News

Project News
An exciting milestone reached as the transformation begins on site at Base, the former Younger Building
We are pleased to share that work has now begun on site at Base, the transformational redevelopment of the former Younger Building in West Edinburgh.
Date: 17 Sept 25
by AHR

Practice News
New review highlights urgent need to modernise maternity and neonatal estate in England
Learn how we can support NHS Trusts in transforming maternity and neonatal estates into safe, modern facilities that prioritise dignity, care and wellbeing.
Date: 17 Sept 25
by AHR

Project News
How we helped to shape the groundbreaking National Health Innovation Campus masterplan
Developed in close collaboration with the university and shaped by a long-standing partnership, we created a strategic masterplan that goes far beyond the design of individual buildings.
Date: 13 Sept 25
by AHR

Awards
Celebrating our Southern team's recognition for Architectural Practice of the Year
This recognition reflects not only the high quality of our work but also the outstanding talent and passion of our multidisciplinary teams.
Date: 12 Sept 25
by AHR

Practice News
PAS 2035 (2023): Do any of your domestic buildings require an airtightness test?
Under new PAS 2035:2023 guidance some domestic buildings will be subject to airtightness testing. Find out how we can support you in improving energy-efficiency of your estate.
Date: 10 Sept 25
by AHR

Practice News
Circular design, accountability and energy resilience: Glasgow's decarbonisation roundtable event
At our decarbonisation roundtable discussion — the third of this year’s series — professionals from across public and private sectors came together to explore the opportunities and challenges ahead.
Date: 9 Sept 25
by AHR

What Martyn’s Law means for education settings
As the education sector prepares for Martyn’s Law, we are here to help schools, colleges and universities understand the implications for their estates.
Date: 5 Sept 25
by AHR

Podcast
How is trauma-informed design transforming university spaces?
Guest Speakers: Robert Hopkins, Stefan Harris and Vicky Halliwell.
Date: 29 Aug 25
Hosted by Robert Hopkins
Director, Architecture

Thought Leadership
Transforming university estates through retrofit-led design and decarbonisation
We combine asset targeting with robust modelling, performance testing, and technical analysis, we deliver retrofit solutions that cut carbon, reduce costs, and improve long-term estate performance.
Date: 26 Aug 25
by AHR

Project News
How we are driving development and investment opportunities in Huddersfield
Huddersfield is where our story began in 1835. Since then, we have seen the town adapt to new industries, technologies and ways of living while retaining the character of its unique heritage.
Date: 26 Aug 25
by AHR
Practice News
How architectural students gain practical experience and confidence through the RIBA AHR Scholarship
We caught up with our 2024 RIBA AHR Scholar Matthew James and mentor Manisa Mistry, who share their reflections on the experience.
Date: 22 Aug 25
by AHR

Practice News
We're shortlisted for Architectural Practice of the Year at IHEEM 2025 Awards
We are proud to be shortlisted for this award, recognising our commitment to designing healthcare spaces that meet complex technical needs and enhance patient and staff experiences.
Date: 22 Aug 25
by AHR

Practice News
Celebrating four prestigious shortlisting's at this year's Education Estates Awards
We’re delighted to share that we have been successfully shortlisted in four categories at this year’s event, which celebrates excellence and innovation in the education sector.
Date: 22 Aug 25
by AHR

Thought Leadership
Delivering placemaking projects: From strategy to reality
How to take placemaking from vision to reality. Explore placemaking delivery strategies for planning and funding to design, early activation and long-term care.
Date: 21 Aug 25
by AHR

Project News
Notre Dame Catholic Sixth Form College: Working together to support career development
We’ve been working with the College in Leeds since 2000, developing a close relationship which has supported the delivery of numerous projects, placing the College in the best position for the future.
Date: 18 Aug 25
by AHR

Thought Leadership
Cross-sector ecosystems: Designing places for health innovation
The UK’s health and life sciences sectors are central to its ambition to become a global leader in research and innovation.
Date: 13 Aug 25
by AHR

Practice News
How we are revolutionising our building surveys with drone expertise
Our in-house geomatic consultancy team regularly delivers drone surveys, offering our clients, and our teams of architects and building consultants, a significant number of benefits.
Date: 12 Aug 25
by AHR

Project News
Plans approved for the transformation of Upton-by-Chester High School
Our plans to redevelop the school have received planning approval, marking an exciting step forward in delivering modern, high quality learning environments for students and staff.
Date: 11 Aug 25
by AHR

Project News
Planning submitted for a new cutting-edge innovation centre
Plans have been submitted for the new innovation hub in Redditch, a cornerstone project in the wider town centre regeneration programme and a key driver of future economic growth.
Date: 10 Aug 25
by AHR

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