News

Project News
Planning approved for new regional cycling hub in Bristol
Plans have been approved to bring forward the new Bristol Regional Cycling Hub, an inclusive cycling and community destination set to transform a brownfield site in North West Bristol.
Date: 13 Apr 26
by AHR

Thought Leadership
Placemaking with purpose: insights from our placemaking series
Our new report, 'Placemaking with purpose', brings together insights from a seven-part thought leadership series exploring what effective, long-term placemaking looks like in practice.
Date: 10 Apr 26
by AHR

Awards
We're shortlisted at this year's Insider North West Property Awards
We're delighted to share that we've been shortlisted for Architectural Practice of the Year at the Insider North West Property Awards, celebrating 40 years of shaping the region's built environment.
Date: 9 Apr 26
by AHR

Thought Leadership
Designing the net zero NHS: From retrofit to new build
Gareth Banks on how to deliver the NHS Net Zero Building Standard in live projects - safe, viable and resilient - through fabric-first design and data-led retrofit.
Date: 7 Apr 26
by Gareth Banks
Director, Architecture

Practice News
Growing talent, growing region: Celebrating senior promotions
We're excited to share the promotions of Adam Spall to director and Hira Teirney to regional director, recognising exceptional talent and growth across the South West and beyond.
Date: 1 Apr 26
by AHR

Events
AHR is heading to UKREiiF 2026
Discover more about the AHR team heading to UKREiiF 2026, ready to share knowledge, expertise and discuss inclusive, sustainable, future-focused places.
Date: 31 Mar 26
by AHR

Thought Leadership
The Future Homes Standard has arrived: what it means for residential development
David de Sousa explores the Future Homes Standard, the impact on costs, heat pumps, solar PV and and transitional arrangements for developers.
Date: 30 Mar 26
by David de Sousa
Director, Architecture

Thought Leadership
Lessons from testing the UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard
Associate director Jamie Gregory shares what UKNZCBS Version 1 changes, what we learned from Woodmill and St Columba’s RC High School and practical next steps clients can take now.
Date: 25 Mar 26
by Jamie Gregory
Associate Director, Architecture

Practice News
Making a meaningful difference: our 2025 social value impact
Driving social value, fair education, inclusive communities and improved wellbeing. See how we're making a meaningful difference.
Date: 25 Mar 26
by AHR

Practice News
Announcing our successful re-appointment to the RISE Construction Framework
We’re pleased to share our re-appointment to the Rise Construction Framework, which is a pro-social framework, covering the North West, Yorkshire and North Wales.
Date: 24 Mar 26
by AHR

Thought Leadership
Neighbourhood health is here: our analysis of what it means for your estate strategy
Helen Revitt explores the Neighbourhood Health Framework, including the NHC pipeline, Wave 1 repurposing, commissioning hierarchy and the metrics shaping estate strategy.
Date: 23 Mar 26
by Helen Revitt
Regional Director, Architecture

Project News
We're helping to bring new homes and green space to Stretford
We're proud to share that plans have been submitted for 248 new homes at Stretford Mall, the next phase of regeneration at Stretford Mall, working with Bruntwood and Trafford Council.
Date: 20 Mar 26
by AHR

Thought Leadership
Retrofitting inclusion: what the fabric of a building tells you first
Samantha Smith explores how mainstream schools can successfully integrate SEND provision at the Education Estates SEND Conference.
Date: 20 Mar 26
by Samantha Smith
Director, Building Consultancy

Project News
Planning approval secured for the GenZero Woodside Primary School in Hertfordshire
We're delighted to share that plans have been approved for Woodside Primary School in Hertfordshire, a nature-led GenZero pathfinder school.
Date: 19 Mar 26
by AHR

Practice News
Stuart Bryson to lead AHR’s defence sector group
We're delighted to announce regional director Stuart Bryson's appointment to lead our defence sector group, helping to strengthen the UK defence estate.
Date: 11 Mar 26
by AHR

Project News
Unveiling a new look for HEMISPHERE One, a future laboratory and workspace in Liverpool
We’re pleased to share a new emerging design concept for HEMISPHERE One, the laboratory and workplace development set to join Paddington Village in Liverpool’s Knowledge Quarter.
Date: 11 Mar 26
by AHR

Project News
Plans submitted for a welcoming new neighbourhood at Academy Way, Warrington
Plans include 240, one and two-bedroom apartments with private terraces and shared amenity spaces to create a distinctive residential neighbourhood that feels safe and connected to its surroundings.
Date: 10 Mar 26
by AHR

Project News
One Brabazon Gateway, a new office, food store and multi storey car park gets planning approval
Planning has been approved for One Brabazon Gateway in Bristol, which includes a new food store, Grade A office building, public realm and a multi-storey car park.
Date: 5 Mar 26
by AHR

Project News
Hatchmoor Road Business Park planning application submitted in Great Torrington
We're delighted to have submitted plans for this new business park, which includes a new employment hub with sustainable infrastructure, modern workshop units and enhanced landscaping.
Date: 4 Mar 26
by AHR

Podcast
How do we create life science environments that genuinely support innovation, collaboration and societal impact?
Guest Speakers: Robert Hopkins, Gurminder Sanghera, Deb Hetherington and Gareth Scargill.
Date: 1 Mar 26
Hosted by Robert Hopkins
Director, Architecture