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Practice News
Celebrating four prestigious shortlisting's at this year's Education Estates Awards
We’re delighted to share that we have been successfully shortlisted in four categories at this year’s event, which celebrates excellence and innovation in the education sector.
Date: 22 Aug 25
by AHR
Project News
Plans approved for the transformation of Upton-by-Chester High School
Our plans to redevelop the school have received planning approval, marking an exciting step forward in delivering modern, high quality learning environments for students and staff.
Date: 11 Aug 25
by AHR
Practice News
We are delighted to announce that we have been appointed to Manchester City Council’s North West Construction Hub Framework
We are thrilled to have successfully secured one of four places on Lot 2 Architectural, Lot 4 Building Surveying and Lot 8 CDM on the professional services framework ‘NWCH Consult.’
Date: 6 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
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
Practice News
Achieving decarbonisation: Circularity and smarter energy use in the built environment
As the built environment navigates a rapidly evolving climate landscape, the drive to decarbonise is becoming both more urgent and more complex.
Date: 22 Jul 25
by AHR
Practice News
Achieving decarbonisation: Rethinking materials in construction
This latest series is framed around the theme ‘Shaping the future’ — with a particular focus on sustainable materials and energy in construction.
Date: 13 Jul 25
by AHR
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
by AHR
Podcast
The WELL Building Standard: Managing The Spine for health and wellbeing
Guest Speakers: Robert Hopkins and Cathy Hardman
Date: 15 Jun 25
Hosted by Robert Hopkins
Director, Architecture
Project News
Leading the way: Woodmill and St Columba's RC High School is officially the world's largest Passivhaus education building
Woodmill and St Columba’s RC High School in Dunfermline has proudly achieved Passivhaus Classic certification, officially becoming the largest Passivhaus education building in the world.
Date: 11 Jun 25
by AHR
Project News
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
by AHR
Thought Leadership
Healthy Buildings: Going Beyond Performance
Designed for wellbeing and sustainability, healthy buildings create spaces that inspire comfort, happiness, and productivity.
Date: 22 May 25
by AHR
Practice News
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
by AHR
Thought Leadership
Boosting university income streams through collaborations with developers and local authorities
Universities face mounting financial pressures, many are turning to strategic partnerships with local authorities and private-sector developers.
Date: 31 Mar 25
by AHR
Practice News
Sharing what we’ve learned from our 2024 roundtable series
A year of insightful discussions and collaborative action has highlighted pathways towards a more sustainable built environment.
Date: 28 Mar 25
by AHR
Thought Leadership
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
by AHR
Practice News
Building a sustainable future: Decarbonisation, healthy design and collaboration
We recently gathered with industry professionals again in Glasgow to explore the pressing topics of decarbonisation, sustainability and the principles behind designing healthy buildings.
Date: 27 Jan 25
by AHR
Practice News
Celebrating Rob's new appointment as Visiting Professor at Manchester School of Architecture
We’re delighted to share news of director and head of sustainability Robert Hopkin’s appointment as a Visiting Professor at the Manchester School of Architecture (MSA).
Date: 16 Jan 25
by AHR
Project News
Revealing plans for Hope Road, a new sustainable housing development in south Bristol
We’re delighted that plans have been submitted for a new sustainable housing development aimed at addressing the housing shortage in Bristol.
Date: 15 Jan 25
by AHR
Practice News
Decarbonisation and healthy buildings: Insights from our roundtable discussion in Liverpool
We recently gathered again in Liverpool with industry professionals to explore the pressing topics of decarbonisation, sustainability and the principles behind designing healthy buildings.
Date: 14 Jan 25