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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
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A year of insightful discussions and collaborative action has highlighted pathways towards a more sustainable built environment.
Since 2023, our decarbonisation roundtable events have brought together industry professionals to share experiences, challenges and practical solutions in the journey toward decarbonisation.
In 2024, these discussions provided a platform for learning, collaboration and fresh perspectives—helping participants navigate legislative changes, explore innovative retrofit strategies and uncover the real-world impact of sustainable design.
What have we learnt?
- A clearer understanding of how the UK Net Zero Carbon Building Standard is shaping consistent metrics
- Actionable insights into the power of retrofitting to reduce embodied carbon
- Practical examples of public-private collaboration driving meaningful progress
- A deeper appreciation of how sustainable building design can enhance wellbeing
- A look at how AI, digital twins and real-time data are transforming energy efficiency
Our report captures these key takeaways - offering insights and practical steps to apply in your own projects. Delve into the insights here.
The challenge ahead is not just to keep the conversation going, but to turn shared knowledge into action. By learning from each other and embedding sustainability into every stage of design and construction, we can shape a built environment that benefits both people and the planet.
We remain dedicated to leading and facilitating this transformative journey toward our shared sustainability objectives. If you’re interested in shaping the future of decarbonisation, we invite you to join the conversation. Keep an eye out for more roundtable events in 2025.
What do you know about our Retrofit Toolkit?
To help our clients take meaningful steps toward decarbonisation, we’ve developed a Retrofit Toolkit—an intuitive and user-friendly innovation designed to guide early-stage interventions. Our tool is already supporting individuals and businesses to make informed decisions from the outset, ensuring decarbonisation plans are both strategic and effective.
We’d love to support you on this journey. Get in touch, and let’s work together to create a more sustainable future.
Thought Leadership
Healthy Buildings: Going Beyond Performance
Designed for wellbeing and sustainability, healthy buildings create spaces that inspire comfort, happiness, and productivity.
Date: 15 Jan 25
by AHR
Practice News
How we’re supporting our clients’ maintenance and development plans through sophisticated MEP mapping services
The desire to embrace advancing technologies and discover new solutions has led to the development of our geomatic consultancy as it stands today, which offers sophisticated MEP mapping services.
Date: 9 Dec 24
by AHR
Podcast
How are we breaking down barriers and building inclusion in the property and construction sector?
Guest Speakers: Karle Burford, Michael Dunn, George Hooton and Khwezi Mdlalose
Date: 23 Feb 25
Hosted by Karle Burford
Director, Architecture
Latest Updates
- Plans submitted for new grade A office building at Brabazon
10 Apr 25
- We're delighted to be leading the transformation of the former Younger Building
7 Apr 25
- Strengthening our presence in the Midlands with three new director promotions
1 Apr 25
- Boosting university income streams through collaborations with developers and local authorities
31 Mar 25
- Sharing what we’ve learned from our 2024 roundtable series
28 Mar 25
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A focus on sustainablity
When creating or caring for buildings and spaces, every project counts. Through a range of methods and initiatives we seek to leave the world better than we found it, with responsible and healthy places.
Practice News
Insights from Manchester: A collaborative approach towards decarbonisation
Six months on from our last session in Manchester, it was a pleasure to gather once again with industry professionals to explore practical pathways towards healthier, more sustainable buildings.
Date: 25 Nov 24
by AHR
Practice News
PAS 2038: How can we support your journey to net zero?
PAS 2038 was introduced in 2021, setting the requirements for works to commercial buildings. But exactly what is PAS 2038 and how can we apply its guidance to support your journey to net zero?
Date: 21 Oct 24
by AHR
Project News
Shaping success: Hear from pupils and teachers of Woodmill and St Columba's RC High School
The opening of the new Woodmill and St. Columba’s RC High School in Fife has been met with overwhelming positivity from pupils and teachers alike.
Date: 22 Oct 24
by AHR
Contributors
Gareth Banks
Director, Architecture
Stephen Bottom
Director, Building Consultancy
Stuart Bryson
Regional Director, Architecture
Karle Burford
Director, Architecture
David de Sousa
Director, Architecture
Jamie Gregory
Associate Director, Architecture
Stefan Harris
Associate, Architecture
Robert Hopkins
Director, Architecture
Allan Hunt
Managing Director, Building Consultancy
Imran Kassim
Director, Architecture
Simon Lamprell
Director, Architecture
Dominic Manfredi
Director, Architecture
Lee McDougall
Director, Building Consultancy
Gurminder Sanghera
Director, Architecture
Victoria Shepherdson
Associate Director, Architecture
Samantha Smith
Director, Building Consultancy
Mark Stead
Director, Building Consultancy
Matt Stephenson
Associate, Architecture
Amanda Taylor
Sales Director
Hira Teirney
Associate Director, Architecture
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