Designing for Blast Resilience in Glazed Public Spaces

Description

This CPD provides architects with a practical understanding of how glazing systems perform under blast conditions and the implications for façade design in high-footfall environments. It explores why glazing is a key source of injury in blast events and reviews the strengths and limitations of current mitigation approaches.

The session introduces flexible anchoring systems as a design-led solution, enabling improved safety without compromising architectural intent. It also outlines how and when blast resilience should be considered within the RIBA Plan of Work, particularly during façade strategy development.

Supported by real-world case studies, testing standards, and specification guidance, this CPD helps architects integrate proportionate, compliant blast mitigation into contemporary building design.