The application comes after two consultation phases with RIBA Members, the public, residents, and specialist panels, resulting in support for the works and further recommendations.
Our CEO Valerie Vaughan-Dick said:
“We’re pleased to confirm the planning application for the refurbishment of RIBA’s headquarters at 66 Portland Place in London has now been submitted.
Support has been clear for the scheme and our overall House of Architecture ambitions. Feedback from our consultations has been supportive of the proposed internal improvements and external aspects and has seen us take into consideration some adjustments from the original proposals.
This is the next step in our House of Architecture transformative programme that will focus on RIBA’s architectural collections, upgrades to digital technology, and sensitive, essential refurbishment and restoration of 66 Portland Place in London to make it more accessible, functional, sustainable, and welcoming.”
ENDS
Notes to Editors:
1. Media contact: steven.pearson@riba.org
2. The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) is a global professional membership body that serves its members and society in order to deliver better buildings and places, stronger communities and a sustainable environment. Follow @RIBA on X/Twitter for updates.
3. RIBA’s world-class architectural collections include photographs, drawings, manuscripts, models, and rare books spanning over 500 years of architectural history.
