News
Practice News
Sharing our insights on how we have shaped inclusive learning environments
Our Director, Gary Overton, alongside Gladys Marr and Sean McKeown, is presenting at the Education Estates SEND Conference, showcasing our Silverwood SEND School project.
Date: 6 Feb 25
by AHR
Awards
The new Woodmill and St Columba's RC High School has been shortlisted at the 2024 EAA Awards!
Woodmill and St Columba’s RC High School has been shortlisted in the Large Projects category at the 2024 EAA Awards.
Date: 20 Sept 24
by AHR
Podcast
Exploring the different approaches of multi-academy trusts and overcoming the common hurdles they face
Guest Speakers: Sue Corbett, Star Academies and John Robinson, The Rowan Learning Trust
Date: 5 Sept 24
Hosted by Samantha Smith
Director, Building Consultancy
Project News
UK's largest Passivhaus education building welcomes pupils today
We are ecstatic to announce that the visionary new Woodmill and St Columba’s RC High School has officially opened its doors, welcoming its first wave of pupils!
Date: 21 Aug 24
by AHR
Practice News
We've been shortlisted for Education Architect of the Year at this year's Building Design Awards
We’re delighted to have been recognised for this award, nominated in the nursery to sixth form category, showcasing our commitment to shaping safe, comfortable and fulfilling learning spaces for all.
Date: 9 Jul 24
by AHR
Podcast
Overcoming challenges on the school set to be the UK’s largest Passivhaus education building
Guest Speakers: John Peden, Fife Council, David Muir, BAM Construct UK, Jamie Gregory, AHR
Date: 10 Jun 24
Hosted by Stuart Bryson
Regional Director, Architecture
Podcast
How has school design evolved and what is influencing it in 2024?
Guest speakers: Natasha Karson, AHR and Stuart Bryson AHR
Date: 28 Apr 24
Hosted by Imran Kassim
Director, Architecture
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
Hosted by Hira Teirney
Associate Director, Architecture
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
by AHR
Project News
Welcoming students to the recently completed Winterstoke Hundred Academy
Meeting the needs of the local community, the school’s expansion is a welcome response to the growing families in the area, with plans for continuous growth each year.
Date: 4 Jan 24
by AHR
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
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
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
by AHR
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
by AHR
Thought Leadership
The Department for Education (DfE) push for education design to meet
The DfE’s push for education design to deliver a ‘Gen Zero’ product is laudable in its ambition. How will the construction industry meet this challenge?
Date: 22 Aug 22
by Imran Kassim
Director, Architecture
Project News
The Spine: Biophilic building for human resilience
Designed to WELL Platinum Standard, this office is set to be one of the healthiest buildings in the World.
Date: 18 Oct 21
by Robert Hopkins
Director, Architecture
Thought Leadership
Modern Methods of Construction in healthcare in a time of crisis
How can architects harness the power of MMC in times of crisis.
Date: 18 Jul 21
by Gareth Banks
Regional Director, Architecture
Thought Leadership
Maintaining top class academy estates
How to maintain academy estates and maximise existing assets.
Date: 9 Dec 20
by Allan Hunt
Managing Director, Building Consultancy
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
by Lee McDougall
Director, Building Consultancy
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
by Dominic Manfredi
Director, Architecture