News

Events
We're heading to Healthcare Estates Conference, Exhibition and Awards 2026
Meet our team attending this year's conference where we will be sharing insights on trauma-informed design, NHS estate strategy and decarbonisation.
Date: 18 Sept 26
by AHR

Practice News
Bidding a fond farewell to Karle Burford who retires after nearly 23 years
After a remarkable 23 year career with AHR, director and southern region lead Karle Burford has announced he will be retiring at the end of 2026, leaving a lasting legacy of leadership and growth.
Date: 18 Sept 26
by AHR

Thought Leadership
Shaping resilient buildings for a changing climate
At AHR, we believe there has never been a more important moment to make sure our buildings are future ready and robust as we prepare to feel the effects of climate change more sharply than ever.
Date: 9 Sept 26
by AHR

Awards
AHR shortlisted for Architectural Practice of the Year at the Insider South West Property Awards
We're pleased to share that we've been shortlisted for Architectural Practice of the Year at the Insider South West Property Awards, recognising our Bristol team and regional work.
Date: 25 Aug 26
by AHR

Project News
Templehall Community Hub achieves Passivhaus Classic certification
This achievement marks a major milestone for the local area, and one that reflects a growing body of work we're proud to be shaping across the UK.
Date: 24 Aug 26
by AHR

Thought Leadership
It's time to have your say on Scotland's Passivhaus equivalent
Associate director and Passivhaus-certified designer Jamie Gregory discusses the the stage 2 consultation for Scotland's Passivhaus equivalent standard and how to respond.
Date: 21 Aug 26
by Jamie Gregory
Associate Director, Architecture

Thought Leadership
Why local authority-led mixed use regeneration is shaping the future of our towns and cities
In our latest thought leadership piece, we explore how local authority-led mixed use regeneration is shaping resilient, inclusive towns and cities across the UK.
Date: 13 Aug 26
by AHR

Project News
Work begins on the redevelopment of Wellfield Academy in Leyland
Work has started on the Wellfield Academy redevelopment, part of the DfE GenZero initiative, delivering a net zero carbon school designed around wellbeing.
Date: 24 Jul 26
by Imran Kassim
Director, Architecture

Awards
Celebrating our shortlisting at the Building Design (BD) Architect of the Year Awards 2026
We're thrilled to announce that we have been shortlisted at the Building Design Awards 2026 in not one, but two prestigious categories.
Date: 20 Jul 26
by AHR

Project News
Caledonia High School completes, complementing our growing Passivhaus project portfolio
We're celebrating the official completion of Caledonia High School in Fife, a Passivhaus-targeted secondary school delivering a high quality learning environment.
Date: 14 Jul 26
by AHR

Awards
We're celebrating two award shortlists at this year's Insider Yorkshire Property Awards
Director Gim Sanghera shares AHR's shortlist for Architectural Practice of the Year and Design Excellence for Rother Valley Country Park.
Date: 13 Jul 26
by Gurminder Sanghera
Director, Architecture

Awards
AHR shortlisted for Architectural Practice of the Year at Learning Places Scotland Awards
Celebrating our shortlist for Architectural Practice of the Year at this year's Learning Places Scotland Awards
Date: 7 Jul 26
by Stuart Bryson
Regional Director, Architecture

Awards
We're celebrating two award wins for the Countess of Chester Hospital's Women and Children's Building
Gareth Banks shares news of the Women and Children's Building at the Countess of Chester Hospital's two award wins at the North West Regional Construction Awards.
Date: 3 Jul 26
by Gareth Banks
Director, Architecture

Project News
Sharing what local healthcare at Airedale General Hospital could look like
Discover more about Airedale General Hospital, a new forward-thinking, state of the art NHS hospital designed for future care.
Date: 3 Jul 26
by AHR

Thought Leadership
How we're improving lives in a changing residential landscape
Explore how we're shaping future-ready homes through regeneration, retrofit and sustainable design, balancing safety, viability and community-focused outcomes.
Date: 18 Jun 26
by AHR

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

Project News
Planning approval secured for Academy Way, Warrington
We're delighted to share that plans have been approved for this people-focused residential scheme providing 240 homes, and combining sustainability and placemaking to support connected urban living.
Date: 27 May 26
by AHR

Project News
Landmark airtightness result achieved at Caledonia High School
We're delighted to share that Caledonia High School has achieved 0.337 ACH, setting a new standard for low-energy, high-performance school design in Scotland.
Date: 27 May 26
by Keith Peterson
Associate, Architecture

Thought Leadership
Reinventing the legacy NHS estate: A portfolio-led route to safer, lower-carbon care
Exploring how a portfolio-led retrofit approach helps the NHS prioritise legacy estate investment, cut carbon, reduce risk and improve safety and care.
Date: 11 May 26
by AHR

Thought Leadership
Insights, Strategic Defence Review priorities and the need for the Defence Investment Plan
Regional director and defence sector lead Stuart Bryson shares his reflections from the DPRTE conference in Farnborough.
Date: 29 Apr 26
by Stuart Bryson
Regional Director, Architecture