About the RIBA
The Royal Institute of British Architects is the UK body for architecture and the architectural profession.
The RIBA is known to millions through the annual televised RIBA Stirling Prize for architecture, and through the work of its 40,000+ 'RIBA' architect members, drawn from across the globe, and bearing the gold standard for practice in the profession.
A champion for architectural design quality, and with a passion to promote a wider public appetite and interest in architecture through its website, exhibitions, talks and four million-strong collections, the RIBA has led the profession since its foundation in 1834, and continues to lead as architects face the challenges of the 21st century.
The RIBA holds Business Superbrand status, an accolade first awarded in 2008, and counts construction industry leaders and government among its audiences.
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Based in Scotland?
Then your architect will be chartered by the Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS).
Founded in 1916, the RIAS is the professional body for all chartered architects in Scotland and the foremost institute in the country dealing with architecture and the built environment. The Incorporation works closely with its UK sister organisation the RIBA.
The RIAS has charitable status. It offers a wide range of services and products for architects, students or architecture, construction industry professionals, architectural clients and all those with an interest in the built environment and the design process.
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In Northern Ireland
The Royal Society of Ulster Architects (RSUA) is the professional body for chartered architects in Northern Ireland, with around 900 members.
A direct alliance was formed with the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) in 1925 and the RSUA continues to act for the RIBA in Northern Ireland.
The RSUA is committed to a comprehensive continuing professional development strategy and is a vital information network for architects providing a support service on a wide range of issues including contract and legal matters, professional indemnity, changes in planning law, building regulations and government legislation.
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