Knowledge

'Diverse role models from different social and economic backgrounds are vital in proving that if you are incredibly passionate about what you do, you can make it as an architect.'

Once it was the route to the Crystal Palace for tourists from around the world, now it is home to more nocturnal visitors.

For over 130 years the Natural History Museum has been changing the way it displays its exhibits, and in the process enthralling generations of visitors.

Ernö Goldfinger and the Abbatts blazed a trail for Modernist, child-friendly design in 1930’s Britain.

A place of worship for 400 years and a magnificent example of Persian architecture

After becoming the first female member of the RIBA, Ethel Mary Charles went on to design a range of small projects.

Some of our architectural items are almost revered and have a special place in history.

Without the right tools, even the most talented architect would have found it difficult to create accurate drawings.

The Smithsons’ unbuilt design for a new Coventry Cathedral would have ‘floated’ above the ground.

The renowned Irish architects Sheila O'Donnell and John Tuomey received the 2015 Royal Gold Medal, the world’s most prestigious architecture award.