SWA believes strongly that good architecture is supported by knowledge and passion and that making time for research and reflection is central to enabling this. In order to embed research more firmly SWA’s culture and support all staff in developing their own capabilities, interests and careers, SWA offer a bursary once a year to enable a member of staff to take some time out for such a pursuit. The project proposal can cover anything, but should enhance interests, provide stimulus and have a clear output that will feed back into the work of the practice, helping to build up intellectual capital. A key aspect of the research has how it is communicated back to others both in the practice and beyond.