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How universities can reduce estate costs and build long-term resilience

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How universities can reduce estate costs and build long-term resilience

Discover the practical, design-led strategies to cut costs, lower carbon and future-proof university estates.

Date: 2 Nov 25

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Celebrating our Net Zero Architect of the Year win

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Celebrating our Net Zero Architect of the Year win

We’re proud to have been named Net Zero Architect of the Year at this year’s Building Design Architect of the Year Awards, a reflection of our commitment to sustainability and design excellence.

Date: 26 Oct 25

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Designing healthy places: The role of placemaking in wellbeing and inclusion

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Designing healthy places: The role of placemaking in wellbeing and inclusion

Discover how healthy placemaking tackles inequalities, supports wellbeing and creates inclusive, resilient communities for the future.

Date: 22 Oct 25

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Transforming healthcare education by putting the patient journey at the heart of its design

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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

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Setting a new standard in public-facing immersive healthcare education

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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

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Delivering patient-centred healthcare that supports recovery, communities and net zero goals

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Delivering patient-centred healthcare that supports recovery, communities and net zero goals

Learn how we are transforming NHS estates with sustainable, community-focused design by creating accessible healthcare spaces that reduce carbon emissions while improving patient and staff wellbeing.

Date: 17 Oct 25

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Thoughtful interiors that elevate healthcare teaching and learning

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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

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Decarbonisation in Leeds: Tackling greenwashing and cost barriers

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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

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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?

Podcast

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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Resilient placemaking: Designing future-proofed places for a changing world

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Resilient placemaking: Designing future-proofed places for a changing world

Discover how resilient placemaking creates adaptable, low-carbon places through retrofit strategies, climate-ready landscapes and performance-led design.

Date: 19 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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