Mark Farmer, chair of Built Environment Futures Assembly

University launches new forum BEFA to unite built environment sector

The University of the Built Environment has launched a new forum designed to break down silos and foster collaboration across the sector. The employer-led Built Environment Futures Assembly (BEFA) will…

University warns UK faces ‘one million worker gap’ in the built environment by 2030

The UK will need nearly one million additional workers in the built environment sector by 2030 if it is to meet its housing, infrastructure and retrofit ambitions – that was…

Can we really build greener, healthier cities? Award-winning research shows how

How do we solve the housing crisis, cut carbon emissions, and harness new technologies without losing sight of people and place? These questions are at the heart of research by…

University leads international workshop on Amazon rainforest climate resilience

By Professor Angela Lee and Dr Muhammad Qasim Rana The University of the Built Environment has co-hosted a landmark international EcoBrazil workshop in Belém, bringing together researchers, policymakers and community leaders…

London School of Architecture module leader shortlisted for 2025 RIBA Stirling Prize

One of The London School of Architecture’s newest module leaders, Hugh Strange, has been shortlisted for the RIBA Stirling Prize 2025 – the UK’s most prestigious architectural award. His project…

Bookings open for course on fire safety in building design

Bookings are now open for 'Design for Life? Fire safety, building resilience and the Principal Designer' – a six-week professional development course developed by the London School of Architecture, now…

Digital sustainability to take centre stage at the University in October 

  The University of the Built Environment is inviting you to step into the future of sustainability, not only in buildings but also in the digital world we use every…

Lee Ivett appointed as Head of School at London School of Architecture

The University of the Built Environment is delighted to announce the appointment of critically acclaimed architect and academic Lee Ivett as the new Head of School at the London School…

Reduce obesity and live longer – the call for ‘healthy neighbourhoods’

Designing neighbourhoods around people rather than just houses is combatting childhood obesity, lowering hospital admissions and even extending life expectancy, according to a new report from the University of the…

University drives push to make Brazilian campuses safer for women

By Dr Muhammad Qasim Rana and Professor Angela Lee The University of the Built Environment has hosted a hybrid workshop at its headquarters in Reading, England, as part of an…

University of the Built Environment in landmark programme on Sky TV

The University of the Built Environment is featured on Sky TV this month in ‘Building the Future: Transforming the Built Environment’ – a new programme exploring how innovation, technology and education are driving…
Professor Samer Bagaeen poses for professional headshot in suit and tie

Professor Samer Bagaeen to be next Vice President of the RTPI

Professor Samer Bagaeen has been announced as Royal Town Planning Institute’s (RTPI) next Vice President, and the first RTPI President of Arab descent. Professor Samer Bagaeen, Head of School of…