Join us to celebrate contemporary Chinese architecture and network with representatives of leading practices from China.
For this event, RIBA is hosting a delegation of leading Chinese architects in the UK to mark the launch of the exhibition of their work.
Building Contemporary China exhibition
Practice Space, 66 Portland Place, London W1B 1AD
29 September to 29 October 2023
The exhibition and UK mission is the next phase of the RIBA China Architect 100 campaign launched in 2020 to showcase the talent of Chinese architecture, promote contemporary Chinese architecture and foster connections between the UK and China professions.
Find out more information about the RIBA China Architects: Building Contemporary China exhibition.
Future Architects networking event
Join us for a unique networking opportunity aimed at connecting and supporting RIBA Future Architects. This lunch time event is open to all architecture students interested in Chinese architecture.
The speaker lineup features Rehana Mughal, Director of Creative Economy at the British Council, and Timmy Yip, Oscar-winning Art Director and Visual Artist.
1.30 pm to 3.30 pm
Location: Florence Hall - RIBA, 66 Portland Place, London
Future Architects networking event educational partner: London Culture Salon
Exhibition launch ceremony
Join Professor Li Hua, Professor and Deputy Director, Institute of Architectural History and Theory, School of Architecture at Southeast University, the curator of the RIBA China Architects exhibition, and Sevra Davis, Director of Architecture Design and Fashion at the British Council, as they delve into the exhibition's themes, providing valuable insights into the world of Chinese architecture.
Exhibitors will present their work and projects, sharing their innovative responses to contemporary challenges in China's building practice.
4pm to 6pm
Location: Jarvis Hall - RIBA, 66 Portland Place, London
Immerse yourself in the world of contemporary Chinese architecture and connect with industry-leading professionals.
Official exhibition designer sponsor: HBA/Hirsch Bedner Associates
Exhibition screen sponsor: Hisense