# Event Details - **Event Name**: RSAW Annual Conference 2025: Building Wales: Homes for the Future - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 04 Dec, 2025 at 09:15 am – Thu, 04 Dec, 2025 at 05:15 pm - **Event Description**: Join us on Thursday 04 December for this year's RSAW Annual Conference where we will be exploring the future of housing in Wales.About this EventBuilding Wales: Homes for the FutureWhat does the future hold for secure, healthy, and aspirational housing for everyone?Join us for the 32nd RSAW Annual Conference, where we will explore the theme:“Better Wales: Homes for the Future.”This year’s conference will delve into the future of housing in Wales, examining how we can create a secure, healthy, and aspirational housing stock for all. With housing remaining a key priority under the current Labour Government, the event will bring together a diverse range of speakers from across the UK to showcase principles of good housing design and policy that support our shared aspirations.We will be joined by policymakers, housing professionals, and experts from across the built environment, who will share insights into how architecture can shape the future of housing in Wales.Under the presidency of Alan Francis (2025–2027), this conference will also serve as a platform for RSAW members to contribute their expertise and help shape RSAW’s strategic priorities. Through interactive sessions, networking opportunities, and collaborative working groups, delegates will have the opportunity to share ideas, provide real-time feedback, and help advance the RSAW Vision.Let’s build a better Wales—together.Outline Programme09.15 - Registration09.45 - Welcome from our Chair, TBCHousing in Wales, Research – Where are we now?10.15 - RSAW and RIBA update , Chris Brimble, Arden Kitt ArchitectsRSAW and RIBA Organisational structure and how RSAW members can be represented at RIBA. What are the benefits and why does RSAW matter at that table.10.25 - RSAW President Introduction, Alan Francis, Director, Gaunt Francis ArchitectsAreas of focus for next 2 years as president, to include RSAW Vision next steps (Autonomy and Recognition), RSAW strategy (include Branch reinvigoration) and policy areas to focus on to ensure RSAW is an insightful as possible into the profession in Wales.10.45 - Keynote speaker, TBC11.15 - Coffee break11.45 - WorkshopsIce breaker – mentimeterDiscuss feedback and short Q&A12.15 - Lunch13.15 - Transforming Homes initiative, Prof. Joanna Patterson, Director of Research, WSA13.45 - Case study 1, TBC14.15 - Case study 2, Sam Goss, Founding Director, Barefoot14.45 - Workshop 2Group discussion based on case studies, why has a project worked well, what can we take away etc15.15 - Break15.45 - Inspiration hour, Meredith Bowles, Mole Architects16.45 - Panel discussion17.15 - NetworkingBanner image: Hazelmead by Barefoot, credit: Rebecca NoakesChartered Practice group discountfor groups between 3 to 5 delegates, please apply 5% discountfor groups of 6 or more delegates, please apply 10%Please email rsaw@riba.org for a chartered practice discount codeTerms and ConditionsCancellations must be made in writing to rsaw@riba.org. No refunds can be made for cancellations notified within 7 days of the event. To transfer your ticket/s to another individual/s, please contact rsaw@riba.org. Complimentary tickets are strictly non-transferable. Please note that Eventbrite fees will not be refunded.The details you provide will be used in line with the Data Protection Act. For information on how we will handle your personal data please see our Privacy Policy.By accepting an invitation or purchasing a ticket you consent to being filmed or recorded as a visitor attending the event.If the RIBA has to postpone or cancel the event the booker is entitled to a full refund of the ticket price only.On entry to the event you agree to accept and abide by any venue rules.The RIBA reserves the right to refuse admission to any ticket holder. - https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/03303f40-b8cf-11f0-91c5-2b5efab58087-rimg-w1200-h371-dcffffff-gmir.jpg HEADLINE SPONSOR: ROCKWOOL - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cardiff/rsaw-annual-conference-2025-building-wales-homes-for-the-future/100001769514317959 - **Event Categories**: business, conferences, workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 70.8, max: 226.8, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Cardiff - **state**: WA - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: The Parkgate Hotel - **lat**: 51.478623 - **long**: -3.1795171 - **full address**: The Parkgate Hotel, Westgate Street, Cardiff, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: RSAW Annual Conference 2025: Building Wales: Homes for the Future - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/28592504717fcc0ba84a3964a0a028d0dbbfa525596ab8e04839ff7ab6c005eb-rimg-w1200-h800-dc2f4718-gmir.jpg?v=1762249888 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is RSAW Annual Conference 2025: Building Wales: Homes for the Future being held? - **A:** RSAW Annual Conference 2025: Building Wales: Homes for the Future takes place on Thu, 04 Dec, 2025 at 09:15 am to Thu, 04 Dec, 2025 at 05:15 pm at The Parkgate Hotel, Westgate Street, Cardiff, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing RSAW Annual Conference 2025: Building Wales: Homes for the Future? - **A:** RSAW Annual Conference 2025: Building Wales: Homes for the Future is organized by RSAW. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** RSAW Annual Conference 2025: Building Wales: Homes for the Future is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Cardiff, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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