HLM Architects

HLM Architects Celebrates 60 Years of Thoughtful Design This year marks a significant milestone for HLM Architects as we celebrate 60 years of practice. Since our founding in 1964, we have built a strong reputation for design excellence and expertise, solving our client’s challenges while considering the broader impact design can have on people, communities, and society. Our journey over the last six decades has been fascinating and remarkable in many ways and we take immense pride in our rich heritage. Looking forward, we intend to build on our legacy of innovation, inclusivity, and sustainability; and as we celebrate our successes, we remain dedicated to evolving our practice to meet the ever-changing needs of the communities we serve. To celebrate, we’ve created a new film celebrating our journey over the last 60 years! A big thanks to our Sheffield Studio Director Delia Harmston for narrating. Here’s to 60 more years of creating spaces that inspire and transform people’s lives. Read more here: https://brnw.ch/21wNno0 #HLM60 #60yearsofthoughtfuldesign #CelebratingArchitecture

Last week Gareth Woodfin, Helen Grant, Belen Ortiz and James Richards put on their best and attended the Cardiff Life Awards at the Cardiff City Stadium. Delighted to say that we were highly commended in the property category, it was a wonderful event with Cardiff’s best of the best businesses coming together to celebrate. With over 450 talented people from many different businesses in the same room the atmosphere was definitely one of celebration. Gareth Woodfin said “To be highly commended and see our name up on the stage in a room full of so many talented people was definitely a high point. Being highly commended sets us apart from competitors and shows that our thoughtful design is making an impact. True recognition that our projects, initiatives, and good work is being fully represented not only nationally but locally. We continue to work on our most innovative, sustainable and exciting projects we’ve ever worked on. A fantastic way to start the year and celebrate our talented team and the amazing projects that we work on. Well done to all the worthy winners.” Read more here: https://brnw.ch/21wRk4K #cardifflifeawards #highlycommended

We’re thrilled to share that we have been named one of the Top 45 employers in the Building Magazine’s Good Employer Guide 2025! As one of just 9 architectural practices to be recognised, this achievement reflects our commitment to continuously fostering an inclusive, innovative, and inspiring workplace. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and it’s their passion, ideas, and collaboration that positions us amongst the top employers in the construction industry. A huge thank you to our team for making HLM a fantastic place to work and creating a culture that sets us apart – this recognition is yours! Read more here: https://brnw.ch/21wRirk #GoodEmployerGuide #TeamHLMArchitects #EmployerOfChoice

A snapshot from day 2 of MMC Ireland where Nicola McKay and Steven Lennon met and chatted with Marian Harkin, Minister of State at the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science. We hope everyone is having a great day at the Johnstown Estate, and if you want to catch up with the team, drop them a message.

We’re excited to share that Juliana Renn and James Hughes will be speaking at the Education Estates® Exhibition | Conference | Awards Net Zero Conference this April. Their session, "Designing Educational Buildings to Meet Net Zero Standards", will explore how we can shape the future of education through sustainable design. By showcasing projects like Trent View College they’ll highlight how offsite construction, energy-efficient systems, and collaborative design are driving the journey to net zero. 📍 Alumni Theatre ⌚11:45 AM - 24th April 2025 Join us for an insightful discussion on creating resilient, future-proof learning environments. Who’s attending? Let us know in the comments! #NetZeroConference #SustainableDesign #EducationEstates #FutureofEducation

Huge congratulations and well done to Sally O'Donnell who has recently qualified as an Architect. Sally completed her Bachelor's and Master's Degrees at University College Dublin where she developed a strong foundation in both design and drawing skills. Moving to London to continue her studies, she completed her Part 3 qualification at the University of Greenwich. Since joining HLM Architects, Sally has worked on a variety of projects, including some landmark DIO schemes. She has had the opportunity to work on projects of different values, scales and across all RIBA stages, which has meant she has broadened her my skill set and contributed to a wide range of innovative designs. A particular area of focus has been Modular Construction. Through this work, Sally has had the opportunity to gain a deep understanding of the entire construction process, from initial design through to assembly and visit factories where these buildings are produced. This hands-on experience has been invaluable in deepening her understanding of construction processes, how modular systems come together efficiently, and the potential they hold for shaping the future of the built environment. Simon Gabe Associate and project leader said “Sally is a key part of the London team having joined in 2022, contributing both in and outside of the studio. She continues to demonstrate her ability across a number of sectors and work stages, developing a particular knowledge of DfMA. It is clear from her output that she considers architecture in terms of its wider surroundings, while retaining a passion for improving people’s day to day lives through quality design. I am sure she will continue to grow from strength to strength as she begins the next chapter of her career with HLM." Read what Sally had to say here: https://brnw.ch/21wRdAs What an achievement Sally, we are so excited to see where your journey takes you! #womenarchitects #congratulations

Rethinking Later Living for Thriving Town Centres Community ownership is key to urban renewal, yet we often overlook our aging population. We see this as an opportunity to revitalise town centres by integrating Later Living with healthcare, workspaces, and civic spaces. Our vision goes beyond traditional retail conversions. By creating a ‘living room’ at street level,a shared space for connection and co-working, we can foster engagement across generations. Imagine town centres as interconnected spaces where people of all ages meet, live, and thrive. In his latest piece Mohammed Irfan Ul-Haq discusses how when done right, Later Living can transform town centres. Read more here: https://brnw.ch/21wR7bX #UrbanRegeneration #LaterLiving #InclusiveDesign #TownCentreRevival #Community

Great conversations, friendly faces, and a touch of sunshine! Last Friday, we had the pleasure of hosting the Last Friday Club in Sheffield, with our Interiors Team leading the discussions alongside our Sheffield colleagues. It was fantastic to connect with so many industry peers and share insights over a lively and engaging session. A big thank you to Andy Illingworth & Caitlin Cadman for sharing updates on some of their recent projects, including the Radisson Blu and our new studio relocation—exciting times ahead! Most importantly, we’re grateful to everyone who attended and contributed to St Luke's - Sheffield's Hospice, the chosen charity partner for this year’s Sheffield Charity Construction Ball. Tickets now on sale for that annual event. Thank you to Heather Williams for organising another successful event. Delia Harmston | AJ Taylor | Christopher Liddle | Karen Mosley | Duncan Thomas | Mark Collins | Bethany Willis | Jennifer Horne | Rebecca Ball | Moinak Basu | Mohammed Irfan Ul-Haq | Neil Orpwood | Anne Daw | michael scherdel | Ben Carrack | Liam Warsop | 👏 #LastFridayClub #HLMArchitects #Sheffield #Interiors #Community #Charity #StLukesHospice

HLM Architects are heading to MMC Ireland 2025! We're excited to have Nicola McKay, Steven Lennon, Kostas Kapetangiannis and Anne Daw attending MMC Ireland, where they'll be exploring the latest trends, technologies, and engineering innovations shaping the Irish offsite construction market. A highlight of the event, Anne will be speaking on Day 1 at 2:30PM joining Ronan Lonergan from Cairn Homes, to discuss Evolving Towards Digital Design Platforms. If you're attending and would like to connect, drop the team a message, we'd love to catch up! #MMCIreland #OffsiteConstruction #DigitalDesign

We're proud to be an organiser of Sheffield Charity Construction Ball alongside Arup and Rider Levett Bucknall RLB. Tickets are now on sale and we'd love you to come and join us in Sheffield on the 6th June as we raise money this year for St Luke's - Sheffield's Hospice. Full details below. 🎉✨ Join us for the Sheffield Charity Construction Ball! ✨🎉 📅 Date: 6th June 📍Venue: Crowne Plaza Royal Victoria, Sheffield 💜Supporting: St Luke's Get ready for an unforgettable evening of elegance, entertainment, and generosity, all in support of a fantastic cause. 🎶🍽️💃 🎟 Tables of 10 are now available – secure yours today for a night to remember! 🌟 Event Sponsor opportunities are also open – a great way to showcase your business while supporting a vital local charity. Tickets sell fast—don’t miss your chance! 📩 Get in touch to book your table or discuss sponsorship: www.constructionball.com Delia Harmston | Matt Summerhill | Phil White | AJ Taylor | Rebecca Ball | Claire Lowe | Kathryn Hind #SheffieldCharityBall #ConstructionBall #StLukesSheffield #CharityEvent #SheffieldEvents #SponsorshipOpportunity