R.I.B.A.

abbreviation for

1. Royal Institute of British Architects.

RIBA

¹

abbreviation for

1. Royal Institute of British Architects

riba

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/ ˈriːbə /

noun

1. (in Islam) interest or usury, as forbidden by the Koran

Word History and Origins

Origin of R.I.B.A.¹

C21: from Arabic al-Riba , literally: to excess or increase

Example Sentences

"It is an extraordinarily complex architectural feat masked by an elegant simplicity," Riba said.

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Riba President Muyiwa Oki said this year’s shortlisted projects "demonstrate the ingenuity and diversity of architecture today".

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This isn’t the first time Park Hill has been recognised by Riba - the first phase won the Riba Stirling prize in 2013.

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The Elizabeth line, a rail network which opened in London in 2022, has been announced as one of six nominees for the 2024 Riba Stirling prize for architecture.

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Riba will announce the winner in October at the capital's Roundhouse.

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