Briefing – Page 16
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FeaturesInterview | Simon Allford: ‘Architecture will emerge stronger’
The new president of the RIBA talks to Elizabeth Hopkirk about knocking the institute into shape, the pressure architects are facing – and boxing. Photography by Jean Goldsmith
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FeaturesStirling Prize 2021: The verdict
Grafton’s only completed UK work has plenty to teach us, writes Richard Gatti
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FeaturesCountdown to COP26: Barbara McFarlane and Suzy Nelson
As the global climate summit approaches, we ask leading figures in the profession and wider industry to share one idea they think could help save the planet
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FeaturesLay off the plasterboard and cladding
Cutting out the layers can make buildings more sustainable, argues Steve Webb
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FeaturesCan we design out sexual violence from our towns?
In the latest for our Building [Re]Design series, Pam Alexander outlines how digital tools can help designers and placemakers create safer streets and parks
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FeaturesAnalysis: How to build 5,000 homes in Middle England – and keep the neighbours happy
Urban & Civic is only 12 years old but this private equity-backed property start-up is turning heads with its approach to master development. Elizabeth Hopkirk visited a former RAF base in Cambridgeshire to see the business model in action
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FeaturesCountdown to COP26: Maria Smith & Jerry Tate
As the global climate summit approaches, we ask leading figures in the profession and wider industry to share one idea they think could help save the planet
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FeaturesRethinking the high street takes creativity and intent
We might be entering a post-retail, post-pandemic age, but that does not have to mean the end of the high street, writes Michael Holt in the latest in our Stratford Design Challenge series
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FeaturesA ‘mountain of priorities’ in Gove’s in-tray
Planning reform, building safety and housing numbers will compete for attention from new housing secretary Michael Gove
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FeaturesMichael Gove: his stance on housing, planning and the environment
A few pointers to the new housing secretary’s views on key policy areas
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FeaturesIt’s all about finding the words: opening doors for deaf architects
The absence of agreed signs for architectural terms is a major barrier for deaf people seeking to enter the profession. Chris Laing tells Elizabeth Hopkirk how he plans to change that
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FeaturesLiving with Beauty promised much but its delivery is falling dangerously short
The government’s planning reforms are inherently contradictory and risk confusing beauty with popularity, writes Ben Derbyshire
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FeaturesSwitch ‘working from home’ to ‘working near home’
We don’t have to make a binary choice between the old commute and working in isolation. There is a third way, says Matt Driscoll
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FeaturesSocial value is not just for PQQs but should infuse your whole culture
Michael Squire explains how moving to Brixton from King’s Cross triggered a new approach to community engagement for his practice
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FeaturesInterview: Nicholas Boys Smith on design, deregulation and the Office for Place
There are few topics more controversial than planning reform and placemaking and few people more passionate about them than the chair of the new Office for Place. He talks to Joey Gardiner
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FeaturesWestminster’s heartbreaking work of staggering folly
The Marble Arch Mound is no laughing matter, writes Will Jennings
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FeaturesDesigners can prevent new homes overheating, so why do we have a problem?
For too long we have lacked legislation to support good design, but the Future Homes Standard offers some hope
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FeaturesAnalysis: What on earth is happening at the RIBA?
Many have tried to change it; many have come away bruised. Some even question its purpose. As Simon Allford prepares to take the reins, Elizabeth Hopkirk asks whether he stands a chance of getting the institute back on course
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FeaturesResilient high streets need space for surprises
Leave a little room for the unplanned and experimental, writes Sarah Featherstone in this piece for our Stratford Design Challenge series