Projects

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.

Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens closes for major transformation

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

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

Elizabeth Tower wins Europa Nostra Award 2026

The restoration of the Elizabeth Tower has won a 2026 Europa Nostra Award.

Haigh Hall receives planning consent

Wigan’s Grade II* listed Haigh Hall has secured both planning permission and Listed Building Consent.

Nothing New: Lessons from Heritage

Asia Pacific Managing Director Tracey Skovronek and Head of Sustainability Laura Baron spoke to Build Australia to explore how the circular economy is not a new concept, but one deeply rooted in heritage practice.