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RIBA Gulf Chapter newsletter March 2019

The RIBA, with support from the Department for International Trade (DIT), recently took five UK practices to Dubai to promote UK architecture in one of the biggest overseas markets.

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

On 11 June 2020, RIBA Gulf and Geberit hosted another online seminar in its seminar series for members, non-members and students in the Gulf. The module provided delegates with an expert level learning opportunity and insight on reducing downpipes and also training on effectively draining large roof areas.

Architectural sketches are all about communicating ideas, whether it is solving initial design problems, working through details or reflecting on past designs. The RIBA with Cityscape Intelligence is hosting the Sketchbook Series – the Culturally Significant Vernacular Architecture in the Gulf competition. It aims to promote architects' hand sketches through any medium to reflect on culturally significant vernacular architecture in the GCC countries.

On 20 and 21 July 2020, the RIBA hosted a Guide to International RIBA Membership webinar, specially focused on the Gulf audience's backgrounds and requirements, to help prospective members become a RIBA Chartered or Affiliate member.

On 23 July 2020, The RIBA Gulf and Geberit hosted another online seminar in its seminar series for members, non-members, and students in the Gulf. The module provided delegates with an expert level learning opportunity on the principles of acoustic design for acoustically-optimised buildings. The seminar enabled professionals to achieve better outcomes.