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

The University of Lincoln Medical School is a landmark project for Lincolnshire offering an inspiring environment for medical education and setting a new standard for sustainability, design excellence, and innovation on the University’s campus. The new medical school is a key part of a regional strategy to address chronic specialist medical staffing shortages, particularly in primary care and mental health. The 5,500m2 five-storey building features an active lecture theatre, laboratories, pro-section anatomy suites, equipped with cutting-edge diagnostic tools, and a clinical skills suite with mock consultation rooms to simulate hospital wards or a GP’s surgery. This facility now equips students with cutting-edge resources and an exceptional learning environment, ensuring future doctors are prepared to make a real difference. Alongside the technical brief the University was keen that the building visually and physically promoted health and wellbeing. The new medical school is therefore based on biophilic design principles and is the most sustainable building on their campus. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eW_V2S76 Project team: Gleeds | Curtins | Alex Cesarsky| Karl Brown | Claire Wakelin | Lucy C. Plumridge #MedicalSchoolArchitecture #HigherEducationArchitects #ThoughtfulDesignforUniversities

Catering for 112 pupils aged 2–19, Two Bridges Academy has been thoughtfully designed to provide an inclusive and purpose-built learning environment that empowers students to reach their full potential. Delivered through the Department for Education's Free Schools Programme and forming part of their Sustainability Pathfinder initiative, this all-through school has become a beacon of excellence, providing much-needed support to students, staff, and the local community of Alveston. Net zero carbon in operation, Two Bridges features Air Source Heat Pumps and on site energy generation from photovoltaic roof panels, exemplifying perfectly how educational facilities can contribute positively to the environment whilst reducing operational costs and supporting the health and wellbeing of building users. Congratulations to everyone who delivered an academy that supports the Enable Trust's mission: to empower futures and deliver exceptional specialist education. Read more here: https://brnw.ch/21wQivF Project team: Dylan Pugh | Catherine Ward | Claire Wakelin | Gareth Woodfin | Mhairi-Claire Dickson | Alethea Ottewell #InclusiveDesign #NetZeroSchools #EducationArchitects

We’re thrilled to be named in Top 20 Best Scottish architectural practices in Urban Realm’s UR100! Urban Realm’s annual UR100 showcases the best practices driving change, innovation, and excellence. From retrofit marvels to employee-owned trailblazers, we are delighted to be included in this celebration of the vision shaping our built environment. This recognition reflects our dedication to creating thoughtful designs that make better places for people. Whether it’s tackling sustainability challenges or advancing estate rationalism, we pride ourselves on tailoring every project to its unique context and client aspirations. Our retrofit of the former student union at the University of Strathclyde is a testament to this approach. The Centre for Health and Technology Innovation and Commercialisation (CHATIC) is designed to champion sustainability while preserving cultural significance, all while supporting net-zero targets and broader industry collaboration. We are incredibly proud to be acknowledged alongside so many inspiring practices, and as we enter 2025, we look forward to continuing our work in reshaping and enriching the architectural landscape in Scotland and beyond. Thank you to Urban Realm for the recognition. Read more here: https://brnw.ch/21wQgMa #UR100 #ThoughtfulDesign #HLMArchitects #ScottishArchitects

Back in November, Steven Lennon and Kathryn Dowse-McCreanor, had the privilege of sharing their expertise at the Fire Station Design & Construction Workshop. Their insightful sessions explored our approaches shaping the future of modern fire station design: Steven delved into "Design Evolution and Innovations in Modern Fire Station Design: The Journey to Decontamination", spotlighting strategies that prioritize firefighter health and safety. Kathryn discussed "Training Facilities and Sustainability", with a particular emphasis on the game-changing potential to design Passivhaus Fire Stations, setting a new benchmark for energy efficiency in essential infrastructure. It was inspiring to see these crucial topics spark meaningful discussions about innovation, sustainability, and resilience within this vital sector. Looking ahead, we’re thrilled to mark our calendars for next year’s Fire Station Design & Construction Workshop, happening on the 13th-14th October 2025. Watch this space as we continue to explore and share ideas that shape the spaces supporting our everyday heroes. #FireStationDesign #ConstructionWorkshop #Passivhaus #EmergencyServicesArchitects #DesignForSafety #HLMArchitects"

We are hiring in Sheffield! Our Sheffield team are on the lookout for more talented, enthusiastic and creative people to join our growing team. We have a variety of exciting opportunities, including: • Urban Data Analyst • Interior Designer • Architect • Chartered Landscape Architect • Landscape Assistant • Architectural Technologist • Marketing Assistant If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and passionate about building better places for people through Thoughtful Design, then please get in touch, we’d love to hear from you. https://lnkd.in/e-2DgkJT #JoinHLMArchitects #SheffieldJobs #ThoughtfulDesign

We’re delighted to welcome three senior team members to further bolster our Cardiff team. Say hello to Senior Architect Hannah Ransom who brings over 15 years’ experience working with clients such as Derwent London, British Land, Bell Hammer and Wales and West Housing Association. She has a passion for creating spaces that inspire positive wellbeing through quality impactful design and attention to detail. Next, we welcome Kaori Miyahara to the team as senior landscape architect, Kaori has a wealth of experience in designing landscape for learning, from primary schools to prestigious universities. She is also experienced in working on many public realm schemes, regenerating unused areas for community use. Lastly but by no means least is James Richards, Senior Architectural Technologist, passionate about the technical aspects of construction he brings a huge amount of technical expertise and experience of collaborating with multidiscipline design teams. Gareth Woodfin, Cardiff Studio Director said “What a great way to start the year! A pleasure to welcome Hannah, Kaori and James. They each bring unique expertise and knowledge that further strengthens our ever-growing talented Cardiff design team. Last year we celebrated our 60th anniversary as a business, the Cardiff team has significantly grown and now has the largest team since opening its doors in 2007. https://brnw.ch/21wQ4um #cardiffarchitects #landscapearchitects #cardiffstudio

The Thames Christian School and Battersea Chapel, has been selected as a winner at the 2025 CIVIC TRUST AWARDS. This remarkable project sits in the heart of Wandsworth’s York Gardens regeneration area and exemplifies thoughtful design and civic character. Combining a co-located independent secondary school and Baptist chapel, the 6-storey building is a testament to the power of collaboration and its impact on students and the wider community. The Civic Trust Awards celebrate projects that positively contribute to their communities, and we are incredibly proud that Thames Christian School has been named as one of just 39 winning projects from over 300 international and national submissions We look forward to finding out if this unique project receives a Civic Trust Award or is Highly Commended at the 66th Annual Civic Trust Awards Ceremony on the 4th of April. A huge congratulations to all involved especially designers Henley Halebrown. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ex5jH5Ni #CivicTrustAwards #AwardWinningDesign #EducationArchitects #HLMArchitects

We’re excited to share the third article in our Infection Prevention and Control series for the Health Estate Journal, written by Head of Healthcare, Neil Orpwood. This latest article dives into the importance of whole-system thinking in managing complex design challenges, mitigating risks, and maintaining compliance with evolving guidance and legislation. Neil highlights how the innovative tool, we have designed in-house help to track, manage, and evidence IPC considerations throughout all stages of the design process. These tools not only ensure compliance with updated frameworks, but also strengthen the golden thread of accountability critical to delivering safer and more effective healthcare spaces. Read the full article here: https://brnw.ch/21wPZgw #InfectionPreventionControl #HealthcareDesign #PatientSafety

We wanted to take a moment to reflect on the Sandhurst Band Facility's fantastic double win at the Structural Timber Awards. Project of the Year and Winner of Winners, what more can we say. Both of these awards recognize the building's innovative design and sustainable approach within a challenging secure environment. The judges were particularly impressed with its successful integration of ultra-low carbon cross-laminated timber, high acoustic performance and sympathetic blend of new and historic buildings. Congratulations again to everyone involved in a project that has set a new standard for sustainable construction within the MOD and sets a benchmark for future military infrastructure projects. Read more about this multi award-winning project here: Project team: Willmott Dixon | Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) | KLH UK Limited | Arcadis | Cundall | Lyons O'Neill | Pick Everard | Luke Riggall | Christopher Liddle | Chantal Ferrar