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People first: Designing for community and identity

Thought Leadership

People first: Designing for community and identity

We explore the social dimension of placemaking and how inclusive design, meaningful engagement and cultural identity contribute to environments that are enriching and enduring.

Date: 7 Jul 25

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Reimagining healthcare spaces to meet a reimagined NHS

Thought Leadership

Reimagining healthcare spaces to meet a reimagined NHS

The Government’s new 10-Year Health Plan for England sets out a transformative direction for the NHS - anchored in prevention, digital delivery and localised care.

Date: 4 Jul 25

Victoria Shepherdson - Associate Director, Architecture

by Victoria Shepherdson

Associate Director, Architecture

Built for breakthroughs: Designing the future of life sciences in the UK

Thought Leadership

Built for breakthroughs: Designing the future of life sciences in the UK

The UK’s life sciences sector is entering a new phase of opportunity. After a challenging 2024, where tenant demand slowed and funding became more selective, optimism is returning for 2025–26.

Date: 29 Jun 25

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Making residential development viable in a shifting landscape

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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

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We're thrilled to have secured a place on Fusion21's Building Safety and Compliance Framework

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We're thrilled to have secured a place on Fusion21's Building Safety and Compliance Framework

We are proud to join the 145 practices appointed to the £800m framework, which provides regional and national coverage and offers clients support in in caring for and enhancing their buildings.

Date: 28 May 25

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Healthy Buildings: Going Beyond Performance

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Healthy Buildings: Going Beyond Performance

Designed for wellbeing and sustainability, healthy buildings create spaces that inspire comfort, happiness, and productivity.

Date: 22 May 25

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Reframing placemaking: How to create places that work in practice

Thought Leadership

Reframing placemaking: How to create places that work in practice

This thought piece series explores how placemaking can be meaningfully applied in practice, drawing on our own project experience, multi-sector insight and interdisciplinary expertise.

Date: 16 May 25

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We’re looking forward to attending this year’s UKREiiF Annual Event

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We’re looking forward to attending this year’s UKREiiF Annual Event

We hope to see you there! We’ll be reconnecting with industry friends, exploring ways to collaborate, and sharing our expertise at this year’s conference.

Date: 9 May 25

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Plans have been submitted to revitalise a historic landmark in the heart of Huddersfield

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Plans have been submitted to revitalise a historic landmark in the heart of Huddersfield

We’re delighted to share that we have submitted plans to transform the Grade II* listed building into a vibrant new 108-room hotel, complete with business facilities, bar and restaurant.

Date: 1 May 25

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How office refurbishments are unlocking potential and addressing the supply gap

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How office refurbishments are unlocking potential and addressing the supply gap

We explore how office refurbishments are unlocking potential and addressing the supply gap

Date: 24 Apr 25

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Boosting university income streams through collaborations with developers and local authorities

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Boosting university income streams through collaborations with developers and local authorities

Universities face mounting financial pressures, many are turning to strategic partnerships with local authorities and private-sector developers.

Date: 31 Mar 25

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Sharing what we’ve learned from our 2024 roundtable series

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Sharing what we’ve learned from our 2024 roundtable series

A year of insightful discussions and collaborative action has highlighted pathways towards a more sustainable built environment.

Date: 28 Mar 25

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Driving positive change in the built environment: Our 2024 social value successes

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Driving positive change in the built environment: Our 2024 social value successes

As architects and building consultants, we believe that we have the power to shape lives, strengthen communities, and create opportunities that last for generations.

Date: 7 Mar 25

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How are we breaking down barriers and building inclusion in the property and construction sector?

Podcast

How are we breaking down barriers and building inclusion in the property and construction sector?

Guest Speakers: Karle Burford, Michael Dunn, George Hooton and Khwezi Mdlalose

Date: 23 Feb 25

Karle Burford - Director, Architecture

Hosted by Karle Burford

Director, Architecture

Highlighting the journeys and contributions of our apprentices during National Apprenticeship Week

Practice News

Highlighting the journeys and contributions of our apprentices during National Apprenticeship Week

A collection of inspiring insights and experiences from some of our apprentices and trainees across various offices, each uniquely balancing work and study in different areas of the industry.

Date: 9 Feb 25

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Building a sustainable future: Decarbonisation, healthy design and collaboration

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Building a sustainable future: Decarbonisation, healthy design and collaboration

We recently gathered with industry professionals again in Glasgow to explore the pressing topics of decarbonisation, sustainability and the principles behind designing healthy buildings.

Date: 27 Jan 25

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Decarbonisation and healthy buildings: Insights from our roundtable discussion in Liverpool

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Decarbonisation and healthy buildings: Insights from our roundtable discussion in Liverpool

We recently gathered again in Liverpool with industry professionals to explore the pressing topics of decarbonisation, sustainability and the principles behind designing healthy buildings.

Date: 14 Jan 25

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Reflecting on the building consultancy projects that have shaped and supported our local communities this year

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Reflecting on the building consultancy projects that have shaped and supported our local communities this year

As we approach the end of the year, we’re taking a look back at some our projects from 2024 which have had a positive impact on communities and their people.

Date: 9 Dec 24

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How we’re supporting our clients’ maintenance and development plans through sophisticated MEP mapping services

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How we’re supporting our clients’ maintenance and development plans through sophisticated MEP mapping services

The desire to embrace advancing technologies and discover new solutions has led to the development of our geomatic consultancy as it stands today, which offers sophisticated MEP mapping services.

Date: 9 Dec 24

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Leek’s newly refurbished markets spark exciting opportunities for local businesses and the community

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Leek’s newly refurbished markets spark exciting opportunities for local businesses and the community

Following a £3.4m transformation, the markets were recently reopened, welcoming visitors in to explore the newly refurbished Victorian buildings.

Date: 3 Dec 24

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