rainwater management keeps things clean and minimalist in SydneyRegion: United KingdomMore: AquabocciDrainsWater managementDrainage systemsChannel drainsSpecification and compliance
In association with Knauf InsulationThe lowdown on designing top-performing high-rise facades5 December 2023ProductsSpecify non-combustible insulation for additional peace of mindSpecify non-combustible insulation for additional peace of mindRegion: United KingdomMore: InsulationMineral wool insulationCladdingFacade designSpecification and complianceBuilding regulationsBuilding Safety ActApproved Document BApproved Document LKnauf Insulation
Pyramid of Tirana repurposed as symbol of Albania’s future5 December 2023BuildingsMVRDV has transformed a monument to a former dictator into a centre for tech educationMVRDV has transformed a monument to a former dictator into a centre for tech educationRegion: EuropeMore: TiranaAlbaniaMVRDVRetrofitRefurbishmentPlaces planning & communityConservation and heritage