News

Project News
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

Project News
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

Project News
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

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

Hosted by Gareth Banks
Director, Architecture

Thought Leadership
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

by AHR
Awards
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

by AHR

Practice News
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

Project News
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

by AHR

Podcast
How is trauma-informed design transforming university spaces?
Guest Speakers: Robert Hopkins, Stefan Harris and Vicky Halliwell.
Date: 29 Aug 25

Hosted by Robert Hopkins
Director, Architecture