11–12 November 2014

ARCHI-PRENEURSSMART STRATEGIES FOR SMALL PRACTICES

DAY ONE 09:30–09:40

Stephen R Hodder MBE RIBA PresidentHodder + PartnersStephen is the current RIBA President and has been in architectural practice since 1983. Hodder + Partners has won over 40 major awards, including the inaugural RIBA Stirling Prize in 1996.

Will Hunter Creative Director Guerrilla Tactics 2014A graduate of the Bartlett and the RCA, Will is the Founding Director of the new London School of Architecture and Executive Editor of The Architectural Review.

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09.30 – 09.40 Welcomes Stephen R Hodder MBE (RIBA President) Will Hunter (LSA/AR)

09.40 – 10.40 Keynote: Practice in the 21st Century David Saxby (Architecture 00:/) Farshid Moussavi (Farshid Moussavi Architecture) Chaired by Nigel Coates (Nigel Coates Studio) with questions from the audience

10.40 – 11.20 Diverse Directions Planning: Finn Williams (Greater London Authority) Development: Harry Harris (SUSD) Interactive design: Elke Frotscher (Jason Bruges Studio)

11.20 – 11.40 Tea Break

11.40 – 12.00 Demystifying Entrepreneurship Rohan Silva (Second Home)

12.00 – 13.00 Practice Models Urban collective: Amica Dall (Assemble) Rural workshop: Alan Dickson (Rural Design Architects) Solo traveller: Julia King (Julia King) Design consultancy: Petra Havelska (Marko and Placemakers) Chaired by Rory Hyde (V&A) with questions from the audience

13.00 – 14.00 Networking Lunch

14.00 – 15.00 Essential Guides to… Leadership: Patricia Brown (Central) Branding: Paul Iddon (kernel simpatico) Pitching: Martyn Evans (Cathedral Group) Data: Luke Nicholson (CarbonCulture) Resourcing: Andrew O’Donnell (AHMM) Graphic Design: Katya Duffy (Duffy Design)

15.00 – 16.00 Client: Value and Values Architect: David Kohn (David Kohn Architects) Client: Russell Pinch (Pinch Design) Architect: Mark Hines (Mark Hines Architects) Client: Crispin Kelly (Baylight) Chaired by Ellis Woodman (Architectural Review) including questions from audience

16.00 – 16.30 Tea Break

16.30 – 18.00 Live Pitch The Architect’s Arms – Rethinking the Pub Judging panel : Paul Finch (World Architecture Festival) Richard Collins (JR Collins Ltd) Martyn Evans (Cathedral Group) Bernie Katz (Groucho Club) Juliette Morgan (Tech City UK, Cushman & Wakefield) Charlotte Skene Catling (Skene Catling de la Pena)

18.00 – 22.00 Mentoring Speed-dating Party

Guerrilla Tactics Archi-preneurs Speed Mentors

50 inspiring mentors from top UK practices will share quick-fire advice with archi-preneurs over drinks and canapés

Alison Brooks, Alison Brooks ArchitectsAndrew O’Donnell, AHMMAndy Whiting, HUTCany Ash, Ash SakulaCassion Castle, Cassion Castle ArchitectsChris Hampson, Hampson WilliamsChristophe Egret, Studio Egret WestChristopher Ash/James Soane, Project OrangeDaisy Froud, Daisy FroudDale Sinclair, AECOMDanna Walker, CICDavid Miller, David Miller ArchitectsDeborah Saunt, DSDHADieter Gockman, EPR ArchitectsEoin Keating, Jestico + WhilesEric Guibert, SENSFiona Balance/Linzi Cassells, Pringle Brandon Perkins + WillGabi Code, Wilkinson Eyre ArchitectsGabi Omar, Tea with an ArchitectJames Burrell, Burrell ArchitectsJamie Fobert, Jamie Fobert ArchitectsJane Duncan, Jane Duncan ArchitectsJo McCafferty, Levitt BernsteinJohn Assael, Assael Karen Rogers, EKKRKaty Ghahremani, MakeKeith Williams, Keith Williams ArchitectsLindsay Urquhart-Turton, Bespoke CareersMalcolm McGowan, Sheppard RobsonMichael Walters, AHR GlobalNiall McLaughlin, Niall McLaughlin ArchitectsPeter Barbalov, Terry Farrell & PartnersPeter Drummond, BDPPeter Jackson/Yasemin Kologlu, SOMRichard Coutts, BACALord Richard Rogers, Rogers Stirk Harbour + PartnersRuth Reed, Green Planning Solutions llpSarah Featherstone, Featherstone YoungStephen Hodder MBE, Hodder + PartnersSteve Tompkins, Haworth TompkinsSumita Sinha, Ecologic ArchitectsValerie Evans, AtkinsVirginia Newman, KSR ArchitectsWalter Menteth, Walter Menteth ArchitectsWill Alsop, All-WorldwideYasmin Shariff, Dennis Sharp Architects

09:40–10:40

David Saxby Architecture 00:/A trained architect, David is co-founder of 00:/, a collaborative studio of architects, strategic designers, programmers, social scientists, economists and urban designers practising design beyond its traditional borders. Among other ground-breaking projects, 00:/ has recently designed the WikiHouse, an open-source construction set that anyone can download and print CNC-milled components, which can be assembled with minimal skill.

Farshid Moussavi Farshid Moussavi ArchitectureFarshid is founder of Farshid Moussavi Architecture and Professor in Practice of Architecture at the Graduate School of Design, Harvard University. Her latest built work includes the recently completed London store for Victoria Beckham and the Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland. She is the author of the architectural research trilogy the Function of Ornament, the Function of Form and the soon-to-be published, the Function of Style.

Keynote: Practice in the 21st Century

Left: FMA’s Kohl Monumental Stair at the Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland Above: 00:/’s WikiHouse

Farshid Moussavi and David Saxby discuss the business of design and the design of business with Nigel Coates

Below: Feral chair by Nigel CoatesRight: Montpellier Tower by Farshid Moussavi Architecture

Nigel CoatesNigel Coates StudioNigel is a provocative designer of architecture, spaces and furniture, whose pieces have been realised by Gebrüder Thonet, Fornasetti, Slamp and Alessi. His studio combines architectural laboratory, showroom, gallery and the headquarters of the new London School of Architecture, of which he Chairs the Academic Court. He is the current holder of the Annie Spink Award, which recognises outstanding contributions to architectural education.

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PlanningFinn Williams Greater London AuthorityFinn is an architect-turned-planner based in London. He is the founder of Common Office, co-founder of POS NOVUS, and Regeneration Area Manager at the Greater London Authority.

DevelopmentHarry HarrisSUSDAfter studying architecture and urban design, Harry set up SUSD, a private development, planning and architecture consultancy that acquires brownfield development opportunities and builds connections between architecture, communities and sustainable growth.

Interactive DesignElke FrotscherJason Bruges StudioElke is a senior designer at Jason Bruges Studio where she produces innovative installations, and interventions. She is a registered architect with significant experience working on cutting edge urban design, commercial and cultural projects with UNStudio and Zaha Hadid Architects.

Rohan Silva Second HomeRohan is the co-founder of Second Home, a revolutionary new cultural institution and creative workspace designed by Selgas Cano, which opened in Shoreditch in October. He was previously Senior Policy Adviser to the Prime Minister, where he worked across all areas of policy, and created the Government’s Tech City initiative in 2010.

Diverse Directions Demystifying Entrepreneurship

10:40–11:20 11:40–12:00

Right above: Croydon Conversation Guidelines by Finn Williams Right below: Jason Bruges Studio’s branding for More4

How can architects use their spatial and strategic intelligence to operate in adjacent industries?

The creator of the Tech City initiative shares his unique perspective as a political-insider-turned-entrepreneur

Below: ground floor plan of Second Home by Selgas Cano

Urban collectiveAmica DallAssembleAmica is a founding member of Assemble, a design and architecture collective who champion an interdependent and collaborative working practice, seeking to actively involve the public as both participant and accomplice in the realisation of their work.

Rural workshopAlan Dickson Rural Design Architects Alan established Rural Design Architects in one of the remotest parts of the Scottish West Highlands. Ten years on, the practice employs 10 staff and has projects throughout Scotland.

Solo travellerJulia KingSole PractitionerJulia runs a design-research practice based in Delhi and London. She is also a unit tutor at the Bartlett School of Architecture and completing her PhD at the CASS.

Design consultancyPetra HavelskaMarko and PlacemakersPetra is an architect, communicator and enabler of projects within the urban realm. She believes that sustainable design practice is about combining creativity with hands-on facilitation, mediation and communication.

ChairRory HydeV&ARory is Curator of Contemporary Architecture and Urbanism at the V&A Museum, author of Future Practice: Conversations from the Edge of Architecture (2012) and Adjunct Research Fellow at the University of Melbourne.

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LeadershipPatricia BrownCentralPatricia runs Central, a niche consultancy centred on the dynamics of cities and the process of achieving change. Current work includes strategic advice on development, transport and place-making for key London districts.

BrandingPaul Iddonkernel simpaticoAward-winning architect and co-founder of OMI Architects (1993), Paul has 17 years’ experience in brand strategy, design and communication. He is the UK Managing Director and co-owner of Anglo-Danish agency kernel simpatico.

PitchingMartyn EvansCathedral GroupMartyn is Creative Director at Cathedral Group, a specialist mixed-use property developer involved in regenerating town centres and building new public facilities in London and the South East.

DataLuke NicholsonCarbonCultureLuke works at the intersection of digital, design and sustainability. He is Director of CarbonCulture, a collaboration platform that makes sustainability scalable for business, government, citizens and cities.

ResourcingAndrew O’Donnell AHMMAndrew joined Allford Hall Monaghan Morris in 2006 where as Associate Director he has led a number of landmark schemes and participates in the development and management of a wide range of practice issues.

Graphic DesignKatya DuffyDuffy DesignKatya is a graphic designer who has spent her career working with the subject of architecture. Duffy Design’s clients include architects and developers, organisations such as CABE, RIBA, Peabody and the magazine Block.

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Exploring how different operational structures affect outcomes, from economic success to civic values

Expert and thought-provoking advice for small practices on how to develop your business in six critical areas

Above: Assemble’s Goldsmiths art gallery model Right: green city vignette by Marko and Placemakers

Left: Block magazine by Duffy Design Above: Caxton Works by Cathedral Group

Chair Ellis WoodmanCritic-at-Large, AR/AJEllis worked as an architect before becoming a professional critic. He was Executive Editor of Building Design and The Daily Telegraph’s architecture critic, and has written and contributed to publications on architectural practices.

Architect David Kohn David Kohn ArchitectsDavid is Director of David Kohn Architects and a Visiting Professor at KU Leuven in Belgium. He is the designer of the new-build house for Russell Pinch and his family, and has also recently been commissioned by Baylight.

Client Russell Pinch Pinch DesignRussell runs the furniture design company Pinch with his wife Oona Bannon, which last year won the Elle Decoration Best British Brand. The couple commissioned David Kohn to design their family home in Devon.

Architect Mark Hines Mark Hines ArchitectsMark is an architect who trained with the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings. He is currently designing a series of custom build homes and 40 new houses in Warminster for Kevin McCloud’s HAB Housing.

Client Crispin Kelly BaylightCrispin has been developing commercial and mixed-use property in London for over three decades. Committed to making better ordinary housing, Baylight works with with respected architects such as Tony Fretton, Peter Salter and Sergison Bates.

Client: Value and Values

15:00–16:00Architects and clients enter into a dialogue about managing and maximising relationships on small-scale projects

Below: housing proposal based on new financial model by Mark Hines Bottom: David Kohn’s house design for Russell Pinch Right: a drawing by Peter Salter of the housing scheme for Crispin Kelly, which will be the subject of a forthcoming building monograph by AA Publications

All conference day archi-preneurs will get the chance to ask for quick-fire advice on professional development from inspiring mentors at an evening event of drinks, canapés and networking.

With thanks to Project Orange, HÛT, Atkins, Assael, Allford Hall Monaghan Morris and AHR

Mentoring Speed-dating Party

Judging panelRichard Collins, JR Collins LtdMartyn Evans, Cathedral GroupBernie Katz, Groucho ClubJuliette Morgan, Tech City UK, Cushman & WakefieldCharlotte Skene Catling, Skene Catling de la Pena Chair: Paul Finch, World Architecture Festival

Live Pitch: The Architect’s Arms – Rethinking the PubThe Live Pitch invites short-listed small practices to sell themselves and their ideas in front of a live audience. The session simulates the experience of pitching under pressure to potential future clients and industry experts. The brief to ‘rethink the pub’ will challenge the marketing and creative skills of participating practices, and show delegates how clients select a winner.

Retrofit Coordinator: the new professional role for architects in retrofitClimate: sustainable architecture Russell SmithParity Projects/RetrofitWorksDr Peter RickabyRickaby Thompson AssociatesDr Peter Rickaby will introduce the role of Retrofit Coordinator, one of three new roles developed at the Centre of Refurbishment Excellence (CoRE), and the business opportunities for architects. Russell Smith will then outline a new business model to enable rigorous design and installation oversight of all retrofit projects. He will demonstrate how it can achieve successful collaboration to deliver retrofit at scale.Jarvis Hall, Lower ground floor

How to do the things you believe in and (sometimes) get paid for it Internal managementCany AshAsh SakulaIn this session Cany Ash will be showing how you can recruit the right clients, forge interesting relationships with the supply chain, enjoy an expanding network of collaborators. Come armed with three ideas for lucrative collaborations, and one small disruptive idea that could change attitudes in the construction industry. Lutyens Room, 2nd floor

The new RIBA Building Contracts – 5 reasons why small practitioners need to be using them Procurement and contractsAndrew BrookRIBA InsightKoko Udom NBSThere has long been a need for building contracts that are simple and clear to both the client and the contractor that the RIBA has addressed through new contracts for domestic and concise building projects. Be one of the first to see the new contracts and benefit from a demonstration of the online tool in this session from lead author Koko Udom and Andrew Brook, software development manager.Stirling Room, 4th floor

The beginner’s guide to inclusive design Access for allNicola Mathers andClare DevineDesign Council CabeLearn about the essentials of inclusive design from Nicola Mathers and Clare Devine, and have a go at using the latest interactive resource from the Design Council showcasing latest policy, guidance and best practice.Lasdun Room, 5th floor

Tomorrow’s World: Future thinking todayDesigning and building it Tim Baileyxsite architectureArchitects work in the future, they want to know about and fashion the future, they draw, advise on and contemplate the future. Do they have the time or the inclination to consider their own future? Through provocation and discussion the session will set out a maximum of three steps for small practitioners to address tomorrow’s world.Hawksmoor Room, 6th floor

Flexible working – a threat or a way of creating a more agile business? Compliance Ian GreenawayMTM Products LtdThe opportunity for all employees to request flexible working came in recently. Is this a step too far by Government and a threat to business efficiency or are there ways in which you can use flexible working arrangements to make your business more agile and responsive? This session looks at the importance for small practices. Wren Room, 6th floor

DAY 2 09:00–10:3016:30–18.00 18:00–22.00

Above: design proposal taken from the the special issues of The Architectural Review on redesigning the mid-century pub

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How to benefit from the changes to heritage protection legislation The historic environment and its setting Janie PriceKennedy O’Callaghan Architects This session will offer food for thought about how changes to the planning system and English Heritage could open doors for small architectural practices to pick up work in the heritage sector, followed by a discussion, led by Janie Price.Jarvis Hall, Lower ground floor

Why green isn’t always green Climate: sustainable architectureAnna WhiteheadAnna Whitehead Design ConsultancyWe currently do not consider the environmental footprint of interior environments with the same level of scrutiny as the building envelope. But what if we did? This presentation from Anna Whitehead highlights the often complex maze of information and contradictory standards designers face when advising clients in specifying holistically sustainable strategies and products. Lutyens Room, 2nd floor

Climate Change Manifesto: Design as if you give a damnClimate: sustainable architecture Irena BaumanBauman Lyons ArchitectsClimate Change is impacting on how and what we design and how we practice. In this interactive workshop, Irena Bauman will use her research case studies to illustrate some design responses and facilitate reflective discussion on the role of architects in mitigating and adapting to climate change impacts.Jarvis Hall, Lower ground floor

What can architects do about the building performance scandal?Climate: sustainable architecture Judit KimpianAHR global There is important evidence emerging that buildings often do not achieve the performance improvements expected at design stages. This session will share the findings from recent studies and discuss what architects can do to address these in the context of recent changes to the RIBA Plan of Work.Lutyens Room, 2nd floor

Confessions of a mentor: insight and observations on the advantages of professional mentoring Access for all Dieter GockmanEPR ArchitectsResponding to unprecedented access to professional mentoring programmes for architects, this interactive session explores the history and approaches to mentoring and how being a mentee or mentor can benefit you, your practice and your professional development – with Dieter Gockmann, programme co-ordinator and mentor for the RIBA’s Fluid Diversity Mentoring Programme. Stirling Room, 4th floor

Demystifying architectural research Internal management Flora SamuelUniversity of SheffieldAnne Dye RIBAWhy integrate research into your working life? The most compelling reasons are the business benefits that research brings. But research is also an integral part of being a skilled professional, and a welcome respite from the mundane day-to-day tasks of our working lives. Come and hear from Flora Samuel and Head of Technical Research Anne Dye how practices benefit from research – and how yours can too.Lasdun Room, 5th floor

Demystifying public procurement – how to compete with the big guys Procurement and contractsFin GarveyiPM Management ConsultancyPublicly funded work can be a very important part of any practice’s portfolio. In the light of the new European directive and the forthcoming regulations, Fin Garvey, architect and public procurement specialist, seeks to draw back the curtain on the ‘dark arts’ of public procurement through a participative and interactive session.Stirling Room, 4th floor

Improving your bottom line: strategies for increasing efficiency and winning more work Internal management Nigel Ostimewhiteroom architectureSmall practices often struggle to make a reliable level of profit. Nigel Ostime, author of the recently published RIBA Small Projects Handbook and the forthcoming free-to-use RIBA quality management web tool, ‘QM+’, outlines strategies for efficient practice and project management in conversation with successful practitioners and the audience.Lasdun Room, 5th floor

Keeping out of trouble with the RIBA and ARBCompliance Owen LuderThis session from Owen Luder will consider what to do if you are the subject of a complaint of unprofessional conduct or “serious professional incompetence” and how to avoid complaints in the first place. Loss of RIBA membership and right to use the title “architect” damage your reputation and your practice so come to this session to learn how to stay compliant.Hawksmoor Room, 6th floor

Practice: In the making Designing and building it Alan DempseyNex-Can the design of a practice have a greater impact on the kind of architecture it produces? What are the opportunities in embracing innovative design and digital fabrication techniques and technologies in small practice? Through an exploration of his studio’s structure and approach, Alan Dempsey will examine how innovation is changing the future of architectural design and production.Wren Room, 6th floor

Because you’re worth it – communicating the value of architects External management Flora Samuel University of SheffieldThe value of the architects’ skill set is not widely recognised. Indeed it seems that quite a lot of the public don’t even know what architects do. This session from Flora Samuel will present findings from a recent research project, www.culturalvalueofarchitecture.org that will help you to communicate to potential clients the value of your services.Hawksmoor Room, 6th floor

Success in the planning jungle Where people live Ruth ReedGreen Planning Solutions llp Follow the trials and tribulations as our intrepid architect engages with the planning system for a small housing development. Within this scenario, there are tips for success and disaster management. The talk  by Ruth Reed will be followed by a planning surgery based on problems submitted in advance.Wren Room, 6th floor

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Architectural practice or architectural business or both? External management Tom TaylorBuro FourA race through corporate structure options, compatibilities of personalities, a plan of work to shift a practice, practices in graphical form and business planning horizons. The speaker will arrive with experience, research and pragmatic enthusiasm. The delegates will leave entertained, wiser and worried.Jarvis Hall, Lower ground floor

Creating winning bids and proposals: what the big firms don’t want you to know! External management Basil Sawczuk PotentialiseWinning by numbers 30 things to know before the documentation isreceived 11 reasons why bids fail7 must have elements for your proposal 3 part method to structure your text 1 expert, Basil Sawczuk, with over 25 years’ experience...oh and a magic formula 3C + RRLutyens Room, 2nd floor

21 things you won’t learn in architecture schoolExternal management Adrian Dobson RIBA Adrian Dobson, RIBA Director of Practice, will outline some of the ideas from his new book which takes a realistic look at the communication and business skills needed to succeed in architecture. He will draw from elements of psychology, sociology, marketing and economics that are essential to surviving and thriving in the world of architectural practice. Adrian is joined by Tim Bailey, Marianne Davys and Shankari Raj Edgar, interviewees from the book, to learn lessons from their own journeys in developing three very different and highly successful small practices.Jarvis Hall, Lower ground floor

Spread your wings – how fledgling practices can thrive abroad External management Tomas Stokke/Scott Grady Haptic Architects Tomas Stokke and Scott Grady will talk about the benefits of working internationally for small practices. By spreading your wings, you become less vulnerable to market swings (economic cycles vary from country to country) and you can get valuable experience in sectors/projects not normally available to young practices, but there are pitfalls. Tomas and Scott will discuss their experiences in a lecture followed by a Q&A/workshop.Lutyens Room, 2nd floor

Have you got what it takes to be the Principal Designer? Being safe: health and safety James RitchieAssociation for Project SafetyIn this session, James Ritchie will discuss the new CDM legislation and how it will affect small practitioners. Particular focus will be on the role of the principal designer and what this means for architects. Stirling Room, 4th floor

Discounting fees – the fastest way to kill your practice?Internal managementParag PrasadLondon Business CoachingAchieving practice growth can often feel overwhelming. Parag Prasad, Growth Coach from GrowthAccelerator will help you take a step back to see the business opportunities and develop a focused growth strategy which will drive the performance of your practice.Lasdun Room, 5th floor

BREEAM projects beta: the first step for better integration with design processesCompliance Keith Snook/Lee SmithBREBREEAM Projects Beta is the first in a programme of software developments improving the way architects and designers can interact with environmental assessment and certification. This session introduces BREEAM Projects Beta in detail and previews plans for further integration of BREEAM processes and regulation compliance checking with normal design activities including BIM.Stirling Room, 4th floor

BIM in Small Practices Designing and building itRobert KlaschkaStudio KlaschkaJames Anwyl EurobuildIn this session, Robert Klaschka will use his new book ‘BIM in Small Practices’ to inform delegates how using BIM can be beneficial for them. He will be in conversation with James Anwyl of Eurobuild, a company who specialise in the design and construction of Passivhaus buildings and who have studied the cost benefits to their business through using BIM.Lasdun Room, 5th floor

How to set up and run an urban custom build project Designing and building it Gus Zogolovitch Crowd EstatesLearn the trials and tribulations of urban custom build from one of the leading experts, Gus Zogolovitch, who runs London’s first custom build enabler. Hear him speak about his experiences of what custom build really means on the ground and the role of the architect.Hawksmoor Room, 6th floor

Responsible Retrofit: A new approach to traditional buildings and sustainability in theory and practice The historic environment and its setting Neil MaySTBA, UCL and NBTWhat are the risks and challenges of retrofitting traditional buildings? How can architects help to deliver real sustainability in this sector? What does real sustainability mean, and what tools and skills do architects need? Neil May, of STBA, UCL and NBT will lead this session. Wren Room, 6th floor

Self-Build Signpost Where people liveSam BrownUniversity of SheffieldJohn Broome ArchitectsSam Brown’s ‘Self-Build Signpost’ will give a broad overview of the state of contemporary self-build in the UK, including the opportunities for architects in ‘custom build’ and an overview of relevant public policy, pioneering and precedent projects.Hawksmoor Room, 6th floor

From Toolbox to Workshop: re-expanding the role of the architectDesigning and building itCharlie PeelFarrells Farrell Review co-author Charlie Peel will discuss recommendations from the Review alongside a personal belief that architects would do well to adapt. Designing solutions to urban problems is a shared goal for many architects and Charlie simply advocates that we could be as adept at designing enterprises as we are at buildings. BikeBox, a social enterprise founded in 2011, is explored as a case study.Wren Room, 6th floor

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With thanks to the Guerrilla Tactics Steering Group:

Will Hunter, Guerrilla Tactics Creative Director Barbara Kaucky, erect architectureChris Bryant, Alma-nac, RIBA Small Practice Group ChairJake Edgely, Edgely DesignJane Duncan, Jane Duncan Architects, RIBA President ElectMarco Ortiz, Emergent Design StudiosRachael Davidson, HÛT architecture