News
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
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
Practice News
Project management: Strengthening our offering with exciting new appointments
We have expanded our project management team, enhancing our building consultancy expertise and supporting successful project delivery nationwide.
Date: 30 Oct 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Practice News
We're shortlisted for Architectural Practice of the Year at IHEEM 2025 Awards
We are proud to be shortlisted for this award, recognising our commitment to designing healthcare spaces that meet complex technical needs and enhance patient and staff experiences.
Date: 22 Aug 25
by AHR
Thought Leadership
How trauma-informed design is shaping more inclusive spaces
In this piece, we explore what trauma-informed design means in practice and how it is shaping a more inclusive future for the built environment.
Date: 25 Jul 25
by AHR
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
Hosted by AHR
Thought Leadership
Rethinking 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
by Victoria Shepherdson
Associate Director, Architecture
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