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Office 2035: A joint roundtable hosted by AHR, Ramboll and Sterling Properties
Explore the future of UK workplaces. Discover key insights from our joint roundtable on the barriers and opportunities shaping workplace design by 2035.
Date: 10 Feb 26
by Simon Lamprell
Director, Architecture

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National Apprenticeship Week: Building confidence, capability and opportunity
This National Apprenticeship Week, we are proudly highlighting the apprentices helping shape our practice today.
Date: 9 Feb 26
by AHR

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Creating places where people feel safe: introducing our new white paper on trauma-informed design
We're delighted to release white paper on trauma-informed design with the University of Salford exploring how design can support wellbeing, safety and inclusive environments.
Date: 2 Feb 26
by AHR

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Sharing what we’ve learned from our 2025 decarbonisation roundtable series
Discover insights from our 2025 decarbonisation roundtables on net zero buildings, circular economy, energy resilience, and digital tools for sustainable construction in the UK.
Date: 19 Jan 26
by AHR

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We’re delighted to have been reappointed to Kirklees Council’s Professional Consultancy Services Framework
We look forward to building on our decades-long relationship with Kirklees Council by delivering a wide range of design and restoration projects through to 2029.
Date: 16 Jan 26
by AHR

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Shaping places, inspiring communities: Highlights from 2025
Join us as we reflect on a year of achievement, innovation and growth, from award winning projects and industry recognition to thought leadership and community engagement.
Date: 5 Dec 25
by AHR
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Project management: Strengthening our offering with exciting new appointments
We have expanded our project management team, enhancing our building consultancy expertise and supporting successful project delivery nationwide.
Date: 30 Oct 25
by AHR

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Decarbonisation in Leeds: Tackling greenwashing and cost barriers
At our decarbonisation roundtable discussion in Leeds, experts joined us to explore how we can overcome greenwashing, cost and National Grid challenges to lead the UK’s net zero journey.
Date: 8 Oct 25
by AHR

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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
by AHR

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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
by AHR

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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
by AHR
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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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