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Thought Leadership
How Passivhaus integration is revolutionising the UK's largest Passivhaus education building
This project for Fife Council brings together two secondary schools into a single building, sitting on a shared site with a new Fife College building to create a new education hub.
Date: 12 Jun 23
by Jamie Gregory
Associate Director, Architecture
Thought Leadership
Green Roofs - Did the Teletubbies have it right?
Green roofs have been around for centuries and they are far more than just an adornment to an eco-house.
Date: 2 Jun 23
by Stefan Harris
Associate, Architecture
Thought Leadership
Why we need to retrofit to achieve net zero
Retrofitting buildings is critical to decarbonisation and achieving net zero. What are the challenges, opportunities, and steps we need to take to get there?
Date: 24 May 23
by Robert Hopkins
Director, Architecture
Practice News
Denham Way Playing Fields officially reopens following our refurbishment works to provide new and improved facilities
Our refurbishment project provides an outdoor gym, skate park and tennis courts for the local community – with recycled habitats to encourage wildlife.
Date: 22 May 23
by AHR
Practice News
Welcoming associate director Victoria Shepherdson to our Bristol team
With more than 25 years experience in the sector, Vicki brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience to grow our extensive portfolio of healthcare work.
Date: 19 May 23
by AHR
Practice News
How we are supporting our colleagues with their mental health
To highlight National Mental Health Awareness Week, we have been getting involved in a a variety of activities across our offices to help raise awareness around anxiety.
Date: 15 May 23
by AHR
Project News
Breathing life back into our towns and cities by adapting and reusing existing spaces
Reusing and upcycling empty buildings in city centres presents an ideal opportunity to reset our cities, help to regenerate local economies and support businesses that depend on foot traffic.
Date: 2 May 23
by Matt Stephenson
Associate, Architecture
Awards
How we're creating a better future for everyone through innovation and sustainability
We are thrilled to announce that our commitment to helping the UK reach its Net Zero Carbon ambitions has been recognised as we have been shortlisted for Architect of the Year at UKREiiF 2023.
Date: 25 Apr 23
by AHR
Thought Leadership
Reimagining our railway stations as hubs
Reimagining our railway stations as hubs to enhance economic growth and support the promotion of sustainable travel
Date: 13 Apr 23
by Samantha Smith
Director, Building Consultancy
Project News
Plans submitted for 180,000 sq ft of new build space in Wilmslow, Cheshire
Plans for 180,000 sq ft of new build space at the Royal London Mutual Insurance Society’s former campus off Alderley Road have been submitted.
Date: 29 Mar 23
by AHR
Practice News
Apply now for the 2023 RIBA AHR Scholarship
The scholarship, worth £6,000, will provides support to Part 2 students from low-income households who have demonstrated a commitment to their studies and to the profession.
Date: 28 Mar 23
by AHR
Practice News
'Be Ready' campaign launches across the UK
From April 2023, those responsible for high-rise residential buildings in the UK must register with the new Building Safety Regulator.
Date: 26 Mar 23
by AHR
Practice News
We’re delighted to announce we have opened a new office in Cardiff
Our new office, led by directors Gary Overton, Karle Burford and Thomas Murphy, reaffirms our commitment to our clients and projects in the country.
Date: 23 Mar 23
by AHR
Practice News
Delivering social value and improving communities with volunteering
Director Samantha Smith attended the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) volunteering day with the Canal & River Trust.
Date: 14 Mar 23
by AHR
Project News
Unveiling HEMISPHERE, a sustainable and dynamic building transforming the future workplace
HEMISPHERE is set to become one of first new builds in the UK designed to achieve six global sustainability accreditations.
Date: 14 Mar 23
by AHR
Practice News
Cheshire East Council framework appointment for building consultancy
Our building consultancy team is thrilled to have been appointed to the construction related Consultancy Services Framework for Cheshire East Council.
Date: 7 Mar 23
by AHR
Practice News
Catching up with Reem, our 2022 RIBA AHR Scholarship recipient
We caught up with Reem, our 2022 RIBA scholarship recipient for a chat to tell us how her scholarship is going so far.
Date: 6 Mar 23
by AHR
Project News
High quality residential development receives planning permission
Planning permission has been granted for City Place, our canal-side residential development in Chester which will breathe new life into its prime location.
Date: 20 Feb 23
by AHR
Practice News
New framework appointment for our building consultancy team
We are delighted to have been appointed to Kemnal Academies Trust’s (TKAT) framework for the provision of asset management services.
Date: 16 Feb 23
by AHR
Project News
Two further education college wins for our Bristol office
We have been appointed to transform Cornwall College and Yeovil College, combining our masterplanning, architecture, landscape design services to create inspired learning environments.
Date: 15 Feb 23