We provide you with the knowledge and skills to be a leader in the field whilst being the best architect you can be. We offer the everyday practical resources you need, shine a light on your work and represent your views. We campaign hard to protect you and our profession, by joining us, you can help us do more. Want to know more? Read on.
We provide a range of practical resources developed by experts to help you keep up with the big issues and the small details affecting architecture and the built environment. As a member, you will:
receive the RIBA Journal directly to your door or device and enjoy unlimited digital content on RIBAJ.com (worth up to £225)
unlock news, stories and opinion from the wider world of architecture and the built environment, written by experts and addressing current issues in the field
access a range of RIBA publications, guidance and Approved Documents to the Building Regulations (worth £250 + VAT) and get £10 off RIBA’s digital contracts for domestic and commercial projects, and professional service agreements
get career guidance on resilience, portfolio improvement, effective presentations, successful interviews, and finding the right job and business opportunities
Image credit: Daniel, Yoana and Nita from MawsonKerr. Photographer - Richard Lea-Hair.
Get involved and have your say on the issues that matter
Join a community of over 150,000 people attending our events, exhibitions and talks each year.
add your voice to a global membership of over 53,000+ individuals and contribute to our lobbying and campaigning to influence the future of our profession
support us in maintaining and showcasing our Library and Collections through our cultural programme that's open to all
help build an appreciation of what architects, and great architecture, can do for society, communities and to improve lives
Image credit: Ella, Emily, Styliani and Seb from Xsite. Photographer - Richard Lea-Hair.
Access to member exclusive specialist knowledge, resources, expertise, and advice
Develop all the knowledge and skills you need to perform to the highest professional and ethical standards every day.
master your core and specialist skills through RIBA Academy, with hundreds of hours of free learning content keeping you updated on regulations, technology, and the latest materials and products
a 20% discount off the cost of RIBA Academy’s pay-as-you-go expert learning
fulfil your CPD obligations with a £200 RIBA Academy voucher, saving up to 50% on paid CPD, including the comprehensive Core CPD Club Ticket for our accredited mandatory Core Curriculum CPD in a single, convenient package
discover inspiration at digital and in-person events taking place nationally and across 70 local branches. Save up to 50% on conferences, exhibitions, tours, talks and workshops with exclusive member rates
get special access to our Contact Centre & Membership Servicing team, who will listen to your needs and connect you with relevant guidance. Plus, tap into our Specialist Practice Consultants for legal, technical, and professional support
reach out to your local RIBA team for help and connect with peers at events
Image credit: Daniel from Studio RBA. Photographer - Richard Lea-Hair.
Showcase your excellence in architecture to employers
Show clients, employers and the public that you are committed to the highest standard of professional and ethical practice with the RIBA crest logo and Chartered Affix (exclusive to Chartered Members).
over 61% of clients surveyed in 2021 sought out the RIBA affix when contracting with an architect
if you are a partner or director of your own practice, you can use the RIBA red site signboards on your projects too
enter your projects in our renowned UK regional, national and International Awards. These celebrate and encourage innovative design, sustainable technology, and significant social contributions in the UK and worldwide
Image credit: Sammy-Jo, Julia, Tara and Lanre from Gbolade Design Studio. Photographer - Richard Lea-Hair.
Eligibility criteria
IN UK
to become a Chartered member, you need one of the following:
RIBA Parts 1, 2 and 3 (or equivalent**) OR
A qualification in architecture which is covered by the EU Professional Qualifications Directive (2005/36/EC) AND access to the profession of architect in the EU country in which the qualification was gained AND
a minimum of two years of professional practical experience
to become a Chartered member, you need one of the following:
RIBA Parts 1, 2 and 3 (or equivalent**) OR
A qualification in architecture which is covered by the EU Professional Qualifications Directive (2005/36/EC) AND access to the profession of architect in the EU country in which the qualification was gained AND
a minimum of two years of professional practical experience
OR
Registered with the ARB via an annual ARB Mutual Recognition Agreement AND
A minimum of two years professional practical experience, where the applicant has not passed Part 3
OR
RIBA Parts 1 and 2 with at least two years professional post-qualification experience
OR
Proof of full architect membership of one of 12 international institutes:
American Institute of Architects (AIA)
Branchevereniging Nederlandse Architectenbureaus (BNA)
Bund Deutscher Architekten (BDA)
Hong Kong Institute of Architects (HKIA)
Japan Institute of Architects (JIA)
New Zealand Institute of Architects (NZIA)
Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia (PAM)
Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC)
Royal Australian Institute of Architects (RAIA)
Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI)
