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

“By addressing the social determinants of health through inclusive and thoughtful design, we can create spaces where people truly belong, supporting their health, the community’s wellbeing, and the success of our local centres as one integrated solution.” Head of Regeneration, Olivia Jackson, reports for the Autumn edition of the Urban Design Group Journal on how thoughtful design can create better health and communities in local centres: Make yourself a brew and read the full article here: https://brnw.ch/21wOeFz #regeneration #urbandesignjournal #highstreets

Phase 3 sees the reimagining of Prince Charles Hospital, as a transformative step that will profoundly improve the hospital’s operations, patient care, staff experience, and their impact on the local community they serve. This phase involves the meticulous remodeling of the Centralised Sterilized Storage Decontamination department, back-of-house FM and storage areas, medical records, and central staff change facilities on the ground floor. As the hospital transitions into its newly modernized facilities, it stands as a beacon of care, innovation, and community dedication. Read more here: https://brnw.ch/21wOdYT Project team: Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board | Tilbury Douglas | Hoare Lea | Interserve Construction | CARL FENTON | Mohammed Irfan Ul-Haq | Morys Loveluck | Mel Jacobsen Cox | Gareth Woodfin #PrinceCharlesHospital #HospitalMasterplanning #HealthcareArchitecture

“The housing crisis calls for urgent solutions, and only through collaboration and innovation can we create effective strategies to develop more high-quality, affordable housing.” This was the key message at the The Housing Forum's - National Conference last Tuesday. The annual conference - celebrating its 25th anniversary this year - brought together industry leaders to discuss critical issues and innovative solutions. From reshaping how we think about homes, to creating communities where everyone can thrive, there’s a renewed sense of urgency— and optimism. In our latest article, Anna Kiho, Head of Residential, and Olivia Jackson, Head of Regeneration, recap critical themes from the event: https://brnw.ch/21wOd0d #thehousingforum #housingconference #futurehomes #regeneration

Next week, Catherine Ward will be attending and speaking at Education Buildings Ireland Conference & Exhibition in Dublin, where she'll be talking on the topic of 'An Inclusive education for an Inclusive society: Is an inclusive education campus the way forward to create an inclusive education system?’ This session will delve into the policy advice published in January 2024 by the National Council For Special Education (NCSE). The paper, “An Inclusive Education for an Inclusive Society,” lays out a vision for a phased and progressive shift toward a fully inclusive education system in Ireland. Cath will explore how inclusive campus design can help achieve this transformative vision, creating accessible and supportive learning environments that serve all students, regardless of their needs. Join Cath from 3pm over on Stage 2 on day 1 of the conference. #EducationBuildingsIreland #InclusiveEducation #UNCRPD #HLMArchitects #FutureOfEducation #InclusiveDesign #Dublin

Delighted to share that Momo Sun Senior Landscape Architect has recently been appointed to the London Borough of Hounslow Design Review Panel. The panel is made up of 13 nationally respected built environment professionals from diverse backgrounds including landscape architects, architects, urban designers and sustainability experts. It will support the Council by offering expert, impartial advice on major development proposals, regeneration programmes and design policies. Momo said “It’s a real honour to be part of the Design Review panel, it offers an opportunity to leverage my landscape architecture expertise to positively impact the built environment. My skills position me well to contribute valuable insights and uphold high standards in the design review processes, and possibly contribute to the regeneration of Hounslow” Good luck Momo we are sure that you will make an invaluable contribution to the review panel. Link to website : https://brnw.ch/21wOa1p #HCDRP #landscapearchitecture #urbandesign #designexpertise

We’re excited to share that our studio in Tudor Square has undergone a transformation, bringing a fresh energy to this part of the city centre! Positioned in Sheffield’s cultural heart, we’re thrilled to play an active role in the vibrancy of Tudor Square, surrounded by Sheffield’s icons like The Crucible Theatre, The Lyceum Theatre, Central Library, and the Winter Gardens. Delia Harmston, Sheffield Studio Director: ‘Revitalising this ground-floor space, long empty until now, aligns with our commitment to the city we’ve called home for over 40 years. Our team lives and breathes Sheffield, and this enhanced studio offers an ideal place for collaboration, creativity, and shared ideas. We are proud to be in the original home of the Ruskin Gallery and the John Ruskin collection, and to continue the legacy of creative spirit of Sheffield.’ From recent projects like The Radisson and The Wave, to our long-standing dedication to the city’s architectural landscape, we’re proud to contribute to Sheffield’s ongoing transformation while respecting its rich heritage. Our Tudor Square presence is one more way we’re working to make a positive impact on our city’s future. Thank you to the following people and companies that have helped us with our studio transformation: Ovo Spaces | Rebecca Knight | David Baldwin | Lee Floyd | Sam Crossland at Tarkett | Forbo Flooring Systems | Jacqueline Chappell at Ocee & Four Design | Wagstaff Interiors Group | Rachael Senior | Sean Atkinson Not forgetting our internal team who project managed all of this! Ben Carrack | Craig C. | Andy Illingworth | Clare Savage | Marcus Earnshaw | Michael Spencer | Amy Hipwell #HLMArchitects #Sheffield #TudorSquare #Architecture #CreativeIndustries #Community #Heritage #CityCentre

The Compass School is a purpose-built, all-through SEN school located in the London Borough of Havering. Designed to cater for 60 pupils aged 3-18 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, as well as Communication and Interaction difficulties. Spanning 2,100 square meters, the school offers a range of specialised learning facilities aimed at fostering a nurturing and supportive environment tailored to the unique needs of its students. The Compass School is part of the Department for Education's (DfE) MMC Framework to drive for greater adoption of MMC to modernise the industry and increase efficiencies, cost savings and innovation within capital building programmes. The Compass School is one of seven schools we have delivered as part of the framework to date and one of three Special Educational Needs (SEN) schools we have provided this year. Read more here: https://brnw.ch/21wO5Qs Project team: Unity Schools Partnership | Reds10 | Kathryn Phillips | Claire Wakelin | Joe Shepherd MRICS #MMCFramework #SchoolDesign #EducationArchitecture

We are excited to share that Architectural Technologist, Zarja Krevelj will be speaking at the Reimagining the Built Environment // Vision 2034 event in Glasgow this evening. Zarja will be speaking on her work with the BE Change Makers Sustainability group. In her session, Zarja will discuss what the future of sustainability could look like in Glasgow by addressing key issues like transport, housing, and social value. Read more here: https://brnw.ch/21wO42h Built Environment - Smarter Transformation #GlasgowArchitecture #DesigningfortheFuture #SustainableArchitecture

What a great piece of work and accolade Roan... we are delighted to welcome you to our #Cardiff studio team.