A new RIBA taskforce has held its first meeting to address working conditions in UK architectural practices, following findings from the institute’s recent Workplace Conditions and Wellbeing Report.

Chaired by RIBA President Muyiwa Oki, the Presidential Taskforce on Workplace Wellbeing met on 11 June and brings together senior figures from practice, academia and regulation. It will develop practical guidance and recommendations focused on work-life balance, pay equity, inclusive workplace cultures and sustainable business practices.

Oki said the initiative “is about the future competitiveness of the architecture profession”, adding, “Architects across the UK are telling us the same thing, the current culture is not working. It’s time to take action and build a profession that values people as much as projects.”

He added: “Workplace wellbeing is more than a nice-to-have. It’s essential to the survival and success of architecture.”

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