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Practice News
National Apprenticeship Week: Building confidence, capability and opportunity
This National Apprenticeship Week, we are proudly highlighting the apprentices helping shape our practice today.
Date: 9 Feb 26
by AHR
Project News
Survey opens for the future Cranbrook Leisure and Wellbeing Centre, a welcoming community hub
The new leisure centre will form a key part of Cranbrook’s future ‘Leisure, Health and Wellbeing Campus’, helping to meet the needs of a growing and evolving community.
Date: 4 Feb 26
by AHR
Practice News
Creating places where people feel safe: introducing our new white paper on trauma-informed design
We’re delighted to release white paper on trauma-informed design with the University of Salford exploring how design can support wellbeing, safety and inclusive environments.
Date: 2 Feb 26
by AHR
Podcast
What makes a truly 'smart building' in 2025?
Guest Speakers: Adam Spall, AHR, David Porter, Knight Frank, Paul Bamber, AVM Solutions.
Date: 24 Jan 26
Hosted by Robert Hopkins
Director, Architecture
Project News
Our major hospital project, Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital (SaTH), reaches exciting milestone
The exciting event marked a significant milestone in the delivery of improved facilities for patients, colleagues and communities across the region.
Date: 6 Jan 26
by AHR
Project News
Planning approved for Wellfield Academy, one of five GenZero national pathfinder schools
We’re delighted that planning approval has been granted for the redevelopment of Wellfield Academy in Leyland, one of five GenZero national pathfinder schools.
Date: 6 Jan 26
by AHR
Thought Leadership
The legacy of place: Measuring the long-term impact of placemaking
We explore how placemaking, reuse and stewardship shape sustainable, adaptable places that deliver long-term social and environmental value.
Date: 17 Dec 25
by AHR
Awards
Finalist at the Healthcare Design Awards 2026, our patient-centred maternity and neonatal building has been shortlisted
We’re delighted that the Countess of Chester Hospital Women and Children’s Building is named as a finalist in the category for Best Architectural Design - Healthcare Facility.
Date: 12 Dec 25
by AHR
Practice News
Shaping places, inspiring communities: Highlights from 2025
Join us as we reflect on a year of achievement, innovation and growth, from award winning projects and industry recognition to thought leadership and community engagement.
Date: 5 Dec 25
by AHR
Thought Leadership
Government confirms 250 Neighbourhood Health Centres as part of prevention-focused 10-Year Health Plan
Discover how the UK’s 250 Neighbourhood Health Centres will reshape prevention, primary care and NHS estates, and how we are supporting local health strategies.
Date: 28 Nov 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
Thought Leadership
Designing for safety, dignity and belonging: Reflections from Learning Places Scotland 2025
Learn how trauma-informed and biophilic design create healthier, inclusive education environments, showcased by the Thrive Health and Wellbeing Centre at the University of Salford.
Date: 26 Nov 25
by Robert Hopkins
Director, Architecture
Project News
Introducing the University of Salford's landmark building, Thrive Health and Wellbeing Centre
Discover how our design for the University of Salford’s Thrive Health and Wellbeing Centre combines trauma-informed design, biophilia, specialist clinical teaching spaces and community access.
Date: 26 Nov 25
by AHR
Project News
Planning approved for Bristol Temple Meads Southern Gateway
Plans have been approved for this transformative transport hub and civic space, a key milestone in Bristol’s largest regeneration project, promoting greener travel and economic growth.
Date: 7 Nov 25
by AHR
Awards
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
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
Reimagining healthcare: Patient-focused design and community-based care
Victoria Shepherdson uncovers how patient-focused design and community-based care are transforming healthcare delivery through innovation, collaboration and wellbeing-led design.
Date: 24 Oct 25
by Victoria Shepherdson
Associate Director, Architecture
Project News
GenZero and nature-based design in practice: Reflections from Education Estates 2025
Imran Kassim has the pleasure of speaking at the Education Estates Conference, sharing insights from our work on Wellfield Academy in Leyland, one of the UK’s first GenZero secondary schools.
Date: 19 Oct 25
by Imran Kassim
Director, Architecture
Project News
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
by AHR
Project News
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