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Planning approved for a flexible, forward-thinking innovation hub in Redditch
Marking a key milestone in delivering flexible workspace for local people and driving economic growth in the area, we’re pleased to share that plans for Redditch Innovation Centre have been approved.
Date: 11 Jan 26
by AHR
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Our major hospital project, Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital (SaTH), reaches exciting milestone
The exciting event marked a significant milestone in the delivery of improved facilities for patients, colleagues and communities across the region.
Date: 6 Jan 26
by AHR
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Planning approved for Wellfield Academy, one of five GenZero national pathfinder schools
We’re delighted that planning approval has been granted for the redevelopment of Wellfield Academy in Leyland, one of five GenZero national pathfinder schools.
Date: 6 Jan 26
by AHR
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An exciting milestone reached as the redevelopment of Upton-by-Chester High School begins
Due to complete in 2028, the new secondary school will provide a high-quality, inclusive learning environment for 1,845 students.
Date: 5 Jan 26
by AHR
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Helping to shape a welcoming new neighbourhood at Academy Way, Warrington
Public consultation is now open on our proposals for 240 affordable homes at Academy Way, transforming a brownfield site into a sustainable neighbourhood in Warrington town centre.
Date: 1 Dec 25
by AHR
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Introducing the University of Salford's landmark building, Thrive Health and Wellbeing Centre
Discover how our design for the University of Salford’s Thrive Health and Wellbeing Centre combines trauma-informed design, biophilia, specialist clinical teaching spaces and community access.
Date: 26 Nov 25
by AHR
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Planning approved for Bristol Temple Meads Southern Gateway
Plans have been approved for this transformative transport hub and civic space, a key milestone in Bristol’s largest regeneration project, promoting greener travel and economic growth.
Date: 7 Nov 25
by AHR
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Contributing to the development of the UK Net Zero Carbon Building Standard
How we’re helping to shape practical, future-ready guidance by contributing data from the world’s largest Passivhaus school to the UK Net Zero Carbon Building Standard pilot testing programme.
Date: 20 Oct 25
by AHR
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GenZero and nature-based design in practice: Reflections from Education Estates 2025
Imran Kassim has the pleasure of speaking at the Education Estates Conference, sharing insights from our work on Wellfield Academy in Leyland, one of the UK’s first GenZero secondary schools.
Date: 19 Oct 25
by Imran Kassim
Director, Architecture
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Transforming healthcare education by putting the patient journey at the heart of its design
With Kevin Riley, Technical Services Manager at the University of Huddersfield, we discuss how replicating real-life healthcare pathways is transforming student readiness and professional development.
Date: 19 Oct 25
by AHR
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Setting a new standard in public-facing immersive healthcare education
More than a traditional higher education facility, the building blurs the boundaries between university, healthcare and community, creating a place where learning and care go hand in hand.
Date: 18 Oct 25
by AHR
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Thoughtful interiors that elevate healthcare teaching and learning
We explore how evidence-led interior design has shaped one of the UK’s healthiest and most inspiring higher education environments.
Date: 12 Oct 25
by AHR
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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
by AHR
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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
by AHR
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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
by AHR
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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
by AHR
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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
by AHR
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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
by AHR
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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
by AHR
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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