RIBA Core Curriculum: Where people live
The following CPD materials fall within the ‘Where people live – communities, urban and rural design and the planning process’ RIBA Core Curriculum topic area.
This seminar describes, stage by stage, the practical processes involved in a stone conservation contract, from understanding the common mechanisms of stone decay, through assessing the repair techniques available, to selecting the correct replacement stone, highlighting the questions architects need to ask themselves and decisions they need to make when specifying stone conservation.
Wells Cathedral Stonemasons works closely with architects on restoration, conservation, and new build, and believes the sensitive nature of much of its work demands an integrated approach: to this end the company provides clients with a comprehensive design and consultancy service which ensures that the contract proceeds smoothly and efficiently from initial survey through to installation.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: one hour.
Examines the increasing popularity and advantages of Community Heating Networks (CHNs), and how they might be constructed to supply individual property heating and hot water systems using Thermal Interface Units (TIUs). This seminar provides building professionals with advice on key considerations and requirements for specification.
Reliance Worldwide Corporation (UK) Ltd (RWC UK) is a leading manufacturer of water control systems and plumbing solutions. Having developed the first major brand of UK designed and manufactured Thermal Interface Units range, the company offers a system design support service for architects and specifiers to consult with UK-based engineers.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 45-60 minutes.