RICS Built Environment European Summit 2025

Early bird ticket sales end on 15 June

The Gala dinner

Date: 20th October 2025 (Evening)

Location: House of Music Hungary, Budapest

Dress code: Black tie

The Summit

Date: 21st October 2025 (Full day)

Location: Hungarian Central Bank Buda Centre,
Budapest, Krisztina krt. 55, 1013

Side Programmes

Danube Boat Cruise

Date: 20th October 2025

Time: 1:10 pm – 3.30pm

The Danube boat cruise offers a unique perspective on urban regeneration, infrastructure projects, and sustainable waterfront developments taking shape along one of Europe’s most strategically significant waterways. It highlights how cities are transforming their riverfronts to support economic growth, tourism, and climate resilience.

Limited places. Registration needed.

Hauszmann Programme Private Guided Walking Tour

Date: 21st October 2025

Time: 6.30pm

The Hauszmann Programme in Budapest is a major national restoration and redevelopment initiative revitalizing the historic Buda Castle District. This private walking tour offers exclusive access to key sites within the project, showcasing Hungary’s architectural heritage and its integration into a modern civic and cultural vision. An exclusive experience not to be missed.

Limited places. Registration needed.

About the Summit

The RICS Built Environment European Summit 2025 is the premier gathering of industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators driving the future of the built environment. As Europe faces critical challenges—including urbanization, sustainability, digital transformation, and economic resilience—this summit will provide a platform for thought leadership, collaboration, and actionable solutions.

Join us for an inspiring day of insightful workshops, inspiring keynotes, expert panel discussions, and networking opportunities that will shape the policies and strategies defining the next era of real estate, infrastructure, and sustainable urban development.

A unique location

Known as the "Pearl of the Danube," Budapest is a city of contrasts, where the majestic Danube River divides the historic, hilly Buda from the vibrant, flat Pest. Combining a rich cultural heritage with rapid modern development, Budapest is a leader in urban regeneration and innovation—making it the perfect destination for this year’s European summit.

An exclusive Gala Dinner

The event itinerary begins with experiencing a private tour of what the House of Music has to offer and an exclusive evening gala dinner amidst a cultural and architectural marvel, the House of Music Hungary. Designed by Japanese star architect Sou Fujimoto, the venue has become a hub for art, culture, creation and innovation, the perfect backdrop for an evening of elevated networking and inspiration.

Why Attend?

• Engage with Industry Leaders – Hear from top industry leaders, policymakers, and experts shaping the European built environment.
• Stay Ahead of Market Trends – Gain exclusive insights into market dynamics, regulatory changes and risk & resilience strategies.
• Expand Your Network – Connect with built environment professionals, investors, developers, financial institutions and government stakeholders alike.
• Explore Cutting-Edge Innovations – Discover new technologies, investment strategies, and best practices in land, real estate, infrastructure and finance.
• Be Part of the Conversation – Engage in discussions that will influence policies, shape industry standards, and drive sustainable and resilient strategies across Europe.

Key Themes & Topics

v Alternative property sectors: exploring trends, opportunities, and innovations

v Sustainable finance & Investment

v Transition and physical risk management

v Clean Industrial Deal and what it means for the built environment

v Redevelopment of brownfield

v Affordable housing and urban development

v Maximizing on-site renewables vs. grid-reliance

v Data & Technology in real estate

v Addressing the skills gaps and attracting the next generation challenge

If you are interested in partnership opportunities or if you have any questions, please contact Gina Ding at gding@rics.org