News

Thought Leadership
Heritage, conservation and the defence estate: modernising without losing what matters
Defence sector lead Stuart Bryson explores how to modernise historic defence buildings while preserving heritage, meeting regulations and improving sustainability.
Date: 2 Jun 26
by Stuart Bryson
Regional Director, Architecture

Thought Leadership
A healthcare system under strain and the opportunity in front of us
Across the UK, the NHS estate is facing growing pressure from ageing buildings, rising demand and the transition to net zero carbon. These connected challenges call for a more joined-up approach.
Date: 29 May 26
by AHR

Project News
Planning approval secured for Academy Way, Warrington
We're delighted to share that plans have been approved for this people-focused residential scheme providing 240 homes, and combining sustainability and placemaking to support connected urban living.
Date: 27 May 26
by AHR

Project News
Landmark airtightness result achieved at Caledonia High School
We're delighted to share that Caledonia High School has achieved 0.337 ACH, setting a new standard for low-energy, high-performance school design in Scotland.
Date: 27 May 26
by Keith Peterson
Associate, Architecture

Thought Leadership
Masterplanning the sovereign industrial base: thinking at scale
We explore how masterplanning helps defence estates deliver long-term value, flexibility and operational continuity across complex sites.
Date: 11 May 26
by AHR

Thought Leadership
Reinventing the legacy NHS estate: A portfolio-led route to safer, lower-carbon care
Exploring how a portfolio-led retrofit approach helps the NHS prioritise legacy estate investment, cut carbon, reduce risk and improve safety and care.
Date: 11 May 26
by AHR

Practice News
We've been appointed to Hull City Council’s Engineering and Regeneration Professional Services Framework
We're excited to be one of five suppliers selected across two lots: 3a – Building Construction and 3b – Housing Strategy and Appraisal Services.
Date: 6 May 26
by AHR

Thought Leadership
Insights, Strategic Defence Review priorities and the need for the Defence Investment Plan
Regional director and defence sector lead Stuart Bryson shares his reflections from the DPRTE conference in Farnborough.
Date: 29 Apr 26
by Stuart Bryson
Regional Director, Architecture

Awards
Celebrating our shortlist at the Insider Wales Property Awards
We're shortlisted for Architectural Practice of the Year at this year's Insider Wales Property Awards, celebrating our work shaping communities across Wales.
Date: 27 Apr 26
by AHR

Thought Leadership
Building a legacy: reflections on The Ridgeway, Sele Farm
Director David de Sousa reflects on The Ridgeway at Sele Farm, a 100% affordable housing scheme that proves good design does not have to cost more.
Date: 23 Apr 26
by David de Sousa
Director, Architecture

Project News
Plans approved for a vibrant and connected new residential development in Milton Keynes
We are pleased to share that our plans for a new build-to-rent (BTR) residential development in Milton Keynes, have been approved.
Date: 22 Apr 26
by AHR

Thought Leadership
Designing for defence communities: the people behind the mission
Sector lead Stuart Bryson explores how defence investment shapes communities, housing and infrastructure, and why good design is key to workforce retention and long-term success.
Date: 20 Apr 26
by Stuart Bryson
Regional Director, Architecture

Thought Leadership
Security, resilience and wellbeing: designing defence facilities that perform
Stuart Bryson explores how we design resilient, adaptable defence facilities that balance stringent security with human-centric environments to boost performance.
Date: 16 Apr 26
by Stuart Bryson
Regional Director, Architecture

Thought Leadership
The workforce plan starts with place: Designing an NHS estate where people can thrive
We explore how people-centred NHS estate design improves staff wellbeing, retention and productivity, from acute hospitals to neighbourhood health hubs.
Date: 15 Apr 26
by AHR

Project News
Planning approved for new regional cycling hub in Bristol
Plans have been approved to bring forward the new Bristol Regional Cycling Hub, an inclusive cycling and community destination set to transform a brownfield site in North West Bristol.
Date: 13 Apr 26
by AHR

Thought Leadership
Placemaking with purpose: insights from our placemaking series
Our new report, 'Placemaking with purpose', brings together insights from a seven-part thought leadership series exploring what effective, long-term placemaking looks like in practice.
Date: 10 Apr 26
by AHR

Awards
We're shortlisted at this year's Insider North West Property Awards
We're delighted to share that we've been shortlisted for Architectural Practice of the Year at the Insider North West Property Awards, celebrating 40 years of shaping the region's built environment.
Date: 9 Apr 26
by AHR

Thought Leadership
Designing the net zero NHS: From retrofit to new build
Gareth Banks on how to deliver the NHS Net Zero Building Standard in live projects - safe, viable and resilient - through fabric-first design and data-led retrofit.
Date: 7 Apr 26
by Gareth Banks
Director, Architecture

Practice News
Growing talent, growing region: Celebrating senior promotions
We're excited to share the promotions of Adam Spall to director and Hira Teirney to regional director, recognising exceptional talent and growth across the South West and beyond.
Date: 1 Apr 26
by AHR

Practice News
Celebrating our new building consultancy director
We’re pleased to share a positive step forward for our London building consultancy team as Richard Rudd moves into the role of director.
Date: 1 Apr 26