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People first: Designing for community and identity

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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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by AHR

How do you shape a future-ready healthcare space that’s truly patient-focused?

Podcast

How do you shape a future-ready healthcare space that’s truly patient-focused?

Guest Speakers: Victoria Shepherdson, Gareth Banks and Ewan Forsyth

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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by AHR

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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by AHR

The WELL Building Standard: Managing The Spine for health and wellbeing

Podcast

The WELL Building Standard: Managing The Spine for health and wellbeing

Guest Speakers: Robert Hopkins and Cathy Hardman

Date: 15 Jun 25

Robert Hopkins - Director, Architecture

Hosted by Robert Hopkins

Director, Architecture

Airedale Hospital appoints expert design team for new, state of the art healthcare facility

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Airedale Hospital appoints expert design team for new, state of the art healthcare facility

We’re proud to be in the design team reimagining the hospital, creating a future-focused healthcare environment focused on wellbeing, safety and comfort for patients, staff and the community.

Date: 1 Jun 25

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by AHR

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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by AHR

Reframing placemaking: How to create places that work in practice

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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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by AHR

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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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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by AHR

Bidding a fond farewell to Bryan Hamilton who retires after 42 years

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Bidding a fond farewell to Bryan Hamilton who retires after 42 years

After a remarkable career, director and Midlands lead, Bryan, retires, leaving behind a legacy that has helped shaped our practice to what it is today.

Date: 16 Dec 24

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Reflecting on the impactful journeys we’ve shared with our clients and communities

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Reflecting on the impactful journeys we’ve shared with our clients and communities

Highlighting the importance of inclusive, accessible design, Greenwood Centre demonstrates how collaboration with local authorities creates spaces that truly make a difference.

Date: 4 Dec 24

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by AHR

Celebrating what makes AHR truly special: our people

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Celebrating what makes AHR truly special: our people

As we reflect on 2024, we’re reminded that our greatest achievements start with our people. We look back on a year filled with teamwork, achievements and memorable moments.

Date: 29 Nov 24

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by AHR

Insights from Manchester: A collaborative approach towards decarbonisation

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Insights from Manchester: A collaborative approach towards decarbonisation

Six months on from our last session in Manchester, it was a pleasure to gather once again with industry professionals to explore practical pathways towards healthier, more sustainable buildings.

Date: 25 Nov 24

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by AHR

How can urban design create thriving communities: Lessons from real-world success stories

Podcast

How can urban design create thriving communities: Lessons from real-world success stories

Guest Speakers: Karle Burford, David De Sousa

Date: 7 Nov 24

Gurminder Sanghera - Director, Architecture

Hosted by Gurminder Sanghera

Director, Architecture

A visionary interior design to spark creativity and inspire greater learning outcomes

Project News

A visionary interior design to spark creativity and inspire greater learning outcomes

Senior interior designer Jenny Flower reveals how our thoughtful interior design strategy played a key role in shaping a peaceful, comfortable and inspiring space at Scotland school.

Date: 4 Nov 24

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by AHR

Exploring innovative approaches to repurposing the NHS estate, to improve health and wellbeing

Podcast

Exploring innovative approaches to repurposing the NHS estate, to improve health and wellbeing

Guest Speakers: Gareth Banks and Victoria Shepherdson from AHR

Date: 18 Oct 24

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Hosted by Robert Simcox

How can healthcare design improve staff wellbeing, retention and job satisfaction across the NHS?

Podcast

How can healthcare design improve staff wellbeing, retention and job satisfaction across the NHS?

Guest Speakers: Victoria Head, Archus, Dr Barney Senasinghe, Archus, Victoria Shepherdson, AHR

Date: 9 Oct 24

Gareth Banks - Director, Architecture

Hosted by Gareth Banks

Director, Architecture

Decarbonisation and the future of the healthcare estate

Thought Leadership

Decarbonisation and the future of the healthcare estate

Decarbonising the NHS hospital estate presents significant opportunities, as well as challenges, as we strive to create a greener and more sustainable healthcare sector.

Date: 8 Oct 24

Gareth Banks - Director, Architecture

by Gareth Banks

Director, Architecture

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