Chris Williamson Architect

Chris founded Weston Williamson in 1985, now 250 strong located in London, Manchester, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Riyadh and Toronto.

[Royal Institute of British Architects @RIBA]

Projects are too often stuck at the planning application stage, impacting access to housing, infrastructure, and local growth.

We’re calling for a three-year pilot to fund city architects across combined authorities in England to help address this: https://t.co/PyKMWsP2gU

[Royal Institute of British Architects @RIBA]

Why is RIBA making the case for city architects? 🏙️

Explore how our campaign for city architects adds value and raises the bar on quality in the built environment: https://t.co/owtwJlx7LA

[Royal Institute of British Architects @RIBA]

Eid al Adha Mubarak! Wishing peace and happiness to all our members, volunteers and friends who are celebrating #EidMubarak

📷 Zebun Nessa Mosque: a spiritual social space between land and water by Saiqa Iqbal Meghna/Studio Morphogenesis | Credit: Asif Salman

[Chris Williamson Architect @CW_Architect]

Today’s Observer https://t.co/lLD8XaFrQa

[Chris Williamson Architect @CW_Architect]

United need stability not another gamble on another elite manager. Michael Carrick deserves this. Brilliant player. Respected. Intelligent manager. And most importantly a good team around him. https://t.co/UfFBlCc2Es

[Royal Institute of British Architects @RIBA]

🏆This is a landmark year for RIBA as we mark 60 years of our Awards and the impact of past winners on society.

Throughout May, we’ll be announcing our Regional Award winners at ceremonies across the UK.

➡️ Find and join a regional ceremony near you: https://t.co/Cw4GjjKnU8

[Royal Institute of British Architects @RIBA]

🏅 Renowned Irish architect, educator and writer Níall McLaughlin has been awarded the Royal Gold Medal 2026. Our new film explores his work, philosophy, and approach to light, space, and place.

➡️ Watch now: https://t.co/ApJrZG2yx4

#RoyalGoldMedal

[Royal Institute of British Architects @RIBA]

Delivered by leading experts, our refreshed webinar series provides insights into key aspects of the UK Net Zero Carbon Building Standard, along with practical guidance on how to implement it successfully across real projects.

➡️ Register today: https://t.co/bejV7Havnb

[Royal Institute of British Architects @RIBA]

Our Principal Designer webinar series offers practitioners the essential skills to demonstrate understanding and competence in the Principal Designer role under CDM and the Building Regulations.

➡️ Reserve your place: https://t.co/lTtdPEdtAi

[Chris Williamson Architect @CW_Architect]

An interesting start to April Fool’s Day. Invited onto BBC Radio Surrey breakfast show at 07.10 to talk about the problems of wind caused by new towers in Woking town centre. Went down a storm.

[Chris Williamson Architect @CW_Architect]

My interview for the Los Angeles Script Awards https://t.co/iI8JHxCNTm

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Neuroscience and cognitive science are playing an ever-important role in the way visualisations bridge the gap between human perception and architectural intention, speakers explained at our webinar sponsored by Lumion https://t.co/mjjRePwaoz

[Royal Institute of British Architects @RIBA]

British Standards to know in 2026: an architect’s guide ⬇️

Discover essential British Standards for architects, highlighting crucial fire safety requirements and updates: https://t.co/D5frnraKRw

[Royal Institute of British Architects @RIBA]

We’ve published our response to @mhclg consultations on reforms to the National Planning Policy Framework and Design and Placemaking Planning Practice Guidance.

✅ Our recommendations set out why design quality needs to be prioritised: https://t.co/gs9T35Ps0Y

[Chris Williamson Architect @CW_Architect]

"Absolute freedom over who designs buildings only encourages the cowboy practitioner" https://t.co/zB8ZInsc7t via @dezeen

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🏛️ @RIBA's public-facing work is just the 'tip of the iceberg' when it comes to pushing government for policy change, writes president @CW_Architect – there's so much going on behind the scenes

https://t.co/g8LvrWkCIc

[Royal Institute of British Architects @RIBA]

📢 Today we’ve set out our long-term plan to raise architecture’s profile, reform practice and build the skills needed for tomorrow.

Find out about the actions we are taking to make ensure the profession is a force for good and fit for the future: https://t.co/w6aLPS0zIR

[Royal Institute of British Architects @RIBA]

NPPF: 12 ways the 2025 draft version differs from the 2024 version ⬇️

Learn more about the draft version of the 2025 NPPF, which aims to shift planning towards a rules-based system that’s more focused on outcomes: https://t.co/RCF1SPU8gM

[Chris Williamson Architect @CW_Architect]

Housing Design Awards entries now open
https://t.co/vpUObSZ2HH

[Chris Williamson Architect @CW_Architect]

Why architects should take a fresh look at London’s livery companies https://t.co/4qQ75Hb2x4