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Industry experts from the worlds of architecture and design weigh in on the sector's hottest topics. From office wellbeing, to colour theory and 'ones to watch', if it's happening in A&D, you'll hear about it here first.

People in audience at a seminar

Designing for EDI: How does design empower people?

19.03.2025

Engaged audience members at a seminar on net zero carbon buildings, demonstrating interest in sustainable architecture practices.

NZCBS: What's the business advantage?

18.02.2025

Panel discussion on materiality's role in achieving Net Zero, with an engaged audience in a modern venue.

How will materiality help us hit Net Zero?

04.02.2025

Group discussion on technology and sustainability in design, featuring engaged participants in a modern meeting space.

Is technology aiding sustainability in design?

21.01.2025

Diverse group of industry leaders in architecture and design, showcasing expertise and innovative ideas for 2025.

2025 Forecast: 25 views from industry leaders.

18.12.2024

John Whittaker speaks at the Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre, presenting graphene images during a lecture on material innovations.

John Whittaker, Graphene Innovation at Community.

21.11.2024

Senior architect Stephanie Kyle speaking at a conference about neurodiversity and inclusive design, gesturing while seated at a desk.

Stephanie Kyle, neurodiversity at Community.

20.11.2024

Two panelists engage in discussion at a roundtable about the impact of data on the workplace.

How is data impacting workplace?

08.10.2024

Two speakers engaged in discussion on technology's role in the modern workplace, with a backdrop displaying a relevant question.

How are we embracing tech in the return to work?

02.10.2024

Participants engage in discussion at a roundtable seminar on Manchester's residential property outlook.

Has Manchester got its residential mix right?

28.06.2024

Panel discussion featuring Becca Heron and Simon Bedford, exploring Manchester's property growth trends and strategies.

MCR Property Outlook - what’s driving growth?

19.06.2024

Engaged audience members enjoying discussion at Material Source Studio's Glasgow Property Outlook seminar.

Does Glasgow have the right residential mix?

14.06.2024

Engaged audience at the Glasgow Property Outlook event, discussing trends in the real estate market.

What is Glasgow's Property Outlook?

07.06.2024

Roundtable discussion on neurodiversity at Material Source Studio, featuring diverse participants engaged in conversation about flexibility.

Neurodiversity – How crucial is flexibility?

02.05.2024

Networking event with diverse professionals discussing EDI culture in a modern, inviting space.

EDI – Are we creating the right culture?

29.04.2024

Dr. Stephanie Fitzgerald discusses EDI concepts with engaging visuals while a diverse audience actively listens.

Designing for EDI.

23.04.2024

Professor Jaime Toney smiles in an office setting, highlighting the Centre for Sustainable Solutions at the University of Glasgow.

The View with Professor Jaime Toney.

28.03.2024

A group discussion on biomaterials takes place around a modern conference table, emphasizing sustainability and innovation.

Biomaterials - worth specifying?

18.03.2024

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