All Future of the Profession articles – Page 8
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OpinionIt’s good to talk – and it's the only way to get the job done
The collegiate nature of working together in an office is such an important part of learning and growing, argues Martyn Evans
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OpinionWatch out for more changes as Building Safety Bill makes progress
The coming months are going to be challenging for anyone with an interest in building safety and regulation. We must be alert to more rapidly changing legislation and guidance, writes Andrew Mellor
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NewsArchitects urge governments to decarbonise global building codes
RIBA and Architects Declare publish joint report ahead of COP26
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OpinionCraftmanship is key
Eleanor Jolliffe extols the value of hands-on heritage experience and an opportunity for young architects
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OpinionThe Coach: How do we re-onboard everyone for the ‘new term’?
It’s not only new staff who will be feeling anxious, says Louise Rodgers
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FeaturesIt’s all about finding the words: opening doors for deaf architects
The absence of agreed signs for architectural terms is a major barrier for deaf people seeking to enter the profession. Chris Laing tells Elizabeth Hopkirk how he plans to change that
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OpinionWe need to talk about working in oppressive regimes
The profession’s responsibilities extend beyond the physical environment to the political, argues architect-turned-contractor Siu-Pei Choi
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OpinionCan’t get no satisfaction
Refusing to accept the status quo is the first step towards innovating our way out of the housing crisis, argues Martyn Evans
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NewsMP’s custom-build report warns of political unrest without urgent reform
Housing secretary welcomes Richard Bacon’s report which urges creation of Custom and Self-Build Housing Delivery Unit at Homes England
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FeaturesSocial value is not just for PQQs but should infuse your whole culture
Michael Squire explains how moving to Brixton from King’s Cross triggered a new approach to community engagement for his practice
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NewsArb asks architects to help shape new professional development system
Future of CPD ‘cannot be designed in an ivory tower’
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FeaturesInterview: Nicholas Boys Smith on design, deregulation and the Office for Place
There are few topics more controversial than planning reform and placemaking and few people more passionate about them than the chair of the new Office for Place. He talks to Joey Gardiner
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NewsHydrogen could play key role in heating buildings, says government
But much research remains to be done, long-awaited strategy admits
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NewsGovernment to quiz architects about future of the profession
Three-month call for evidence includes questions on whether Arb is fit for purpose
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NewsNew Office for Place is ‘not Cabe 2’, says government design advisor
Nicholas Boys Smith says body will accredit new local design codes
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OpinionOn building safety, professional qualifications should count
The new safety bill aims to mandate competence, but it would make much more sense to mandate qualifications
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OpinionThe Coach: How can I get my team to contribute in meetings?
Louise Rodgers on how not to stifle people
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NewsArchitects urge government to engage over climate emergency
Steve Tompkins calls for ‘collective courage’ to act on IPCC report