RIAI Framework - Building Change
A comprehensive framework for architectural education and practice focusing on sustainability, climate action, and future-ready design.
Knowledge
Understanding of architectural principles, sustainability concepts, and technical requirements.
Skills
Practical abilities in design, technical implementation, and project management.
Competencies
Integration of knowledge and skills to deliver sustainable architectural solutions.
Three Horizons Framework
Horizon 1 (H1)
Current System - "Business as usual"
- Traditional practices
- Existing systems
- Current challenges
Horizon 2 (H2)
Transitional System - Emerging innovations
- New technologies
- Changing practices
- Adaptation strategies
Horizon 3 (H3)
Future System - Desired state
- Sustainable solutions
- Circular economy
- Regenerative design
Deep Time Awareness in Architecture
Geological Perspective
Understanding architecture in relation to Earth's 4.5 billion-year history.
Future Ruins
Considering how structures might decay or be repurposed over long time periods.
Cultural Preservation
Balancing immediate needs with long-term preservation of cultural heritage.
Material Lifecycles
Understanding the geological origins and long-term fates of building materials.
Climate Change Timelines
Understanding how architectural choices today will interact with long-term climate trends.
Adaptive Design
Creating structures that can evolve and adapt over long time periods.
Key Themes
Climate
Understanding and addressing climate change through architectural solutions.
Design
Creating sustainable and adaptable architectural solutions.
Ethics
Ensuring responsible and sustainable architectural practices.
Technology
Leveraging innovative technologies for sustainable design.
Communication
Effective collaboration and knowledge sharing in architectural practice.