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Shaping places that make a positive impact

We are architects and building consultants who believe places have the power to shape a more positive future - for the people who use them, for local communities, and for our planet. By embracing innovation, and with expertise grounded in two centuries of practice, we deliver healthier, safer, and smarter buildings and spaces.

How we work

We act responsibly

We take responsibility for the impact of our work and the legacy we leave. Considering how our actions contribute to wider social, economic and environmental issues – and actively exploring opportunities to make a positive contribution.

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We are inventive

We are problem solvers and love the challenge each project brings. By embracing innovation and pushing the boundaries of design, we are reimagining the way we shape new or existing spaces and enhancing the way people experience them.

Explore our insights on biophilic design

We work collaboratively

We thrive on collaboration and believe that openly sharing knowledge helps generate positive change. With experts across multiple services, sectors and business support roles working together to deliver the highest quality projects and client service.

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We champion inclusivity

We continually strive to become a more inclusive organisation. By creating open and supportive environments where everyone’s contribution is valid, we unlock creativity, inspire future generations and better understand the diverse communities we work in.

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A brilliantly diverse team of experts, delivering award-winning projects

Working across nine UK offices, we deliver projects for clients in a variety of sectors – locally and internationally. With a multi-service approach that gives us a complete understanding of the full life cycle of the built environment.

We invest in research and development and provide space for debate and collaboration with communities and colleagues. Applying thinking that is imaginative and pragmatic in equal measure to find effective solutions for every challenge.

We approach every project with the same commitment to quality, excellence and integrity in all we do. Led by the principles of creating social value and promoting sustainability, we work to connect people, places and the environment.

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AHR wishes you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

We’re proud of our achievements in 2024 and would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone we’ve had the privilege of working with. We look forward to welcoming the new year and are excited about the opportunities ahead in 2025.

Supporting our clients’ maintenance and development plans with advanced MEP mapping services

Our desire to embrace advancing technologies and discover new solutions has shaped the development of our geomatic consultancy, which now offers sophisticated MEP mapping services. We use the latest laser scanning technology, to capture detailed information on mechanical, electrical and plumbing services creating accurate MEP models.

The UK’s largest Passivhaus education building welcomes its first students!

The opening of the new Woodmill and St Columba’s RC High School has been met with overwhelming positivity from pupils and teachers alike. Located within the new Dunfermline Learning Campus, at an impressive 26,666m2 this exemplary learning hub accommodates 2,700 pupils and 246 staff.

Reuse and repurposing

We specialise in unlocking opportunities, transforming underutilised spaces into vibrant, sustainable and purposeful areas. With our expertise in architecture and building consultancy we revitalise overlooked corners of our communities where brownfield sites and existing buildings await a new lease of life.

Achieving decarbonisation roundtable series

Continuing the conversation across the property profession, to discuss the critical topic of retrofit and its role in decarbonising buildings. So far in our decarbonisation roundtable discussions of 2024, we have visited Birmingham, Glasgow, Manchester, Leeds and Liverpool. Read more about what was shared by industry professionals during the discussions.

Breaking down barriers and inspiring students

Across all roles and departments, we are proud to work with educators and charities to deliver talks, mentoring, careers support, work experience placements, and scholarships.

Did you know that it’s almost a year since we launched our AHR Podcast series?

Our AHR Podcast series brings together experts from various fields to explore the trends, challenges and opportunities facing both the public and private sectors. Each episode offers valuable insights and we’re incredibly proud of the conversations we’ve shared.

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In this month’s AHR news, we’re pleased to share updates on our place on a key framework, the refurbishment of Leek’s markets and the importance of creating inclusive, accessible designs.

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It’s a lovely place to be when you’ve got confidence in the people you work with outside of your organisation, and I think that speaks volumes. AHR is my first choice because we work so well together.”

Paul Gallacher, Programme Manager

Woodmill High School and St Columba's RC High School

AHR has produced an enormous amount of work for a complex regeneration scheme in our North Fulham NDC speedily and efficiently. They have been excellent with residents, being good listeners and very responsive.”

Chris Hannington, Regeneration Project Manager

London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham

AHR has cleverly transformed the typical leisure centre model into an open, inclusive space that is truly loved by the users. The sense of community and care the users and operators have for the new space is amazing to see. The design team have certainly achieved this, and even exceeded expectations”

RIBA 2019 South West Award Judging Panel

Places Leisure Eastleigh

AHR was able to translate our vision for developing future engineers into the wonderful structure that exceeds our expectations. From the start of the project, AHR embraced the principles of our new curriculum and worked collaboratively with the academic team and a wide variety of stakeholders across the School.””

Dr Lisa Brodie, Head of School - Engineering Design & Mathematics

University of the West of England

Whenever we came up with ideas, the AHR team would take it away and consider how this could be achieved, regardless of technical constraints placed upon them. This thoughtful approach to design ensured we have exactly the school we want full of light and air and which flows in a way that works for the staff and children.””

Karen Hutchings, Headteacher

New Park Primary School

We can help your project make a positive impact

Our team of experts are ready to take on any challenge - no matter how big, small, or complex. If you've got a project you'd like to discuss, we'd love to hear from you.

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