Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists

The leading professional membership and qualifying body for Architectural Technology

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Chartered Architectural Technologist, MCIAT Principal Designer (HRBs and/or non-HRBs) Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv) CIAT-Accredited Conservationist

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What is CIAT?

The Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) is the leading professional membership and qualifying body for Architectural Technology. It is a not-for-profit organisation that exists to lead, represent, and promote Architectural Technology and set the discipline’s education, practice, and professional standards.

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27 Aug 2026

Domestic projects in Wales: dutyholder responsibilities

Members and affiliates providing services on domestic projects in Wales are reminded of the dutyholder requirements introduced by the Building etc. (Amendment) (No.2) (Wales) Regulations 2025, which came into force on 1 July 2026, subject to the applicable transitional provisions.

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25 Aug 2026

AI support for SMEs in Scotland

The Scottish Government has announced £1.8 million of continued funding for AI Scotland, supporting small and medium-sized businesses to explore, adopt and scale artificial intelligence.

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CPD and events

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9 September 2026

APS National Conference 2026

Bringing together leading voices from across the design, construction, safety, and regulatory landscape for an exploration of how our professional community is moving beyond compliance towards genuine safety leadership, culture change, and team-wide competence.

Conference Birmingham
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10 September 2026

Discover Copenhagen: aspiration educational visit

Join us for an inspiring four-day educational visit to the vibrant city of Copenhagen – a world-renowned centre for innovation, sustainability, design and culture.

aspiration Copenhagen, Denmark
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