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How is trauma-informed design transforming university spaces?

Podcast

How is trauma-informed design transforming university spaces?

Guest Speakers: Robert Hopkins, Stefan Harris and Vicky Halliwell.

Date: 29 Aug 25

Robert Hopkins - Director, Architecture

Hosted by Robert Hopkins

Director, Architecture

Transforming university estates through retrofit-led design and decarbonisation

Thought Leadership

Transforming university estates through retrofit-led design and decarbonisation

We combine asset targeting with robust modelling, performance testing, and technical analysis, we deliver retrofit solutions that cut carbon, reduce costs, and improve long-term estate performance.

Date: 26 Aug 25

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by AHR

How we are driving development and investment opportunities in Huddersfield

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

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by AHR

Celebrating four prestigious shortlisting's at this year's Education Estates Awards

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

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by AHR

How Trauma-Informed Design is shaping more inclusive spaces

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

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by AHR

Optimising university estates to enhance the student experience

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

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by AHR

Healthy Buildings: Going Beyond Performance

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

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by AHR

Boosting university income streams through collaborations with developers and local authorities

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

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by AHR

Planning approved for new state-of-the-art building at The University of Salford

Project News

Planning approved for new state-of-the-art building at The University of Salford

We’re delighted to share that plans for a new Clinic Building at The University of Salford’s School of Health and Society have been approved.

Date: 24 Jun 24

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by AHR

Checking in on how Nuala, our RIBA AHR scholar, is progressing on her scholarship journey

Practice News

Checking in on how Nuala, our RIBA AHR scholar, is progressing on her scholarship journey

As part of the experience, Nuala had the opportunity to visit our Bristol office for the day, immersing herself in project work and practice life.

Date: 8 May 24

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by AHR

Connecting awareness and solutions to deliver decarbonisation

Podcast

Connecting awareness and solutions to deliver decarbonisation

Guest Speakers: Syd Cottle, University of Liverpool, Nia Prys Williams, Liverpool John Moores University, Robert Hopkins, AHR

Date: 19 Mar 24

Hira Teirney - Associate Director, Architecture

Hosted by Hira Teirney

Associate Director, Architecture

Sharing our experiences in thoughtful, efficient and sustainable refurbishment projects

Practice News

Sharing our experiences in thoughtful, efficient and sustainable refurbishment projects

Associate director Hira had the opportunity to participate in the University of the West of England (UWE)‘s Green Fortnight event, shedding light on our latest refurbishment project.

Date: 8 Jan 24

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by AHR

Transforming students' learning experiences through our Glenside relocation project

Project News

Transforming students' learning experiences through our Glenside relocation project

Building on our fantastic working relationship with the University of the West of England (UWE) and the College of Health Science and Society (CHSS), we’re delighted to be involved in this relocation.

Date: 20 Oct 23

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by AHR

Our award successes for 2022

Awards

Our award successes for 2022

We are proud of our award-winning and shortlisted projects throughout 2022, as well as our well-deserved accolades as a practice.

Date: 6 Jan 23

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by AHR

Taking home the Education Estates ‘Architect of the Year’ Award 2022

Awards

Taking home the Education Estates ‘Architect of the Year’ Award 2022

The Education Estates awards ceremony is the annual gathering of the education community, in partnership with the Department for Education/

Date: 8 Dec 22

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by AHR

Award successes 2021

Awards

Award successes 2021

In 2021, Our work has earned us several awards including Education (Nursery to 6th form) Architect of the Year at the Building Design 2021 Architect of the Year Awards.

Date: 1 Jan 22

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by AHR

Using smart technology in the wake of Covid-19

Thought Leadership

Using smart technology in the wake of Covid-19

Covid-19 introduced a new set of challenges for businesses and workplaces to ensure staff can work flexibly. How can using technology help us safely attend our workplaces?

Date: 28 Oct 20

Lee McDougall - Director, Building Consultancy

by Lee McDougall

Director, Building Consultancy

Building wellness

Thought Leadership

Building wellness

Designing for health and wellbeing has been a core focus among many higher education institutions for some time. As graduates move into the workplace, healthy office environments must be prioritised.

Date: 17 Mar 20

Dominic Manfredi - Director, Architecture

by Dominic Manfredi

Director, Architecture