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Stay optimistic – your profession is the stronger for it
This year’s AJ100 survey shows that optimism among the UK’s biggest practices has not only bounced back as the pandemic eased but soared to its highest level since 2015, writes Emily Booth
Emily Booth
Emily Booth is editor of the AJ – here are her editorials on current topics of debate within architecture
Small moments of beauty and joy in the nastiest of times
The AJ Small Projects shortlist marks a counterpoint to the turmoil of war in Ukraine
The benefits of retrofit are legion and long-lasting
Retrofit can help people thrive in the places they already love, says Emily Booth
Architecture is about people: working with people and building for people
The memories shared in our tributes to Richard Rogers and Chris Wilkinson are a reminder of the innovation and humanity that these architects bought to their roles, writes Emily Booth
It hasn’t been an easy year, but the resilience of the profession shines through
At the end of the year it’s always interesting to look back at the stories that have resonated most with you, our subscribers, writes Emily Booth. Here are a few of the most popular pieces from 2021
Both environmental and social sustainability shine through in the AJ Architecture Awards
They’re back! It’s wonderful to be celebrating standout UK architecture with the return, after a year’s hiatus, of the AJ Architecture Awards
New Talent in the AJ100’s ranks brings a fresh take to the UK’s biggest practices
This year’s AJ100 is a snapshot of resilience in UK practice in the face of multiple challenges
There’s a fresh buzz in the city as we emerge from lockdown
The AJ’s first face-to-face event in 17 months was an energising and joyful experience, says Emily Booth
Despite the pandemic, students’ work is fizzing with purpose
Students might not have been able to travel far in person in this pandemic year, but our Student Prize entries show they are looking at real-world issues and problems close-up and with verve, says Emily Booth
Resilience and hope are sustaining architects in this crisis
We’re publishing data from two surveys this month, which both give an important insight into the state of the profession, says AJ editor Emily Booth