Viewpoint: How can we allow room for innovation in a competency focused profession?

Andy Leask sees a role for the professional institutions in creating an environment where all people – from junior staff to directors – feel comfortable discussing mental health issues with their peers.

This month's letters address the topics of floor loading, recycling materials and the importance of sketching skills, among others.

Steve Faulkner is impressed by a thought-provoking book which makes the case that all design firms should be using BIM in their projects.