Resources

This second in the Design Matters series highlights the tools available through the planning system that can enable local authorities to demand higher standards of design for new housing in their area.

Read our response to the government consultation.

Read our response to the government consultation.

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has submitted a response to the Labour Party Planning Commission's call for evidence.

The RIBA recommends a requirement for sprinklers in all new and converted residential buildings, regardless of height and in existing residential buildings when they are refurbished.

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) responds to the call for evidence from the Building Better, Building Beautiful Commission.

This report makes the case for tackling the current shortage of housing suitable to meet the needs of an ageing population.

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has responded to the Housing, Communities and Local Government Select Committee's inquiry into Modern Methods of Construction. 

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has responded to the Infrastructure and Projects Authority's call for evidence on proposals to develop a platform approach to design for manufacture and assembly. 

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) response to the Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Committee's inquiry into energy efficiency.