FUTUREBUILD SHOW PREVIEW
INSPIRING TOMORROW ’ S ARCHITECTS WITH REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE
BY JOAN FERRER , COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR UK & IRE AT RAVAGO BUILDING SOLUTIONS UK
As part of Ravago Building Solutions UK ’ s Architects Academy Programme , we welcomed Architecture and Architectural Technology students from Anglia Ruskin University to our King ’ s Lynn plant for an immersive experience day .
This initiative aims to bridge the gap between theory and practice , offering students valuable insights into the diverse opportunities within our industry .
During the day , students toured our manufacturing facility , where they observed the production of Ravatherm XPS X thermal insulation boards . More than just a plant visit , this was an opportunity for them to understand how high-performance insulation products are developed and applied to create energyefficient , durable buildings .
The experience also included real-life case studies , which helped students see how insulation can shape their future designs .
The students had an interactive Q & A with our commercial team , whose combined 100 years of experience in insulation offered a broad perspective on career paths in architecture and construction .
As someone who took a non-linear route into this field , I understand the value of exposing students to roles they might not have yet considered .
The feedback following the event was overwhelmingly positive . Graham Terry , Course Director of Architectural Technology at Anglia Ruskin University , described the session as “ the best CPD training ” they ’ d experienced , highlighting its relevance to applying classroom knowledge in the real world .
What truly excites me about this programme is its potential to open students ’ minds to the broader impacts they can have on the built environment . Architects today must be forward thinkers , pushing the boundaries of traditional practice .
See us at Futurebuild !
We ’ re excited to continue these conversations at FutureBuild 2025 , taking place March 4-6 . Visit us at stand E70 on the GRO Pavilion to learn more about Ravatherm XPS X thermal insulation and how it can empower your next project .
For more information , visit www . ravagobuildingsolutions . com / uk
The more exposure young people get to the industry ’ s broader ecosystem , the better equipped they ’ ll be to lead transformative changes in the future .
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