Ryan Davies has recently stepped into the role of Group Chair of CIAT aspirATion Group: Wales/Cymru, marking an exciting new chapter for the organisation and its members of aspiring professionals. He has a whole programme of engaging events planned for South Wales – Congratulations Ryan!

A couple of months ago, construction started on Coleg Penybont | Bridgend College Town Centre Campus - a big step toward creating a sustainable, future-focused educational space for 850+ students. We’re glad to share some drone footage of progress, capturing the scale of the ambitious project.

It was a real pleasure meeting everyone involved in this project and meeting our partners at Herbert Thompson Primary School in person. We’re excited to begin working with the pupils. Together, we'll help give a disused building a new lease of life!

Rio is seeking experienced, passionate and detail-focused Architects, Interior Designers and Technologists to add to its dynamic and growing team in Cardiff. Please get in touch at [email protected] #hiring #Architect #interiordesigners #technologists #CIAT #Careers

What happens when technology and creativity come together? We recently explored this question through an AI-driven exercise to understand the possibilities within architecture. Find out more here: rioarchitects.com/news/from-prom… #AI #GenerativeAI #Architecture

We delivered our first workshop as part of the Shape My School programme at Herbert Thompson Primary School in partnership with Cardiff Commitment | Addewid Caerdydd and the Welsh School of Architecture Together, with Year 3 we explored how to bring an old, disused building at their school back to life! #socialvalue

We’re looking forward to handing over Trinity Fields SEN School as it nears completion. This project has been delivered through the collaborative efforts of CaerphillyCBC | Willmott Dixon | Hydrock now Stantec | MSafe Group | DPP Planning | TACP UK and Carbon Consult

As the demands of higher education change, flexibility in education estates is essential for optimising space. Andy Baker discusses how investing in adaptability in an educational facility design can meet future challenges in the educational landscape. #architecture

Cardiff’s newly revealed multi-modal transport hub - the first of several buildings, designed by Rio, is an architecturally bold and captivating building that celebrates the entrance to the city’s new neighbourhood. Read more 👇rioarchitects.com/project/cardif…

With our last working day in the studio on December 24th, we’d like to take some time to wish you all a wonderful break over Christmas & the New Year. From us all > Nadolig Llawen a Blwyddyn Newydd Dda! | Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Here’s to the end of a remarkable 2024! As we close out the year, here’s a look back at the past 12 months. Wishing you all a peaceful and joyful end to the year from everyone at Rio. We’ll see you in a few days.

What better way to start the new year than by visiting one of our recently completed projects? Trinity Fields School, Caerphilly - a fantastic achievement for everyone involved. We look forward to seeing how it supports the needs of staff, pupils & the community. #architecture

We’re pleased to see Cardiff Airport take a big step forward with the launch of its next-generation security scanners! Find out more about how our design approach helped optimise the passenger experience> rioarchitects.com/project/cardif… #architecture #airportdesign

We are delighted to announce some well-deserved promotions and changes in roles at Rio! Please join us in congratulating two talented members of the team: Nia Morgan and Claudio Couto! Read more: rioarchitects.com/news/stepping-… #architecture #jobpromotion

Good news for the Cathays community as 64 social housing homes are given (unanimous) planning permission. The redevelopment of Medallion House in Cathays aims to help regenerate the area and serve the residential and commercial needs of the community. rioarchitects.com/news/uplift-fo…

A fantastic day of social value in action as we took part in a community tree planting event as part of the Cardiff Council Coed Caerdydd (Forest Cardiff) initiative. 10 trees were planted this morning, which will start producing fruit in a couple of years for the community to enjoy.

Dydd Gŵyl Dewi Hapus! We're celebrating with our annual Welsh Cake Bake Off at Rio! Pop by the Cardiff studio on Monday to try a cake, vote for your favourite, and support the Sandville Self Help Foundation . Each cake is just 50p – all proceeds go to a fantastic cause. #StDavidsDay #Wales

Project Highlight ✨ Watton Mount will be home to the Lee Stafford Academy of Hairdressing, barbering, applied therapies and Creative Arts and Digital Industries - the first and only one of its kind in Wales! Andrew Scott Ltd Rio Architects Ltd. Grŵp Colegau NPTC Group of Colleges #SustainableWorkspaces

🚨Brandon Stays 🚨 After helping the club in the second half of the season during his loan spell from Cardiff Met. Brandon signs.... And this time, he's here to stay. ⚽🔴