Planning Permissions and the Localism Act

19 Jun 11 - 19 Jun 12

The Localism Act represents the first major legislative change to embody the Coalition Government's localism principles.

Albertopolis: The Development of South Kensington and the Exhibition Road Cultural Quarter

26 Nov 11 - 29 Apr 12

Drawing on previously unseen objects from the V&A and RIBA collections, this display charts the development of South Kensington and the Exhibition Road Cultural Quarter from 1851 to the present day. It focuses on how the site became the architectural embodiment of Prince Albert's ambitious cultural aspirations.

Pugin bicentenary celebrations

1 Mar 12 - 1 Dec 12

Exhibition to celebrate Pugin Bicentenary

British Design 1948 - 2012: Innovation in a Modern Age

31 Mar 12 - 12 Aug 12

To coincide with the 2012 Olympics, this exhibition will showcase 60 years of British creative talent. It will document the transformation of design in Britain since the post-war 'Austerity Games' of 1948. Drawing on the V&A's unrivalled collections, the exhibition will include product design, fashion and textiles, furniture, ceramics and glass, theatre design, graphics, photography, architecture, fine art and sculpture, and will examine concepts of tradition and modernity, subversion and innovation.

Architect in the House 2012

16 Apr 12 - 11 Jul 12

Take part in Architect in the House 2012

Code for Sustainable Homes - Aiming High on Sustainability - Winchester

17 Apr 12 - 17 Apr 12

Code for Sustainable Homes Aiming High on Sustainability

The setting of heritage assets

17 Apr 12 - 17 Apr 12

This seminar will examine implications of policies on setting in the new National Planning Policy Framework and the National Planning Policy Statements. The session will look at guidance recently published by English Heritage, and the heritage values enshrined in their Conservation Principles Policy and Guidance.

Inclusive design: what the guide books don't tell you

17 Apr 12 - 17 Apr 12

This seminar will highlight the details to consider, so often omitted in books published and guidelines given to architects and designers. It will especially look at:

Localism for Architects - Manchester

18 Apr 12 - 18 Apr 12

RIBA North West core CPD event looking at localism for architects. Held in Manchester.

Localism for Architects - Liverpool

19 Apr 12 - 19 Apr 12

RIBA North West core CPD event looking at localism for architects. Held in Liverpool.

The setting of heritage assets - Reading

19 Apr 12 - 19 Apr 12

The setting of heritage assets

Sustainable Refurbishment Projects: from concept to completion

19 Apr 12 - 19 Apr 12

This seminar provides architects with key information needed to deliver successful sustainable retrofit projects.