Author: RIBA

Organisation:	RIBA
Date:	08/06/17
Time:	14:00
Speaker:	Ashley Bateson, Hoare Lea
Venue:	Gateshead Civic Centre
Cost:	Non-member - £106.80 (£89 + VAT), Student member - £18 (£15 + VAT), Member - £74.40 (£62 + VAT)
Type:	CPD
Contact:	Kate Aldred - 0191 261 7441
Region:	Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
Time of Day:	Day
Topic:	Other

This seminar will show how briefing, design and procurement influence building performance and the common pitfalls to avoid. It will explain how to better influence project outcomes and client satisfaction, and how you can learn from projects after handover.
Presenting evidence of the ‘performance gap’ showing many buildings don’t meet their intended design expectations and the main causes, this seminar will explain how good briefing and stakeholder engagement can help give better outcomes, as well as the key roles that method of procurement and project implementation strategy play.

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Organisation:	RIBA
Date:	11/05/17
Time:	14:00
Speaker:	Alan Divall, West Waddy ADP
Venue:	Gateshead Civic Centre
Cost:	Non-member - £106.80 (£89 + VAT), Student member - £18 (£15 + VAT), Member - £74.40 (£62 + VAT)
Type:	CPD
Contact:	Kate Sankey - 0191 261 7441
Region:	Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
Time of Day:	Day
Topic:	Other

The planning system in England can be a complex, ever-changing and frustrating process. Knowing some tricks of the trade is crucial in navigating this minefield and for cutting out some of the bureaucracy. This seminar will bring you up to date with key policy and legislative changes, including insight into how EU regulations may change, and will give guidance on how to manage client risk and cost in the planning process to secure practice profitability in a time of economic uncertainty.

The seminar will cover: Housing and Planning Act 2016, The Use of Section 106 Agreements and Navigating through the Planning System Minefield – some tricks of the trade.

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Organisation:	RIBA
Date:	06/04/17
Time:	14:00
Speaker:	Jean Hewitt, Centre for Accessible Environments
Venue:	Gateshead Civic Centre
Cost:	Non-member - £106.80 (£89 + VAT), Student member - £18 (£15 + VAT), Member - £74.40 (£62 + VAT)
Type:	CPD
Contact:	Kate Sankey - 0191 261 7441
Region:	Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
Time of Day:	Day
Topic:	Other

In an increasingly competitive environment, there is more need than ever for inclusive design and conservation skills. This seminar combines inclusive design principles, with raising awareness of a range of disabilities and medical conditions, which impact on everyday interaction with the built environment. These principles are applicable across all building types, regardless of size and function, from the grandest hotel or heritage building, to general purpose offices, to the smallest community centre or shop.

The opportunities to improve or compromise accessibility occur at key points over the life of a building, during which both user needs and expectations will change. You will look at the journey of inclusive design and management, from concept and planning, throughout construction, regulation and final occupation, during which architectural advice and guidance may often be sought.

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Organisation:	RIBA
Date:	09/03/17
Time:	14:00
Speaker:	Ian McBane, Moore Stephens
Venue:	Gateshead Civic Centre
Cost:	Non-member - £106.80 (£89 + VAT), Student member - £18 (£15 + VAT), Member - £74.40 (£62 + VAT)
Type:	CPD
Contact:	Kate Sankey - 0191 261 7441
Region:	Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
Time of Day:	Day
Topic:	Other

What are the key considerations that architects should be aware of when looking to run a successful, profitable practice? It goes without saying that exceeding clients’ expectations is a key contributor to a successful practice, but it can often lead to architects working ‘in’ the business as opposed to ‘on’ the business.

In uncertain times, it is more important than ever to have an understanding of pipeline, resource management, cash management and the current market.

This session will provide delegates with a clear understanding of the tools available to ensure that practices are run effectively, and crucially, operate at a profit. Using working examples and real-life scenarios.

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Organisation:	RIBA
Date:	01/02/17
Time:	14.00
Speaker:	Walter Menteth, Walter Menteth Architects
Venue:	Gateshead Civic Centre
Cost:	Non-member - £106.80 (£89 + VAT), Student member - £18 (£15 + VAT), Member - £74.40 (£62 + VAT)
Type:	CPD
Contact:	Kate Sankey - 0191 261 7441
Region:	Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
Time of Day:	Day
Topic:	Other

The seminar will provide delegates with an update on competition reforms of the Directives, the principles and contributories, as well as efficiency and effectiveness, SME access and levelling the playing field.

The RIBA Ten Principles for Procuring Better Outcomes will be detailed, including advice on encouraging consortia bid from smaller practices, tips on consultant capability assessment, and selection of suitable building contracts.

Competitive bidding and the bid itself will be explored, including do’s and don’ts on practices strengths and weaknesses, content and tone of responses to a tender invite, and identifying pass/fail areas, as well as understanding learning opportunities from the tender evaluation stage and feedback.

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Organisation:	RIBA
Date:	05/10/16
Time:	16:00pm
Speaker:	Patrick McMahon - Ryder Architecture
Venue:	Ashington Community and Leisure Centre
Cost:	General £10 (inc VAT), Concessions £5 (inc VAT), RIBA Members/Friends £7.50 (inc VAT)
Type:	Talk/Tour
Contact:	Kate Sankey - Kate.sankey@riba.org
Region:	Northumberland
Time of Day:	Day
Topic:	Other

Join us for an exclusive opportunity to hear more about this RIBA North East Award-winning building from the architects who designed it.

As part of this series of events showcasing 2016’s Award-winners, Ashington Community and Leisure Centre, will host a celebratory evening.

Ashington Community and Leisure Centre is the result of considerable consultation with many stakeholders to replace existing separate facilities into a combined centre. The result is a community and leisure facility that sets a high benchmark and precedent for design excellence, marking the beginning of regeneration for the town centre.

Externally the building stands with civic pride facing the town centre. The scale of the large volumes: the triple height entrance foyer and pool elevation are fenestrated with tall glazed panels bringing elegance and emphasis to the entrance area.

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Organisation:	RIBA
Date:	26/09/16
Time:	11:00am
Speaker:	Lynsey Elliott and Ben Elliott - Elliott Architects Ltd
Venue:	Crook Hall Visitor Centre, Durham
Cost:	General £10 (inc VAT), Concessions £5 (inc VAT), RIBA Members/Friends £7.50 (inc VAT)
Type:	Talk/Tour
Contact:	Kate Sankey
Region:	Durham
Time of Day:	Day
Topic:	Other

Join us for an exclusive opportunity to hear more about this RIBA North East Award-winning building from the architects who designed it.

As part of this series of events showcasing 2016’s Award-winners, RIBA North East Small Project of the Year, Crook Hall Visitor Centre, will host a celebratory morning.

Crook Hall visitor centre is a delightful place to begin a visit to the Grade 1-listed building and gardens.

Sitting proud on the perimeter of the gardens, the building forms an edge to the street and simultaneously encloses a new courtyard and introduction to the grounds. The form is reminiscent of Hansel and Gretel’s house, with walls clad in cedar timber boards and shingles to the roof. It is a place of escape to a romantic setting, playfully brought to life by this new addition, which replaces a previous tired shed.

 

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Organisation:	RIBA
Date:	10/11/16
Time:	14:00pm (registration 13:30pm)
Speaker:	Andy Pitman, BM TRADA
Venue:	Gateshead Civic Centre
Cost:	Non-member £106.80 (£89 + VAT), RIBA Student member £18 (£15 + VAT), RIBA/CIAT Individual member £74.40 (£62 + VAT)
Type:	Core CPD
Contact:	Kate Sankey - kate.sankey@riba.org
Region:	Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
Time of Day:	Day
Topic:	Other

With his expert knowledge of timber quality and characteristics, the speaker will give a comprehensive presentation to help delegates understand timber as a valuable building resource, giving a thorough analysis of timber properties and performance level in different environments.

Core Curriculum topics: 1. Designing and building it 2. Climate

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Organisation:	RIBA
Date:	06/10/16
Time:	14:00pm (registration 13:30pm)
Speaker:	Sofie Pelsmakers DipArch MScArch MRes ARB RIBA, Architecture for Change (AfC) and doctoral researcher, UCL Energy Institute
Venue:	Gateshead Civic Centre
Cost:	Non-member £106.80 (£89 + VAT), RIBA Student member £18 (£15 + VAT), RIBA/CIAT Individual member £74.40 (£62 + VAT)
Type:	Core CPD
Contact:	Kate Sankey - kate.sankey@riba.org
Region:	Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
Time of Day:	Day
Topic:	Other

This seminar will offer an overview of the UK housing stock and the drivers for insulating it. Case studies of successful fabric efficiency upgrades will be presented, and will be set against some examples of unintended consequences of fabric upgrades.

Core Curriculum topics:  1. Climate 2. Designing and building it

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Organisation:	RIBA
Date:	15/09/16
Time:	14:00pm (registration 13:30pm)
Speaker:	Andrew Butler, Tanfield Chambers
Venue:	Gateshead Civic Centre
Cost:	Non-member £106.80 (£89 + VAT), RIBA Student member £18 (£15 + VAT), RIBA/CIAT Individual member £74.40 (£62 + VAT)
Type:	Core CPD
Contact:	Kate Sankey - kate.sankey@riba.org
Region:	Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
Time of Day:	Day
Topic:	Procurement

This seminar is an essential guide to contract law and relevant issues specific to architects. It will include a comprehensive review of contract formation, interpretation and obligations, as well as RIBA Concise and Domestic Building Contracts.

Core Curriculum topics: 1. Procurement and contracts 2. Internal management

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