News

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

Project News
How we're supporting the future of National Museum Cardiff
We’re delighted to join the design team exploring future plans for National Museum Cardiff, bringing heritage expertise, local insight and a collaborative approach.
Date: 30 Jan 26
by AHR

Project News
Supporting the next generation of designers at Edinburgh's landmark redevelopment, Base
We’re excited to be championing emerging talent through a sculpture design competition at Base, our landmark office redevelopment transforming the former Younger Building.
Date: 29 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
Regional Finalist at the 2026 Civic Trust Awards, our outstanding mixed use scheme at Chester Northgate is shortlisted
We’re delighted that this transformative, regenerative masterplan has been selected as a Regional Finalist at this year’s awards.
Date: 2 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
Designing healthy places: The role of placemaking in wellbeing and inclusion
Discover how healthy placemaking tackles inequalities, supports wellbeing and creates inclusive, resilient communities for the future.
Date: 27 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

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

Project News
Brabazon planning submission marks exciting next step in shaping a thriving Bristol neighbourhood
We’re delighted to have submitted plans for a new food store, office building and multi-storey car park at Brabazon in Bristol, marking the next step in the area’s transformation.
Date: 28 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

Podcast
How is trauma-informed design transforming university spaces?
Guest Speakers: Robert Hopkins, Stefan Harris and Vicky Halliwell.
Date: 29 Aug 25
Hosted by Robert Hopkins
Director, Architecture

Project News
How we are driving development and investment opportunities in Huddersfield
Huddersfield is where our story began in 1835. Since then, we have seen the town adapt to new industries, technologies and ways of living while retaining the character of its unique heritage.
Date: 26 Aug 25
by AHR

Thought Leadership
Delivering placemaking projects: From strategy to reality
How to take placemaking from vision to reality. Explore placemaking delivery strategies for planning and funding to design, early activation and long-term care.
Date: 21 Aug 25
by AHR

Project News
Planning submitted for a new cutting-edge innovation centre
Plans have been submitted for the new innovation hub in Redditch, a cornerstone project in the wider town centre regeneration programme and a key driver of future economic growth.
Date: 10 Aug 25
by AHR

Project News
Planning approval granted for new Grade A office building at Brabazon
We’re delighted to announce that planning permission has been granted for a landmark Grade A office building at Brabazon, a new neighbourhood in North Bristol.
Date: 1 Aug 25
by AHR

Thought Leadership
Rooted in place: Placemaking through the local lens
In the third part of our ‘Placemaking with Purpose’ series, we look into how the most successful places don’t start from scratch, but grow from what’s already there.
Date: 1 Aug 25
by AHR

Project News
Exciting project milestone reached as plans submitted for Bristol Temple Meads Southern Gateway
A major step forward for this transformative new transport hub and civic space at the heart of Bristol’s largest regeneration project.
Date: 1 Aug 25
by AHR

Thought Leadership
Optimising university estates to enhance the student experience
As competition among universities intensifies, the role of the campus estate in shaping student experience has never been more important.
Date: 15 Jul 25