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Transforming education estates through sustainable, inclusive and inspiring design

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Transforming education estates through sustainable, inclusive and inspiring design

From sustainable schools and universities to inclusive SEND campuses and adaptive reuse projects, we create educational spaces that inspire, nurture wellbeing, and meet net-zero and retrofit goals.

Date: 3 Oct 25

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Explore the new Women and Children’s Building at the Countess of Chester Hospital

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Explore the new Women and Children’s Building at the Countess of Chester Hospital

Explore how the new Women and Children’s Building redefines NHS care with a light-filled, family-focused design, shaped with staff and patients in mind.

Date: 2 Oct 25

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Exciting milestone as planning permission is secured on our residential retrofit project with Calderdale Council

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Exciting milestone as planning permission is secured on our residential retrofit project with Calderdale Council

In response to the climate emergency, we’re leading a project to create warmer, more comfortable and sustainable homes through a range of retrofit and whole-house energy efficiency works.

Date: 2 Oct 25

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The new Women and Children's Building becomes first in England approved under NHS Net Zero Building Standard

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The new Women and Children's Building becomes first in England approved under NHS Net Zero Building Standard

The new, AHR-designed Women and Children’s Building, which places healthcare staff and patient wellbeing at the fore, is the first NHS building to achieve net zero carbon in operation.

Date: 1 Oct 25

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How flexible, multi-use spaces are shaping the future of university estates

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How flexible, multi-use spaces are shaping the future of university estates

Discover how flexible multi-use spaces in university estates enable adaptable learning, sustainable campus design, and improved student experience.

Date: 1 Oct 25

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Brabazon planning submission marks exciting next step in shaping a thriving Bristol neighbourhood

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Brabazon planning submission marks exciting next step in shaping a thriving Bristol neighbourhood

We’re delighted to have submitted plans for a new food store, office building and multi-storey car park at Brabazon in Bristol, marking the next step in the area’s transformation.

Date: 28 Sept 25

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Daphne Steele Building achieves WELL Platinum certification

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Daphne Steele Building achieves WELL Platinum certification

The building, part of the University of Huddersfield’s National Health Innovation Campus, has achieved WELL Platinum certification – the highest possible rating under the WELL Building Standard.

Date: 25 Sept 25

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How are evolving clinical needs impacting the future of maternity services?

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How are evolving clinical needs impacting the future of maternity services?

Guest Speakers: Gareth Banks, Victoria Shepherdson and Sandra Reading.

Date: 23 Sept 25

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Hosted by Gareth Banks

Director, Architecture

Shaping the future of care: Inside the Women and Children’s Building

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Shaping the future of care: Inside the Women and Children’s Building

Discover how we shaped the new Women and Children’s Building, a modern maternity and neonatal facility transforming care and patient experience.

Date: 22 Sept 25

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The Daphne Steele Building takes home Design Excellence Award at Insider Yorkshire Property Awards

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The Daphne Steele Building takes home Design Excellence Award at Insider Yorkshire Property Awards

Discover how the Daphne Steele Building earned the prestigious Design Excellence Award, a visionary project focused on healthcare education, student well-being, and community impact.

Date: 19 Sept 25

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Our exceptional supported living development in Bonnyrigg shortlisted at Scotland Housing Awards 2025

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Our exceptional supported living development in Bonnyrigg shortlisted at Scotland Housing Awards 2025

We’re delighted that our carefully designed, Passivhaus Classic certified scheme has been recognised in the Excellence in Development for Affordable Housing category at this year’s awards.

Date: 18 Sept 25

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An exciting milestone reached as the transformation begins on site at Base, the former Younger Building

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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

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New review highlights urgent need to modernise maternity and neonatal estate in England

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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

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How we helped to shape the groundbreaking National Health Innovation Campus masterplan

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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

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Celebrating our Southern team's recognition for Architectural Practice of the Year

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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

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PAS 2035 (2023):  Do any of your domestic buildings require an airtightness test?

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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

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Circular design, accountability and energy resilience: Glasgow's decarbonisation roundtable event

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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

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What Martyn’s Law means for education settings

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

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How is trauma-informed design transforming university spaces?

Podcast

How is trauma-informed design transforming university spaces?

Guest Speakers: Robert Hopkins, Stefan Harris and Vicky Halliwell.

Date: 29 Aug 25

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Hosted by Robert Hopkins

Director, Architecture

Transforming university estates through retrofit-led design and decarbonisation

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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

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