News
Thought Leadership
A healthcare system under strain and the opportunity in front of us
Across the UK, the NHS estate is facing growing pressure from ageing buildings, rising demand and the transition to net zero carbon. These connected challenges call for a more joined-up approach.
Date: 29 May 26
by AHR
Practice News
We've been appointed to Hull City Council’s Engineering and Regeneration Professional Services Framework
We're excited to be one of five suppliers selected across two lots: 3a – Building Construction and 3b – Housing Strategy and Appraisal Services.
Date: 6 May 26
by AHR
Events
AHR is heading to UKREiiF 2026
Discover more about the AHR team heading to UKREiiF 2026, ready to share knowledge, expertise and discuss inclusive, sustainable, future-focused places.
Date: 31 Mar 26
by AHR
Thought Leadership
Lessons from testing the UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard
Associate director Jamie Gregory shares what UKNZCBS Version 1 changes, what we learned from Woodmill and St Columba’s RC High School and practical next steps clients can take now.
Date: 25 Mar 26
by Jamie Gregory
Associate Director, Architecture
Thought Leadership
Net zero and the future learning estate: Embedding GenZero principles through CF25 delivery
We explore how sustainable school design, CF25 delivery and GenZero principles are transforming England's learning estate for net zero carbon.
Date: 19 Feb 26
by AHR
Practice News
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
Events
We're attending DPRTE 2026, supporting the future of defence estates
DPRTE (Defence Procurement Research Technology Exportability) 2026 is an opportunity for us to collaborate and explore new ways to shape the next generation of defence estates and buildings.
Date: 20 Jan 26
by AHR
Practice News
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
Awards
Celebrating our shortlisting as Architectural Practice of the Year at the Education Property Awards 2026
We are delighted to have been shortlisted as Architectural Practice of Year Finalists at the Education Property Awards 2026.
Date: 19 Dec 25
by AHR
Thought Leadership
Re-engaging staff, reimagining space: Why the NHS Workforce Plan begins with better places to work
Discover how we are supporting the NHS to reimagine workplaces that boost wellbeing, retention and sustainability.
Date: 28 Nov 25
by Gareth Banks
Director, Architecture
Awards
We won Architect of the Year at this year's Learning Places Scotland Awards
We're delighted to have been named Architect of the Year at the Learning Places Scotland Awards, recognising our commitment to sustainable, Passivhaus-led innovation in future-ready education design.
Date: 19 Nov 25
by AHR
Thought Leadership
Designing climate resilient university estates to future-proof campuses
Learn why climate resilient university estates are a strategic priority, helping leaders safeguard operations, reputation and institutional value.
Date: 12 Nov 25
by AHR
Thought Leadership
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
by AHR
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: 24 Oct 25
by AHR
Thought Leadership
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
by AHR
Practice News
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
Thought Leadership
Transforming education estates through sustainable, inclusive and inspiring design
From sustainable schools and universities to inclusive SEND campuses and adaptive reuse projects, we create educational spaces that inspire, nurture wellbeing, and meet net-zero and retrofit goals.
Date: 3 Oct 25
by AHR
Thought Leadership
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
by AHR
Awards
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
by AHR
Project News
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