Enviably positioned in the heart of London’s West End, the Royal Institute of British Architects offers every kind of venue imaginable inside one single, spectacular setting, befitting its prestigious status as a showpiece of design and craftsmanship. This art deco landmark is located just a five-minute walk from Oxford Circus and is the ideal venue for anyone with a creative leaning towards, style and innovation. You get more than just event space at the RIBA; you get the chance to explore and experience a rich cultural environment.

The RIBA is home to 23 rooms, which can accommodate up to 400 delegates. Guests can choose from a portfolio of magnificent suites and rooms, which can host anything from a corporate meeting or business conference to those more intimate occasions like birthday celebrations and wedding receptions. The meeting and conference rooms are equally suitable for product launches, training courses, press launches and seminars as they are for fashion shows and private receptions. The team at the RIBA are friendly and attentive and will be sure to offer you a service second to none when booking an event at the venue. The experienced team has the drive and the initiative to help you create a memorable event.

Special occasions are a highlight at the RIBA. Whether you are looking to host a large wedding reception, an intimate gathering or the office Christmas party the RIBA can do it all. There are a variety of different packages on offer at the RIBA to cater for all needs and budgets. For larger functions the RIBA prides itself on the Florence Hall, which can be hired individually or in conjunction with the First Floor Landing and Terrace. The First Floor Landing is perfect for drinks receptions or more intimate gatherings.

Our permanently sited professional audio visual team are there to advise you on staging, lighting and all other areas of technical support, ensuring that you and your guests will leave the RIBA dazzled by the presentation of your event.

Good food and hospitality is at the heart of our business. Conference catering can be anything from a simple canapé reception right through to a lavish four-course sit down dinner. Alternatively our catering teams are very happy to help organisers design a menu to a particular taste or theme to match the occasion. Important issues such, as sustainability, traceability and care for the environment are all key factors when sourcing suppliers for the RIBA. RIBA’s expert in-house caterers and venues team provide a dedicated service to make guests feel at home and tend to any request.