As part of their Part 3 studies at the Bartlett School of Architecture, candidates on our course are tasked with producing an opinion piece. This allows them to explore and develop their thinking around specific issues facing our discipline and their role in shaping its future – distinct from the specific focus of their case study, which remains a central piece of Part 3 scholarship. The exercise encourages them to engage critically with architectural practice as it stands today while considering its wider social, economic, and environmental responsibilities.

In the coming weeks, you will have the chance to read a selection of four of these texts, each offering distinctive perspectives on topical issues and raising overlooked questions. These essays capture a profession in transition, where debates on inclusivity, sustainability, and work culture intersect with new challenges from regulatory reform, economic pressures, and shifting industry expectations.

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