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The Royal Society of Ulster Architects strives to enhance Northern Ireland's built environment for the benefit of all through the promotion of architecture.

The Royal Society of Ulster Architects (RSUA) is the professional body for chartered architects in Northern Ireland with c.900 members. It was established in 1901 and then its objectives included the general advancement of architecture and the promotion and maintenance of a high standard of qualification in the profession, both of which are every bit as relevant today. A direct alliance was formed

with the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) in 1925 and the RSUA continues to act for the RIBA in Northern Ireland. The RSUA is committed to a comprehensive continuing professional development strategy and is a vital information network for architects providing a support service on a wide range of issues including contract and legal matters, professional indemnity, changes in planning law, building regulations and government legislation. Find out more, including current staff and council members at www.rsua.org.uk/about-us/

20/08/2026

The future of housing in Belfast?

On Friday 4 September, TODD Architects will facilitate a visit to the new Loftlines development in Belfast’s Titanic Quarter, as part of the Architecture 2026: Home Truths conference programme.

Northern Ireland’s first build to rent scheme, the development provides close to 800 apartments across 3 blocks, including social and affordable homes. All designed with elements of a similar family of materials and details, regardless of the tenure type.

A place on the tour is included with conference tickets. Spaces are limited so book today. Details on reserving a place will be sent to conference ticket-holders early next week.

For more info and to book your place for Architecture 2026: Home Truths, click here: https://architecture-2026-home-truths.zite.so/

Photos by Donal McCann

18/08/2026

Increased density of housing puts greater importance on the quality of private living spaces but equally the quality of communal spaces and public spaces in the vicinity. What can we learn from across the world?

Oliver Schulze of Danish urban design firm Schulze+Grassov will deliver the keynote address at 'Architecture 2026: Home Truths' on lessons learned from housing and urban projects from across the world. He will explore community-focused urban schemes and how they enrich the everyday lives of the people that use them.

Explore the full schedule and book your place here: https://architecture-2026-home-truths.zite.so/

13/08/2026

The lure of disconnected snaking cul-de-sacs of low-density housing has resulted in a hollowing out our city centres and an engrained car-dependence.

How can we improve the quality of suburban housing and meet the housing need over the coming decades without further urban sprawl?

Join us at Architecture 2026: Home Truths on Thursday 3 September for discussions about creating rural, suburban and city homes.

Find out more and book your place here: https://architecture-2026-home-truths.zite.so/

Photo credit: william87 on iStock

12/08/2026

What is the right housing for the rural setting today?

Across Ireland there is a proliferation of dispersed, single dwellings in the countryside. This pattern continues today with over 1,500 single homes in the countryside approved through the planning system in Northern Ireland in 2025 alone.

In the first session of Architecture 2026: Home Truths, we explore the ingredients and the process that delivers good new rural housing, from isolated homes to reinvigorated villages.

What should inform material choices, environmental sustainability and community cohesion?

Find out more and book your place here: https://architecture-2026-home-truths.zite.so

Photo credit: Zemfira on Unsplash

11/08/2026

A message of congratulations from RSUA President James Grieve to all involved in organising Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann Belfast 2026.

07/08/2026

Your ticket could give you a whole new perspective on home.

Join us at Architecture 2026: Home Truths on Thursday 3 September to discover ideas, inspiration and new ways of thinking about the places we live.

Plus, every Standard Ticket booked enters you into the prize draw for an Ask An Architect consultation, the chance to get expert advice on your own home.*

For more information and to book your place, click here: https://architecture-2026-home-truths.zite.so/

*Purchasers of the standard ticket option before 12noon on Friday 7 August will be entered into the prize draw.

Photo credit to Marshall McCann Architects / The Artisan Photographer

05/08/2026

As part of Architecture 2026: Home Truths, TODD Architects will be leading a tour of their recently completed Gasworks social housing development.

This landmark scheme, delivered for Radius Housing, provides 60 houses and 34 apartments of 100% social housing in one of the last remaining brown field sites of scale within Belfast City Centre. The ethos of the scheme seeks a return to a traditional street pattern of face-to-face terraced housing, instilling a strong sense of community and neighbourhood.

📆 Friday 4 September 2026

A place on the tour is included with conference tickets. Spaces are limited so will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Details on reserving a place will be
sent to conference ticket-holders soon.

For more info and to book your place for Architecture 2026: Home Truths, click here: https://architecture-2026-home-truths.zite.so/

Photos by Donal Mc Cann Photography - dmcp.

04/08/2026

Thinking about booking your place at Architecture 2026: Home Truths?

Bookers of the Standard Ticket option this week (before 12noon on Friday 7 August) will be entered into a prize draw for a one-hour consultation with an architect participating in the Ask An Architect initiative.

A £75 donation to Simon Community will be made by RSUA on behalf of the winner.

Find out more about the conference and book your place here: https://architecture-2026-home-truths.zite.so/

To learn more about Ask An Architect, click here: https://rsua.org.uk/ask-an-architect/

30/07/2026

Join Studiorogers Architects for a tour of Radius Housing social housing project, Ross Street Mews, as part of Architecture 2026: Home Truths.

This award-winning project is a reworking of the traditional red-brick Belfast terrace, replacing the former Ross Street Flats. Delivered below budget and with a modest footprint, Ross Street Mews is an example of how thoughtful design can create lasting social impact through simple, well-executed housing.

📆 Friday 4 September 2026, 10-11am

A place on the tour is included with a ticket for Architecture 2026: Home Truths. Spaces are limited so will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Details on reserving a place will be sent to conference ticket-holders soon.

Book your place for Architecture 2026: Home Truths here: https://architecture-2026-home-truths.zite.so/

27/07/2026

Student tickets for 'Architecture 2026: Home Truths' are now on sale!

Join us on Thursday 3 September to hear from a fantastic line-up of speakers, including:

- Eilidh Izat, Izat Arundell
- Roisin McCann & Martin Marshall, Marshall McCann Architects
- Sarah Featherstone, Featherstone Young & VeloCity
- Claire Bennie, Municipal
- David Browne, Irish Cities 2070 Group
- Siobhan Porter, Apex Housing
- Oliver Schulze, Schulze+Grassov

Student tickets are £30 and include lunch. Available here: https://architecture-2026-home-truths.zite.so/

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