What being a RIBA Chartered Practice means for our clients

Choosing an architect is about more than aesthetics—it's about trust, professionalism, accountability, and confidence that your project will be handled with care from the initial concept through to completion. As a RIBA Chartered Practice, we meet the rigorous standards set by the Royal Institute of British Architects, but more importantly, we believe clients should understand what that means for them in practical terms.

RIBA Chartership confirms that we are appropriately qualified, experienced, and independently assessed, ensuring our work aligns with recognised industry standards and best practice. Our clients receive clear written appointment agreements that outline services, fees, and responsibilities from the outset, supporting a smooth and transparent project journey.

We maintain full Professional Indemnity Insurance, offering essential protection for clients and their investment, and the RIBA framework provides access to independent complaints procedures for additional reassurance. We also follow a strict Code of Professional Conduct and commit to ongoing continuing professional development, ensuring our advice reflects current regulations, building standards, and emerging best practice in low-energy and Passivhaus design.

For bespoke homes, high-quality refurbishments, and low-carbon new builds, choosing a RIBA Chartered Practice offers clarity, protection, and long-term value. At Rock Architects, our chartered status underpins the way we design and deliver carefully considered architecture—built on trust, expertise, and experience.