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Purcell signs up to Article 25’s More Than A Building initiative

Purcell is proud to be a new member of More Than a Building, a committed network of architects, engineers and constructors constructing better futures around the world, in partnership with charity Article 25.

Celebrating collaboration and conservation in Hong Kong

Our Asia Pacific (AP) offices came together in Hong Kong for an inspiring few days of strategic planning, collaboration, exploration, and celebration of our impactful work in the region.

Purcell projects win at The Georgian Group Awards

We are delighted to share that Stowe House and The Inner Hall at Windsor Castle have both been awarded prizes at the 2023 Georgian Group Awards.

Purcell, Idle and Wonder, and Customs Bureau to present ‘The Glasshouse Urban Retreat’

A multi-disciplinary team led by Purcell, who have partnered with events studio Idle & Wonder and design studio Customs Bureau will launch the new hospitality concept at HIX LDN, hosted at Islington’s Business Design Centre this month.

Three of our hotel projects have been awarded Michelin keys

The Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park in London, Ballyfin Demesne in Ireland, and Coworth Park near Ascot are amongst the first to be given the MICHELIN Guide’s new distinction for hotels, the MICHELIN Key.

Oxford’s Bridge Labs scheme wins planning approval

We are delighted that the redevelopment of Beaver House into Bridge Labs has won planning approval.

Purcell signs up to Bristol Property Inclusion Charter

We are pleased to share that Purcell have signed up to the Bristol Property Inclusion Charter, reinforcing our commitment to cultivating a more diverse and inclusive workforce.

Conservation works commence onsite at Hong Kong Museum of Medical Sciences

We are pleased to announce the commencement of a repair and maintenance project at the Old Pathological Institute, a declared monument, now home to the Hong Kong Museum of Medical Sciences.

National Portrait Gallery shortlisted for RIBA Stirling Prize

The transformation of the National Portrait Gallery - a collaboration between Jamie Fobert Architects and Purcell - has been shortlisted for the revered RIBA Stirling Prize.

Three Purcell projects claim RIBA National prizes

Auckland Castle, Tower, and Faith Museum, the National Portrait Gallery, and Battersea Power Station are amongst RIBA’s best UK buildings of 2024.

Purcell appointed to Bath & North East Somerset (B&NES) Architectural Design Services Framework (ADSF)

Purcell are delighted to have been appointed to the Bath & North East Somerset (B&NES) Architectural Design Services Framework (ADSF).

Purcell projects make major awards shortlists

Awards season is here and once again Purcell have made it on to some of the most prestigious shortlists in the industry.

Purcell’s Head of Sustainability appointed to Architects Declare Steering Group

Laura Baron joins a cohort of 16 Steering Group members from over 1,300 Architects Declare signatory practices.

Australian offices mark National Reconciliation Week 2024

From May 27th to June 3rd 2024, Purcell's Melbourne, Sydney, and Hobart studios engaged in a range of activities to mark National Reconciliation Week (NRW) 2024.

Auckland Castle wins three RIBA awards

Hailed by judges as a ‘valuable extension’ to Bishop Auckland, the series of interventions and restoration of the 900-year-old Grade I-listed Auckland Castle has been handed the top prize at the RIBA North East Awards, winning Best Building as well as the Conservation Award and Regional Award.

NSW Parliament Chambers wins National Trust Heritage Award 2024

We’re delighted to share that our work on the NSW Parliament House Chambers Restoration Project has won best Interiors & Objects at The National Trust (NSW) Heritage Awards 2024; an annual celebration of outstanding practice, awarding excellence in conservation of Aboriginal, built, natural and cultural heritage.