Professional Regulatory and Membership Bodies - ARB /RIBA

Architects Registration Board

Studio 29 Architects Ltd is affiliated with the Architects Registration Board (ARB), meaning it is an architectural practice registered with the official UK regulator for architects. This affiliation ensures the practice meets the required standards for quality, conduct, and professional development, and that all architects within the firm are legally registered to use the title "architect".  

https://architects-register.org.uk/Architect/065389F?filterId=Architect

What this means for you the ‘client’

  • Trust and quality:

    Clients can be confident that our office's architects have met the necessary qualifications and are competent. 

  • Regulation:

    Clients are protected because the ARB is responsible for investigating complaints against registered architects and has the power to prosecute those who illegally use the title. 

  • Safety and sustainability:

    The ARB's standards ensure that the architectural work contributes to creating safe and sustainable environments. 

Royal Institute of British Architects

The Royal Institute of British Architects supports architecture clients by providing a standardised framework for projects, offering independent advice through client advisers, and supplying legal templates for contracts. These services help clients navigate the complexities of building projects by ensuring clear expectations, protecting their interests, and guiding them through the design and construction process.  

https://find-an-architect.architecture.com/studio-29-architects/london

RIBA services and benefits for clients

  • Standardised framework:

    The RIBA Plan of Work provides a clear, stage-by-stage process for managing projects from inception to completion, helping to set clear expectations and align the client's goals with the project's progress. 

  • Independent advice:

    RIBA Client Advisers are experienced architects who provide impartial guidance to help clients define their vision, select the right design team, and manage the balance between time, cost, and quality. 

  • Legal and contractual clarity:

    RIBA offers a range of standard contracts, such as the RIBA Contracts and the RIBA Contracts Digital service, which clearly define the rights and obligations of both the client and the architect. This helps to prevent confusion and disputes by setting out the services that will and will not be included in the fee. 

  • Best practice guidance:

    RIBA provides guidance and resources that promote best practices in the industry, which can lead to better quality and more successful outcomes for projects. 

  • Protection and security:

    By using RIBA contracts, clients are protected because the agreements clearly outline what is expected, what is included in the services, and the level of the architect's liability.