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Nottingham practice’s rising star gets AI award
Nottingham-based architectural practice CPMG has been celebrating following recognition of the AI design capabilities of one of its young rising stars, Qasim Iqbal. The Part 2 architectural assistant was recently been credited in the International AI Design Awards for his design abilities using artifi cial intelligence technology, including a second-place award and a special recognition award for two of his architectural designs.
Born and bred in Nottingham, Iqbal studied for undergraduate and masters degrees in architecture at Nottingham Trent University (NTU) before joining CPMG’s growing team at its Nottingham studio – kickstarting his career in architecture. Speaking on his success and his role at CPMG, Qasim said: “I fi rst began utilising
AI to generate ideas while I was studying, and this is where I saw its true potential as a tool to support my work. From then, I’ve been able to enhance my skills in the creation of design through AI, to blend dreams and reality, pushing real elements beyond reality’s limits. “As the team at CPMG continues to grow and the industry in Nottingham, and across the UK, continues to develop, AI will certainly have a role to play in the future of design. In my view, this is as support for human touch, not as a replacement for it, especially in everyday architecture work where real-world experience is so important to truly understand a design that will be fi t for its intended people and purpose.” Regionally, CPMG continues to play a pivotal role in the development and growth
of Nottingham through its work. This includes the creation of its own award- winning studios on St. Peter’s Gate, delivery of NTU’s new Design and Digital Arts building, the reinvention of Nottingham War Rooms, and through its historic charity work for causes like Emmanuel House and Switch Up.
RIBA appoints Webb to grow its West London network APPOINTMENT
Marking a new era for West London architects, Bill Webb, CEO and co-founder of architecture practice Able Partners, has been elected branch chair of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) West London Group. Webb said he plans to “deepen ties among the community of RIBA West London members through regular in-person breakfasts, networking and drinks events,” These will target over 300 chartered practices and 2,000 members across Westminster, Kensington and Chelsea, Hammersmith and Fulham, Ealing, Brent, Harrow, and Hillingdon. Starting with the RIBA London Summer Social series which took place on 3 June, the RIBA West London Group’s brought together major practices, SMEs and students in the sector. The Group’s intention was to promote peer- to-peer learning, insight on how to grow and win work, employment opportunities, access to the latest talent, as well as
creating a forum for sharing best practice and advice. Webb said: “As someone who has built a practice in the area, it is an honour to be taking on the mantle of chair from fellow West London architect, Paul Tierney, to bring together architects of all shapes and sizes from across west London. By connecting a diverse group of people, I hope to create an environment from which everyone benefi ts – from creating employment and partnership opportunities to awareness of the latest trends in the industry.
“Many of the best ideas are born at in-person events when you put a group of creatives under one roof. For this reason, I believe that creating a calendar of diverse and inclusive events, that are not only interesting and insightful but also fun, is essential to the success of the RIBA West London Group.”
A series of major projects are set to change the face of West London
architecture over the coming years, including London Heathrow Airport’s third runway, the development of Paddington Station area, and the £1.3bn redevelopment of West Kensington’s Olympia, providing ample opportunity for local practices. John Nahar, regional director of RIBA London, said: “We are delighted that Bill has been appointed to lead the RIBA West London Group during this exciting time of growth and change. Having met with each of our newly elected branch chairs following the elections, I have been left even more positive about the refreshed programme of events we are going to develop across London for our members. “I’m confi dent that Bill will bring a new energy and dynamism to the West London Group, while bringing together members, students, local authorities, and wider construction industry professionals to drive meaningful conversations and opportunities.”
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