RIBA Celebrates 90th Anniversary at Portland Place

A retrospective exhibition dedicated to architect-turned-photographer Gilles Aymard will be held from November 8, 2024, to February 8, 2025, at the Municipal Archives of Lyon, showcasing his passion for capturing architecture and its inhabitants. In San Diego, the Museum of Art is preparing to unveil its proposed West Wing designed by renowned architect Lord Norman Foster, with hopes for groundbreaking in 2026, coinciding with the museum’s centennial. Simon Jenkins has released 'A Short History of British Architecture,' a concise exploration of British architecture that combines historical insights with personal anecdotes, though it lacks the visual richness of his previous works. The Tudor aesthetic is predicted to gain popularity with the return of 'Wolf Hall,' drawing attention to historical sites like Thornbury Castle, which embodies Tudor history and architecture. The Royal Institute of British Architects is celebrating its 90th anniversary at 66 Portland Place, launching new digital stories in collaboration with Google Arts & Culture to showcase its architectural collection. Together, these events highlight the ongoing dialogue between architecture, history, and public engagement.