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Practice News
We are delighted to announce that we have been appointed to Manchester City Council’s North West Construction Hub Framework
We are thrilled to have successfully secured one of four places on Lot 2 Architectural, Lot 4 Building Surveying and Lot 8 CDM on the professional services framework ‘NWCH Consult.’
Date: 6 Aug 25
by AHR
Project News
Planning approval granted for new Grade A office building at Brabazon
We’re delighted to announce that planning permission has been granted for a landmark Grade A office building at Brabazon, a new neighbourhood in North Bristol.
Date: 1 Aug 25
by AHR
Project News
Exciting project milestone reached as plans submitted for Bristol Temple Meads Southern Gateway
A major step forward for this transformative new transport hub and civic space at the heart of Bristol’s largest regeneration project.
Date: 1 Aug 25
by AHR
Thought Leadership
How Trauma-Informed Design is shaping more inclusive spaces
In this piece, we explore what trauma-informed design means in practice and how it is shaping a more inclusive future for the built environment.
Date: 25 Jul 25
by AHR
Practice News
Achieving decarbonisation: Circularity and smarter energy use in the built environment
As the built environment navigates a rapidly evolving climate landscape, the drive to decarbonise is becoming both more urgent and more complex.
Date: 22 Jul 25
by AHR
Thought Leadership
Optimising university estates to enhance the student experience
As competition among universities intensifies, the role of the campus estate in shaping student experience has never been more important.
Date: 15 Jul 25
by AHR
Practice News
Achieving decarbonisation: Rethinking materials in construction
This latest series is framed around the theme ‘Shaping the future’ — with a particular focus on sustainable materials and energy in construction.
Date: 13 Jul 25
by AHR
Thought Leadership
People first: Designing for community and identity
We explore the social dimension of placemaking and how inclusive design, meaningful engagement and cultural identity contribute to environments that are enriching and enduring.
Date: 7 Jul 25
by AHR
Podcast
How do you shape a future-ready healthcare space that’s truly patient-focused?
Guest Speakers: Victoria Shepherdson, Gareth Banks and Ewan Forsyth
Date: 7 Jul 25
Hosted by AHR
Thought Leadership
Reimagining healthcare spaces to meet a reimagined NHS
The Government’s new 10-Year Health Plan for England sets out a transformative direction for the NHS - anchored in prevention, digital delivery and localised care.
Date: 4 Jul 25
by Victoria Shepherdson
Associate Director, Architecture
Thought Leadership
Built for breakthroughs: Designing the future of life sciences in the UK
The UK’s life sciences sector is entering a new phase of opportunity. After a challenging 2024, where tenant demand slowed and funding became more selective, optimism is returning for 2025–26.
Date: 29 Jun 25
by AHR
Practice News
Making residential development viable in a shifting landscape
This article offers practical strategies to help developers and housing providers navigate complexity, reduce risk, and unlock the full potential of their residential schemes.
Date: 23 Jun 25
by AHR
Podcast
The WELL Building Standard: Managing The Spine for health and wellbeing
Guest Speakers: Robert Hopkins and Cathy Hardman
Date: 15 Jun 25
Hosted by Robert Hopkins
Director, Architecture
Project News
Leading the way: Woodmill and St Columba's RC High School is officially the world's largest Passivhaus education building
Woodmill and St Columba’s RC High School in Dunfermline has proudly achieved Passivhaus Classic certification, officially becoming the largest Passivhaus education building in the world.
Date: 11 Jun 25
by AHR
Project News
Airedale Hospital appoints expert design team for new, state of the art healthcare facility
We’re proud to be in the design team reimagining the hospital, creating a future-focused healthcare environment focused on wellbeing, safety and comfort for patients, staff and the community.
Date: 1 Jun 25
by AHR
Project News
We're thrilled to have secured a place on Fusion21's Building Safety and Compliance Framework
We are proud to join the 145 practices appointed to the £800m framework, which provides regional and national coverage and offers clients support in in caring for and enhancing their buildings.
Date: 28 May 25
by AHR
Practice News
We’re delighted to join EN:Procure’s Construction Consultancy Services Framework
Following on from our appointment on the previous iteration of the framework, we have successfully secured a place on multiple lots of the new Gen-4 framework, joining 105 other suppliers.
Date: 27 May 25
by AHR
Thought Leadership
Healthy Buildings: Going Beyond Performance
Designed for wellbeing and sustainability, healthy buildings create spaces that inspire comfort, happiness, and productivity.
Date: 22 May 25
by AHR
Thought Leadership
Reframing placemaking: How to create places that work in practice
This thought piece series explores how placemaking can be meaningfully applied in practice, drawing on our own project experience, multi-sector insight and interdisciplinary expertise.
Date: 16 May 25
by AHR
Project News
Plans approved for a significant tower scheme providing much-needed, affordable homes in Ilford
Planning has been granted for our redevelopment of the former Harrison Gibson building on High Road, Ilford, a step forward in providing 100% affordable, high quality homes for a range of tenants.
Date: 13 May 25