The RIAS Convention, the single most significant event in the Incorporation's annual calendar, is also one of the largest architectural conferences in Europe.

This year's Convention considers 'Influence at the Intersection', with speakers representing an extraordinary breadth of experience in art, architecture, light and landscape.

World figures, including Peter Eisenman, Charles Jencks and the philosopher Alain de Botton will contribute alongside Scots whose impact has been truly international and others from the UK and Europe whose work is helping to set the agenda for our changing planet.

At close of the Convention all delegates are invited to a drinks reception in the stimulating setting of the climbing arena itself.