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A quick round up of what we've been up to at RIBA Tees in 2025. Enjoy the holiday season & hope to see you all in 2026
@RIBANorthEast @RIBA @YAPF @RIBANorth @RIBAYorkshire #architects #architecture #teesside

December 16, 2025 at 3:42 PM

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Join us NEXT WEEK for another Ethics Roundtable event, this time we are in Darlington to discuss AI
Full details & registration riba.org/whats-on/rib...
#architects #architecture #teesside #AI #Ethics

December 3, 2025 at 11:33 AM

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Apologies this event is in DECEMBER not as previously posted in November - tickets here, free for members
www.riba.org/whats-on/riba-tees-ethics-roundtable-ai/

November 26, 2025 at 12:40 PM

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Our Next Event - following on from a successful initial Roundtable event, this time we will be exploring AI. Free for members details & tickets via www.riba.org/whats-on/riba-tees-ethics-roundtable-ai/
#architects #architecture #ethics #ai #teesside #darlington

November 18, 2025 at 1:16 PM

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THIS WEEK - join us for our online Branch Meeting, discussing upcoming events, the plan for 2025 & some (paid) opportunities for members - contact us if you need a meeting link #architects #architecture #teesside @RIBANE @RIBA @YAPF @RIBANorth

November 10, 2025 at 10:01 AM

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Following yesterdays Roundtable #CPDSnippets has some more indepth links on the #Ethics topics we touched upon links
britannica.com/story/whats-...
lse.ac.uk/granthaminst...
journalism.university/fundamentals...
ethicsunwrapped.utexas.edu/glossary/deo...
#architect #architecture

CORE CURRICULUM TOPIC | Inclusive Environments

RIBA Teesside CPD Snippets
Sustainability | Ethics
Summary
Following on from our fantastic roundtable event yesterday, we have included some links for architects wanting to explore some of the themes we touched upon further.

links in post
CORE CURRICULUM TOPIC | Architecture for social purpose & Sustainable Architecture

October 15, 2025 at 8:48 AM

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In preparation for our Roundtable event next week #CPDSnippets explores #sustainability & #Ethics
links
architecture.com/knowledge-an...
re-thinkingthefuture.com/architectura...
buildingmeaningfulfutures.org/wp-content/u...
humansandnature.org/ethical-aspe...
#architects #architecture

October 8, 2025 at 9:21 AM

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Please join @RibaTees for our next event - #Ethics & #Sustainability Roundtable. Hopefully a chance for lively debate.
full details here www.architecture.com/whats-on/riba-tees-ethics-roundtable-sustainability
Limited number of places available so please register
#architecture

October 2, 2025 at 8:30 AM

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#CPDSnippets this week looks at designing for #sightloss
links
re-thinkingthefuture.com/designing-fo...
cromwell.com/2024/01/26/t...
youtube.com/watch?v=wl6Z... Architecture for the Blind
thoughtco.com/designing-fo...
disordinaryarchitecture.co.uk/archive/arch...
#architecture #architects #blind

RIBA Teesside CPD Snippets
Sight | Accessibility
Summary
A key component of architecture is the visual aesthetic, so how do we design buildings that work & appeal to those who cannot utilise this sense fully. Designing inclusive environments often benefits society as a whole and not just the targeted audience, giving us richer and better considered spaces & buildings.
links in post
Includes 1 YouTube videos Architecture for the blind

CORE CURRICULUM TOPIC | Inclusive Environments

October 1, 2025 at 9:47 AM

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#CPDSnippets this week we look at #Conservation #Joinery links
buildingconservation.com/articles/arc...
youtube.com/watch?v=VXJ7...
youtube.com/watch?app=de...
bwf.org.uk/toolkit/heri...
buildingconservation.com/articles/arc...
historicengland.org.uk/images-books...
#architecture #architects

RIBA Teesside CPD Snippets
Historic Joinery | Conservation
Summary
Historic or Heritage Joinery is a key part of conservation work. Internal & external joinery often accounts for key features in historic buildings and sensitive & skilled approaches to working are often needed.
links in post
Includes 2 YouTube videos - Building Conservation | Historic Joinery Union Chapel London
Timber restoration & Conservation
CORE CURRICULUM TOPIC | Building Conservation & Heritage

September 24, 2025 at 8:43 AM

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#CPDSnippets this week looks at working with #Glulam links
architizer.com/blog/product...
harperbd.co.uk/introduction...
bucklandtimber.co.uk/blog/specify...
swedishwood.com/building-wit...
swedishwood.com/siteassets/5...

#architect #architecture #timberconstruction

RIBA Teesside CPD Snippets
Glulam | Design
Summary
Glulam can offer a beautiful sustainable solution to the structural elements of a building but what should you consider when using it?
links in post
CORE CURRICULUM TOPIC | Design, construction and technology

September 17, 2025 at 11:41 AM

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Tomorrow - Lunchtime Branch Meeting,
Everyone welcome
We will be discussing upcoming events, CPD and your views on RIBA as an organisation.
@RIBA @RIBANorthEast @RIBA_YAPF @RIBAYorkshire @RIBANorth #architect #architecture #Teesside
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September 15, 2025 at 10:58 AM

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This week #CPDSnippets looks at #FamilyFriendly #homes
links
architectsjournal.co.uk/practice/cul...
re-thinkingthefuture.com/technologies...
citiespeoplelove.co/article/desi...
ads.org.uk/sites/defaul...
nimtim.co.uk/multigenerat...
#architect #architecture #housingdesign

RIBA Teesside CPD Snippets
Family Friendly | Homes
Summary
“What makes a home? – well often it’s the people who live in it. What makes a Family friendly design – flexibility, accessibility, adaptation and even intergenerational living can all be key considerations for good family friendly design, oh and don’t forget storage, lots of storage “
links in post
CORE CURRICULUM TOPIC | Inclusive Environments

September 10, 2025 at 12:24 PM

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#CPDSnippets this week explores #AdaptiveReuse
links
henninglarsen.com/news/the-imp...
ube.ac.uk/whats-happen...
journal-buildingscities.org/articles/10....
tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
dezeen.com/tag/adaptive...

#architecture #architect #reuse #sustainablearchitecture

RIBA Teesside CPD Snippets
Adaptive Reuse | Sustainability
Summary
“By reusing & transforming we have an opportunity to reduce the carbon footprint, minimise waste & conserve resources, whilst preserving historical heritage & cultural value”
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CORE CURRICULUM TOPIC | Sustainable architecture, Building conservation & Heritage

September 3, 2025 at 10:28 AM

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We recently sent out our regional events calendar & some branch information to everyone on our mailing list - if you missed out and want to find out more please drop us a message
@RIBANorthEast @RIBA_YAPF @RIBA @RIBAYorkshire #architecture #architects #teesside

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August 26, 2025 at 1:43 PM

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#CPDSnippets this week looks at #FireStrategy
links
architecture.com/knowledge-an...
designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Fire_sa...
youtube.com/watch?v=DHqs...
thefpa.co.uk/news/an-arch...
architecturetoday.co.uk/the-future-o...
letsbuild.com/blog/fire-sa...
#architect #architecture #firesafety

RIBA Teesside CPD Snippets
Fire Strategy | H&S
Fire safety strategies are essential parts of modern architectural practice but what should you include, where does your responsibility lie and when should you seek specialist assistance.
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Including YouTube video Fire Safety in Practice – How to mitigate the risk
CORE CURRICULUM TOPIC | Health, Safety & Wellbeing

August 20, 2025 at 10:09 AM

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#CPDSnippets this week is about #Tax
links
lloydsbankacademy.co.uk/learn-for-bu...
gov.uk/government/c...
gov.uk/guidance/che...
architecture.com/riba-busines...
ross-brooke.co.uk/the-10-bigge...
youtube.com/watch?v=_QHb...

#architects #architecture pic.x.com/RQZ2kr1FZA

RIBA Teesside CPD Snippets
Making Tax Digital | Practice
Summary
Nothing is certain, except death & taxes. You probably have had a million emails from HMRC regarding this, if you haven’t read them yet or are still deciding what to do here is some more information for you.
links in post
CORE CURRICULUM TOPIC | Business, clients & services

August 13, 2025 at 8:10 AM

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#CPDSnippets delves into #RuralArchitecture this week
links architecture.com/knowledge-an...
local.gov.uk/sites/defaul...
historicengland.org.uk/education/tr...
theplanner.co.uk/2022/07/05/r...
bdonline.co.uk/opinion/we-n...
charleshollandarchitects.co.uk/517-2/
#architecture #architects #teesside

RIBA Teesside CPD Snippets
Rural | Architecture
Summary
Rural architecture brings its own sets of challenges, from planning frameworks to infrastructure, rural context & needs, and that’s before you even consider the wildlife
links in post
CORE CURRICULUM TOPIC | Places, planning & communities

July 30, 2025 at 12:28 PM

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#CPDSnippets Sticking with water we are now looking at #Drainage #architecture
links
thearchitectsdiary.com/the-importan...
lifeofanarchitect.com/residential-...
designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Drainage
cibse.org/media/ohubb2...
checkatrade.com/blog/expert-...
selfbuildanddesign.com/beginnersgui...

RIBA Teesside CPD Snippets
Drainage | Domestic
Summary
Following on from water conservation, we are now going to look at drainage. Often other professionals become involved in this aspect of projects but having an overview helps with all aspects of the job & team communication
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CORE CURRICULUM TOPIC | Design, construction & technology

July 23, 2025 at 10:54 AM

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Yesterday we sent out an email Branch Update & Event Calendar to members if you didn't get one & want to know what's going on in the region drop us a message & we'll add you to the mailing list #whatson #architect #architecture #teesside @RIBANorthEast @RIBA @RIBA_YAPF

July 17, 2025 at 10:06 AM

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Today #CPDSnippets looks at #WaterConservation
links
valuingwaterinitiative.org/how-architec...
forestnation.com/blog/effecti...
wbdg.org/resources/wa...
aia.org/design-excel...
re-thinkingthefuture.com/architectura...
architecturalrecord.com/articles/123...
#architecture #architecture #water

RIBA Teesside CPD Snippets
Water| Conservation
Summary
Its been a hot dry summer & with hosepipe bans already in force we focus our thoughts to Water Conservation in building design and the construction process
links in post
CORE CURRICULUM TOPIC | Sustainable Architecture

July 16, 2025 at 10:38 AM

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TODAY!! Join us online at lunchtime for a chat about architecture in Teesside - what's on, future events, news
If you need a link please let us know
#architecture #architect #teesside @RIBANorthEast @RIBA @RIBANorth @RIBA_YAPF @RIBAYorkshire