RIBA Sino-UK 2025: Neo-Modernism in Architecture seeks to forge a high-level dialogue platform between Chinese and British architects, fostering international exchange through RIBA’s global vision and China’s innovative architectural practices.
Focusing on urban regeneration, cultural public spaces, and city integration, the initiative strengthens vital professional ties between Chinese architects and RIBA’s worldwide network. This collaboration yields tangible outcomes, including the Sino-UK Neo-Modernism Practice Framework and joint research projects.
Sponsored by ARCHINA, this forum will feature insights and project presentations from leading architects, including Foster + Partners, Allies and Morrison, Allford Hall Monaghan Morris, Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) and China Construction Engineering Design & Research Institute Co., LTD, Lacime Architects, BUZZ architects, offering a unique opportunity to engage with cutting-edge Sino-UK architectural discourse.
Official programme
12.30pm Registration and welcome refreshments
12:30pm Guided architectural tours of the RIBA British Architecture Library and Architecture Gallery Exhibition
1.30pm Guests take their seats
2pm Welcome address: Dr. Valerie Vaughan-Dick, RIBA CEO followed with welcome speech by Li Liyan, Minister Counsellor in Cultural Section, Chinese Embassy in the UK (TBC)
2.15pm Chinese Architects' Portfolio Presentations and Q&A's
Topic 1 : Urban regeneration and heritage
- Jo Bacon
- Cui Tong
- Shen He
- Song Zhaoqing
Topic 2: Cultural and public buildings, mixed use
- Zhuan Ziyu
- Zhang Bing
- Jiang Limin
Topic 3: Landmark and industry-city integration
- Patrick Schumacher
- Wu Gang
- Emily Phang
5.40pm Closing words by Helen Castle, Director of Publishing & Learning Content, RIBA
5.45pm Drinks reception - Jarvis Foyer
6.15pm Event ends - Carriages
Speakers
Dr. Valerie Vaughan-Dick
Chief Executive Officer, RIBA
Li Liyan
Minister Counsellor, Chinese Embassy in the UK
Jo Bacon
Architect, Managing Partner, Allies and Morrison
Former RIBA Chair of the Awards Group, RIBA Board Member
Cui Tong
National Master of Engineering Survey and Design
Chief Architect of China Construction Engineering Design & Research Institute Co., LTD
Shen He
Founding Partner of SHUISHI / Chair Architect of Urban Regeneration Center
Song Zhaoqing
Founder and Chief Architect, Lacime Architects
Zhuang Ziyu
Founder and Principal Architect of BUZZ architects
Zhang Bing
Founder and Chief Architect of Hongshi Design
Jiang Limin
Chief Architect of the Group, Tongji Architectural Design (Group)
Patrick Schumacher
Principal, Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA)
Wu Gang
Board Director, Founding Design Principal, WSP
Emily Phang
Senior Executive Partner, Strategic Development Partner, Foster + Partners
Moderator
Helen Castle
Director of Publishing and Learning Content, RIBA
