AI adoption hits tipping point across UK architecture

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has published the results of the third survey among its members into attitudes towards, and usage of artificial intelligence (AI). It outlines how AI adoption has changed, how its use has developed and how design professionals view the AI-influenced future.
The report shows a significant jump in the number of architecture practices now using AI, from 59 per cent in 2025, to 74 per cent in 2026. Many contributors view AI as a valuable tool in boost