Azman Architects design was chosen from four shortlisted entries, selected from over 50 expressions of interest.

Entrants were set the challenge of designing a contemporary facility that enhances the main entrance foyer of the RIBA’s Grade II* listed 1930’s headquarters building.

By day the cafe bar is a dedicated cafe space providing light catering and open to all visitors to the building. By evening it is a bar for the use of RIBA members, their guests and those attending RIBA events.