What ARB does
Regulates use of the title 'architect' in the UK. Maintains register of architects, sets standards of conduct and practice, investigates complaints about architects' professional conduct.
Statutory regulator under Architects Act 1997. Only registered architects may use the title.
Contact ARB
- info@arb.org.uk
- Phone
- 020 7580 5861
Official guidance from ARB
Curated guidance documents to help you understand your obligations.
Legal framework
Legislation that ARB directly enforces.
Primary legislation
Secondary legislation
Related legislation
Legislation connected to ARB’s remit but not directly enforced — establishing Acts, amendments, referenced legislation, and context.
Establishing / enabling
Amendments / commencements
The Architects Act 1997 (Commencement No. 3 and Transitional Provisions) Order 1997
The Architects Act 1997 (Commencement) Order 1997
The Architects Act 1997 (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019
The European Qualifications (Health and Social Care Professions) (Amendment ) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019
The Professional Qualifications and Services (Amendments and Miscellaneous Provisions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020
The Recognition of Professional Qualifications and Implementation of International Recognition Agreements (Amendment) Regulations 2023