Leicestershire and Rutland Society of Architects

Leicestershire and Rutland Society of Architects Leicestershire & Rutland Society of Architects (LRSA) is a local branch of the RIBA

We’re pleased to share details of an upcoming CPD event hosted by the Nottinghamshire Building Preservation Trust on Thu...
10/04/2026

We’re pleased to share details of an upcoming CPD event hosted by the Nottinghamshire Building Preservation Trust on Thursday 14th May 2026.

This full-day seminar brings together expert speakers to explore traditional building techniques and heritage conservation, including:
• Timber-framed buildings
• Mud-and-stud construction
• Recording heritage buildings at risk
• A hands-on lime mortar application workshop

The day offers a great balance of theory and practical learning, with opportunities to engage directly in conservation techniques.

If this sounds of interest, or you know a colleague who would benefit, feel free to share and spread the word!

Tickets available here:https://nbpt.co.uk/recording-understanding-preserving-our-built-heritage-a-joint-approach/

For further details or to enquire about attending, please contact: [email protected]

Happy Easter everyone!We hope you’re enjoying the lovely weather and made the most of the long weekend.To give you a bit...
07/04/2026

Happy Easter everyone!

We hope you’re enjoying the lovely weather and made the most of the long weekend.

To give you a bit more time to relax, we’ve moved our monthly meeting.
We’ll now be meeting next Wednesday on 15th April at 5:30pm at Wygston's House in Leicester.

Come along! We’d love to see you there!

CPD: Net Zero Carbon in the Built EnvironmentJoin us for a CPD session exploring how we can drive net zero carbon across...
17/03/2026

CPD: Net Zero Carbon in the Built Environment

Join us for a CPD session exploring how we can drive net zero carbon across the built environment and accelerate progress towards a more sustainable future.

With the built environment responsible for a significant share of emissions, understanding practical strategies for reducing both operational and embodied carbon has never been more important.

At the LCB Depot, Leicester, England
Thursday, Mar 19, 2026 from 3:30 pm to 5 pm

Secure your place today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cpw-cpd-net-zero-carbon-in-the-built-environment-tickets-1984284725028

We cant wait to see you there!

James Stevens Curl1937 – 2025Architectural Historian and ArchitectThe Leicestershire and Rutland Society of Architects i...
08/12/2025

James Stevens Curl
1937 – 2025
Architectural Historian and Architect

The Leicestershire and Rutland Society of Architects is saddened to hear of the death of the eminent architectural historian Professor James Curl. James joined the Leicester School of Architecture in 1978 and was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Arts by the university in 2014 in recognition of his ‘distinctive contribution to the study of architectural history’. James received several other major awards including a PhD from the University of London, the British Academy’s President’s Medal in 2017 for his ‘Contributions to the History of Architecture in Britain and Ireland’ and a Visiting Fellowship at Peterhouse College, Cambridge. James was currently visiting Professor of Architecture at the University of Ulster.

James was a prodigious author writing many books ranging from the well-established ‘Oxford Dictionary of Architecture – Third Edition’ to well-researched texts on Freemasonry and funerary monuments. One key text ‘Making Dystopia: The Strange Rise and Survival of Architectural Barbarism’ published in 2018 hits out at the modernists who after the First World War created a new architecture which he considered to be remote from the aspirations and needs of humanity.

James Curl had a great personality and an engaging smile. He was highly respected for his architectural knowledge and his sometimes controversial academic opinions. He will undoubtedly be sadly missed by the wider architectural community. James is survived by his daughters Astrid and Ingrid and by his second wife Professor Dorota Iwaniec-Curl.

His legacy endures in the pages he wrote and in the minds he shaped.

May he rest in peace.

Image Credit: Ingrid Curl

What an incredible afternoon we had stepping back in time to explore Leicester’s legendary Roman past! At our last LoveA...
02/12/2025

What an incredible afternoon we had stepping back in time to explore Leicester’s legendary Roman past!

At our last LoveArchitecture2025 Event, we welcomed visitors to the newly redesigned Jewry Wall Museum, reopened in July after a stunning transformation.

A huge thank-you to Maber Architects for guiding us through the revitalised spaces and sharing the vision behind this remarkable project. We had such a great tour from Jan Moore and Richard Issleib.

The event brought together heritage-lovers, curious minds, and local history fans. Thank you to everyone who joined us!

Last month, we hosted one of the standout moments of ; our fast-paced, thought-provoking Pecha Kucha event exploring on...
01/12/2025

Last month, we hosted one of the standout moments of ; our fast-paced, thought-provoking Pecha Kucha event exploring one powerful theme: Home!

Our inspiring speakers took us on a journey through what home means on personal, architectural, and even planetary levels:

Thank you so much to our wonderful Speakers:

Salma Ravat – One Roof Leicester
Home-Less

Joseph M Silva – SGP/LRSA
Home is a Person

Michele Yeeles – Hickman and Smith
Breuer House Project

David Southworth – Space Centre
A Home in Space

Keith Cooper – Northlight Images
Where I've Been

Nils Feldmann – Feldmann Architects
Heimat

Simon Matthews – UKGBC
Our Planet, Our Home

Each talk brought a fresh perspective; challenging, inspiring, and expanding how we think about home in all its forms.

We wrapped up with Q&A, great conversations, and plenty of opportunities to connect with our fantastic speakers and community.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and made the evening so special!

🎉 Congratulations to the Winner of the LRSA Photography Competition 2025! 🎉We’re thrilled to announce James as this year...
27/11/2025

🎉 Congratulations to the Winner of the LRSA Photography Competition 2025! 🎉

We’re thrilled to announce James as this year’s Winner of the LRSA Photography Competition.

Their submission captivated the judging panel with its emotional depth, thoughtful interpretation of the theme “Home,” and exceptional technical quality. The image stood out for its narrative strength and beautiful composition.

We’re proud to celebrate this incredible achievement.

Honourable Mentions – LRSA Photography Competition 2025A huge thank you to everyone who took part in this year’s LRSA Ph...
26/11/2025

Honourable Mentions – LRSA Photography Competition 2025

A huge thank you to everyone who took part in this year’s LRSA Photography Competition. We were truly inspired by the creativity, talent, and heartfelt storytelling showcased across all submissions.

Today, we’re excited to celebrate our Honourable Mentions; photographers whose work deeply impressed the judging panel with its unique perspective, strong interpretation of the theme “Home,” and outstanding artistic quality.

Each of these images brought something special to the competition and demonstrated the remarkable talent within our community.

Thank you again to all participants for sharing your vision with us. We look forward to seeing more of your incredible work in the future!

Celebrating Our First Runner Up – LRSA Photography Competition 2025! A huge congratulations to Toby, selected as the Fir...
25/11/2025

Celebrating Our First Runner Up – LRSA Photography Competition 2025!

A huge congratulations to Toby, selected as the First Runner Up in this year’s competition!

Their work impressed the judging panel with its strong colour tone, cohesive aesthetic, and a moving interpretation of “Home.” The image truly stood out among a very high standard of submissions.

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