News
Project News
Manchester Gardens plans approved for 286 new homes in Trafford
Manchester Gardens proposal approved for 286 new homes in Trafford, regenerating a disused brownfield site with low-energy homes and urban green landscaped spaces.
Date: 2 Oct 26
by AHR
Practice News
AHR is now JOSCAR registered
Supporting our work across the defence sector this new accreditation is an exciting step, demonstrating our commitment to compliance and our readiness to deliver
Date: 1 Oct 26
by AHR
Events
We're heading to Healthcare Estates Conference, Exhibition and Awards 2026
Meet our team attending this year's conference where we will be sharing insights on trauma-informed design, NHS estate strategy and decarbonisation.
Date: 18 Sept 26
by AHR
Practice News
Bidding a fond farewell to Karle Burford who retires after nearly 23 years
After a remarkable 23 year career with AHR, director and southern region lead Karle Burford has announced he will be retiring at the end of 2026, leaving a lasting legacy of leadership and growth.
Date: 18 Sept 26
by AHR
Project News
Plans submitted for a new purpose-built, post-16 free school at Thorpe Park Leeds
We're pleased to share that plans have been submitted for a modern sixth form college focused on high quality learning, wellbeing, sustainability and a strong connection to its community.
Date: 14 Sept 26
by Robin Dixon
Associate Director, Architecture
Awards
We’re thrilled to be celebrating an ASCP UK Safety & Compliance Award win for our work with Incommunities
AHR and Incommunities win an ASCP award for a five-year programme improving building safety, compliance and homes in Yorkshire.
Date: 10 Sept 26
by AHR
Thought Leadership
Shaping resilient buildings for a changing climate
At AHR, we believe there has never been a more important moment to make sure our buildings are future ready and robust as we prepare to feel the effects of climate change more sharply than ever.
Date: 9 Sept 26
by AHR
Practice News
We’ve been appointed to Place Group’s Everything Estates Framework
We're pleased to share that we've been appointed to Place Group’s Everything Estates Framework (category 6), providing project management and building consultancy services.
Date: 27 Aug 26
by AHR
Awards
AHR shortlisted for Architectural Practice of the Year at the Insider South West Property Awards
We're pleased to share that we've been shortlisted for Architectural Practice of the Year at the Insider South West Property Awards, recognising our Bristol team and regional work.
Date: 25 Aug 26
by AHR
Project News
Templehall Community Hub achieves Passivhaus Classic certification
This achievement marks a major milestone for the local area, and one that reflects a growing body of work we're proud to be shaping across the UK.
Date: 24 Aug 26
by AHR
Thought Leadership
It's time to have your say on Scotland's Passivhaus equivalent
Associate director and Passivhaus-certified designer Jamie Gregory discusses the the stage 2 consultation for Scotland's Passivhaus equivalent standard and how to respond.
Date: 21 Aug 26
by Jamie Gregory
Associate Director, Architecture
Thought Leadership
Why local authority-led mixed use regeneration is shaping the future of our towns and cities
In our latest thought leadership piece, we explore how local authority-led mixed use regeneration is shaping resilient, inclusive towns and cities across the UK.
Date: 13 Aug 26
by AHR
Project News
Planning approved for the redevelopment of former office building into key worker accommodation
Plans approved for redevelopment of former office building in Taunton. The scheme will create 111 key worker homes at C Block, County Hall, bringing new life to an existing town centre building.
Date: 5 Aug 26
by Bill Storer
Regional Director, Architecture
Events
Why supporting early careers is vital in our industry
We recently hosted the first 'Next Gen Birmingham' event, a new networking initiative helping to shape future construction professions.
Date: 3 Aug 26
by AHR
Awards
We've been shortlisted for Architectural Practice of the Year at this year's Education Estates Awards
We're delighted to have been shortlisted as Architectural Practice of the Year at the Education Estates' Awards 2026.
Date: 28 Jul 26
by AHR
Project News
Work begins on the redevelopment of Wellfield Academy in Leyland
Work has started on the Wellfield Academy redevelopment, part of the DfE GenZero initiative, delivering a net zero carbon school designed around wellbeing.
Date: 24 Jul 26
by Imran Kassim
Director, Architecture
Practice News
We’re delighted to announce our successful appointment to Procure Plus’ Framework for Building Safety and Compliance
We're delighted to share our appointment to the four-year framework, where we will support building safety compliance, investigations and remediation across residential portfolios.
Date: 21 Jul 26
by AHR
Awards
Celebrating our shortlisting at the Building Design (BD) Architect of the Year Awards 2026
We're thrilled to announce that we have been shortlisted at the Building Design Awards 2026 in not one, but two prestigious categories.
Date: 20 Jul 26
by AHR
Project News
Stretford Mall regeneration takes next step with planning approval
We're delighted to share that Stretford Mall has secured planning approval, bringing forward 251 sustainable new homes and contributing to a greener, better-connected neighbourhood.
Date: 16 Jul 26
by Dominic Manfredi
Director, Architecture
Practice News
Work experience students bring Maggie’s Centre designs to life at our Shrewsbury office
Our Shrewsbury office welcomed work experience students for a one-week design challenge to create a small, uplifting Maggie’s Centre for people affected by cancer.
Date: 15 Jul 26
by George Gooderham
Architectural Assistant (Pt I), Architecture