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Project News
Whitchurch Enterprise Park takes shape
Sitting next to the Bottle Yard Film Studios on Hawkfield Business Park, the new workspace will create a thriving enterprise hub for local SMEs from a mix of sectors.
Date: 31 Aug 23
by Karle Burford
Director, Architecture
Project News
Exciting plans to enhance a high-rise residential block in the heart of Huddersfield are shared with the public
To improve fire safety measures and provide enhanced living spaces, the 11-storey building, which dates back to 1968, will undergo a complete transformation.
Date: 22 Aug 23
by AHR
Project News
An exciting glimpse into what's coming as the new High School for South and West Fife goes in for planning
Targeted to achieve Passivhaus Classic certification, the new high school will replace the outdated Inverkeithing High School, to better cater to the needs of students.
Date: 13 Aug 23
by AHR
Practice News
How the RIBA AHR Scholarship empowers students and promotes inclusivity
The RIBA AHR Scholarship is an empowering programme which seeks to bring equal opportunity to those from a disadvantaged background.
Date: 3 Aug 23
by AHR
Project News
Addressing health inequality with Sheffield's three new transformational hubs
Three new transformational primary care hubs in Sheffield have been submitted for planning, providing spaces which better meet the needs of patients and the growing population.
Date: 27 Jul 23
by AHR
Practice News
A day of fun, friendship and teamwork at our summer away day
The event brought together so many colleagues from across our nine UK offices, with many meeting for the first time face to face.
Date: 26 Jul 23
by AHR
Practice News
Spending the day with our 2022 RIBA AHR Scholarship recipient, Reem, as she embarks on her work placement
Reem began her four-week work placement as part of the 2022 AHR RIBA Scholarship in the London office and we took the opportunity to catch up with her to hear all about what she’s been getting up to.
Date: 20 Jul 23
by AHR
Project News
Our Shoreham-by-Sea redevelopment project, The Mannings, reaches exciting new phase
We attended the ‘topping out’ ceremony for the project, which will create a new benchmark for living standards in the local area by replacing an outdated apartment building.
Date: 19 Jul 23
by AHR
Practice News
Achieving decarbonisation: The challenges and opportunities in retrofit
In our Achieving Decarbonisation roundtable series, we sat down with colleagues from across the industry in Manchester to discuss the challenges and opportunities in retrofit.
Date: 12 Jul 23
by AHR
Project News
The Spine earns coveted Platinum level in the WELL Core Certification
The Spine, in Liverpool, has achieved WELL Core Platinum for the base build, having received the rating from the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI).
Date: 28 Jun 23
by AHR
Practice News
Exciting growth prompts office relocation for our London colleagues
As our architecture and building consultancy services continue to expand, so does our need for an office that can accommodate our growing team.
Date: 23 Jun 23
by AHR
Thought Leadership
How Passivhaus integration is revolutionising the UK's largest Passivhaus education building
This project for Fife Council brings together two secondary schools into a single building, sitting on a shared site with a new Fife College building to create a new education hub.
Date: 12 Jun 23
by Jamie Gregory
Associate Director, Architecture
Thought Leadership
Green Roofs - Did the Teletubbies have it right?
Green roofs have been around for centuries and they are far more than just an adornment to an eco-house.
Date: 2 Jun 23
by Stefan Harris
Associate, Architecture
Thought Leadership
Why we need to retrofit to achieve net zero
Retrofitting buildings is critical to decarbonisation and achieving net zero. What are the challenges, opportunities, and steps we need to take to get there?
Date: 24 May 23
by Robert Hopkins
Director, Architecture
Practice News
Denham Way Playing Fields officially reopens following our refurbishment works to provide new and improved facilities
Our refurbishment project provides an outdoor gym, skate park and tennis courts for the local community – with recycled habitats to encourage wildlife.
Date: 22 May 23
by AHR
Practice News
Welcoming associate director Victoria Shepherdson to our Bristol team
With more than 25 years experience in the sector, Vicki brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience to grow our extensive portfolio of healthcare work.
Date: 19 May 23
by AHR
Practice News
How we are supporting our colleagues with their mental health
To highlight National Mental Health Awareness Week, we have been getting involved in a a variety of activities across our offices to help raise awareness around anxiety.
Date: 15 May 23
by AHR
Project News
Breathing life back into our towns and cities by adapting and reusing existing spaces
Reusing and upcycling empty buildings in city centres presents an ideal opportunity to reset our cities, help to regenerate local economies and support businesses that depend on foot traffic.
Date: 2 May 23
by Matt Stephenson
Associate, Architecture
Awards
How we're creating a better future for everyone through innovation and sustainability
We are thrilled to announce that our commitment to helping the UK reach its Net Zero Carbon ambitions has been recognised as we have been shortlisted for Architect of the Year at UKREiiF 2023.
Date: 25 Apr 23
by AHR
Practice News
How director Robert Hopkins is inspiring future generations, enhancing student learning and improving their employability and skills
This industry-into-academia initiative aims to utilise the knowledge and experience of the VP to enhance student learning, improve the employability and skills of UK engineering graduates.
Date: 20 Apr 23