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Manchester’s Portico Library secures major funding for ‘once-in-a-generation’ transformation

Manchester’s Portico Library has secured £6.4 million in funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) to deliver Portico Reunited.

Projects

Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens closes for major transformation

Purcell is leading the design of a major redevelopment of Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens.

Projects

Reimagining Borde Hill’s Edwardian Stables for a garden-led dining experience

Restaurant Isca and Edie’s Kitchen at the historic Borde Hill Estate have opened following a five-year transformation led by Purcell.

Awards

Elizabeth Smith joins 2026 RIAS Doolan Award judging panel

Purcell Chairperson, Elizabeth Smith, has joined the judging panel for the 2026 RIAS Doolan Award

News

Purcell heritage consultants contribute to new book celebrating 21st-century architecture

Two members of Purcell’s heritage consultancy team have contributed to a new book exploring some of Britain’s most significant buildings of the 21st century.

Awards

Elizabeth Smith and RIBA launch the inaugural Conservation Award 2026

Purcell Chairperson, Elizabeth Smith, established the Conservation Award with the RIBA to raise the profile of heritage projects on the national stage and will serve as Jury Chair.

Projects

The Abbey of St Edmund, Reborn project receives major funding grant

The Abbey of St Edmund, Reborn project has received a £7.137 million grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF).

Awards

Purcell sponsors Historic Houses’ 2026 Frances Garnham Award

Purcell is proud to sponsor the 2026 Frances Garnham Award for Education, presented by Historic Houses.

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Ben Kirkwood, Part I Architectural Assistant

News

Purcell supports Bristol Pride 2026

Reflecting on Purcell's involvement in Bristol Pride this year, we are incredibly proud of what we achieved together.

Events

Purcell colleagues come together for annual Day Out

Nearly 300 colleagues from across Purcell's UK and Asia Pacific studios came together for our annual Day Out.

News

Purcell completes restoration of Salford Cathedral

Purcell has completed a full-scale restoration of the Cathedral Church of St. John The Evangelist, Salford.

Awards, Events

The Lands by Capella wins three honours at the 2026 NSW Architecture Awards

Purcell is delighted to celebrate the success of The Lands by Capella.

Awards, Projects

Alfred Gillet Trust wins AJ100 Client of the Year

Alfred Gillett Trust, our client for the Shoemakers Museum in Somerset, is this year’s AJ100 Client of the Year.

Projects, News

Heritage as a catalyst: Hull Maritime Museum to reopen following landmark transformation

Hull Maritime Museum will reopen to the public on 8 August 2026 following a major £20.4 million transformation.

Events, News

Celebrating Pride, community and belonging at Purcell

This Pride Month, a new employee-led initiative is bringing colleagues together to celebrate inclusion, visibility and community.

Projects, News

Consents granted for the Abbey of St Edmund, Reborn project

A major milestone for the Abbey of St Edmund, Reborn project has been reached with the successful approval of all consents for this ambitious project.