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Practice News
Bidding a fond farewell to Karle Burford who retires after nearly 23 years
After a remarkable 23 year career with AHR, director and southern region lead Karle Burford has announced he will be retiring at the end of 2026, leaving a lasting legacy of leadership and growth.
Date: 18 Sept 26
by AHR
Awards
We've been shortlisted for Architectural Practice of the Year at this year's Education Estates Awards
We're delighted to have been shortlisted as Architectural Practice of the Year at the Education Estates' Awards 2026.
Date: 28 Jul 26
by AHR
Podcast
How are students driving cultural change towards sustainability in art and design education?
Guest Speakers: Robert Hopkins, Martyn Woodward
Date: 8 Jul 26
Hosted by Robert Hopkins
Director, Architecture
Awards
We won two awards at this year's Manchester Society of Architects Awards
AHR celebrates award recognition for Thrive Health and Wellbeing Centre and the Stretford Mall Masterplan, highlighting sustainable architecture, health design and urban regeneration in the UK today.
Date: 17 Jun 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
Practice News
Celebrating our new building consultancy director
We’re pleased to share a positive step forward for our London building consultancy team as Richard Rudd moves into the role of director.
Date: 1 Apr 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
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
Awards
Celebrating our shortlisting as Architectural Practice of the Year at the Education Property Awards 2026
We are delighted to have been shortlisted as Architectural Practice of Year Finalists at the Education Property Awards 2026.
Date: 19 Dec 25
by AHR
Thought Leadership
Designing for safety, dignity and belonging: Reflections from Learning Places Scotland 2025
Learn how trauma-informed and biophilic design create healthier, inclusive education environments, showcased by the Thrive Health and Wellbeing Centre at the University of Salford.
Date: 26 Nov 25
by Robert Hopkins
Director, Architecture
Project News
Introducing the University of Salford's landmark building, Thrive Health and Wellbeing Centre
Discover how our design for the University of Salford's Thrive Health and Wellbeing Centre combines trauma-informed design, biophilia, specialist clinical teaching spaces and community access.
Date: 26 Nov 25
by AHR
Thought Leadership
Designing climate resilient university estates to future-proof campuses
Learn why climate resilient university estates are a strategic priority, helping leaders safeguard operations, reputation and institutional value.
Date: 12 Nov 25
by AHR
Thought Leadership
How universities can reduce estate costs and build long-term resilience
Discover the practical, design-led strategies to cut costs, lower carbon and future-proof university estates.
Date: 2 Nov 25
by AHR
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
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
Thought Leadership
Transforming education estates through sustainable, inclusive and inspiring design
From sustainable schools and universities to inclusive SEND campuses and adaptive reuse projects, we create educational spaces that inspire, nurture wellbeing, and meet net-zero and retrofit goals.
Date: 3 Oct 25
by AHR
Thought Leadership
How flexible, multi-use spaces are shaping the future of university estates
Discover how flexible multi-use spaces in university estates enable adaptable learning, sustainable campus design, and improved student experience.
Date: 1 Oct 25