What is a RIBA Honorary Fellowship?
RIBA Honorary Fellowships celebrate the contributions people have made to architecture in its broadest sense - its promotion, administration and outreach, its role in building more sustainable communities, and its role in the education of future generations.
Who can make a nomination?
Any RIBA Chartered Member, Fellow, or Student Member.
Who can you nominate?
RIBA Honorary Fellows have all made a huge contribution to society and come from a wide range of industries and backgrounds; from artists, designers, writers and filmmakers, to planners, engineers, and developers. Take a look at our complete list of Honorary Fellows for inspiration.
We believe in the strength diversity brings to the profession of architecture, and we encourage nominations of people from all backgrounds, especially those from communities who have previously been under-represented in our honours.
Eligibility
You are not required to know the person you are nominating. You can nominate anyone you feel has made an impact and deserves to be honoured, provided they:
- are not currently practicing as an architect
- don't hold a RIBA recognised Part III qualification
- are living, as we are unable to give an honour posthumously
How to nominate
Use our online form and and provide alongside it:
- 300-500 word citation, outlining and evidencing the key reasons why you think your nominee should be honoured
- a list of their works, projects, achievements, and any supporting materials you feel demonstrates their excellence
The deadline for completing a nomination is 11.45pm (GMT) on Monday 30 June 2025. If you need an alternative format of the nomination form, or have any additional questions, please email awards@riba.org.
