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SimpsonHaugh is an award-winning architectural practice with over 35 years of designing buildings & spaces that are inspirational, beautiful & exciting. 📍 Manchester | London | Birmingham

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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
One Port Street has been shortlisted for the Tall Buildings Awards in the Tall Commercial / Mixed Use Building of the Year category. We have also been shortlisted for Tall Building Architect of the Year, in recognition of our design of One Port Street. 📷: Select Property
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
In the latest episode of their brand-new series Home to Office, Bespoke Careers spent the day with Co-founding Partner, Ian Simpson, beginning at his home in the SimpsonHaugh-designed Beetham Tower and following his journey to our Manchester studio.
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Inside Architect’s Manchester Penthouse with Olive Grove on the 47th Floor (Home & Studio Tour)
YouTube video by Bespoke Careers
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
The Kings Signature Tower has been shortlisted for the Liverpool Architectural Society Awards in the Future of Liverpool category. We were delighted to attend last week's shortlist event and to celebrate the outstanding work being designed and delivered across the region.
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
We are delighted to announce that we have been shortlisted for Architectural Practice of the Year in the Manchester Property Awards. Having worked in Greater Manchester for almost four decades, we are incredibly proud to be recognised by the awards. Full shortlist: lnkd.in/e9RqUDcb
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Digital Systems & Information Partner Dave Moyes and Digital Workflows Associate James Savage will be attending Autodesk University 2026, taking place from 15-17 September.
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AU 2026: The Design & Make Conference | Las Vegas, Sept 15–17
Join Autodesk’s annual conference in Las Vegas, September 15–17, for three days of keynotes, hands-on learning, and networking with the community building the future of Design & Make.
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
A distinguished jury has been assembled for this year’s SHARE Architecture Awards, including SimpsonHaugh Partner Christian Male. Good luck to all those who have entered. Finalists will be announced on 20 September 2026.
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September 1. September 20. December 4. Today the jury opens this year's submissions to the SHARE Architecture Awards. They'll spend the next few weeks deciding who makes the cut, with finalists named...
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
We shot something exciting with Bespoke Careers earlier this week. We'll be sharing more soon. Stay posted...
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
SimpsonHaugh-designed Urbis and Beetham Tower have been included in Place North West’s shortlist for Manchester’s most important building of the last 100 years. You can vote on your top three buildings until Wednesday 26th August here: lnkd.in/ev9fqyYR
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Celebrating World Photography Day 📷 For almost four decades, we have had the privilege of seeing our work captured through the lens of incredibly talented photographers. Take a look through the showcase below as we celebrate the power of photography in the built environment.
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Co-founding Partner Ian Simpson will be speaking at the 2026 VU Summit in London, joining a diverse line-up of thought leaders to explore the future of cities, tall buildings, and urbanism. 🔗 vusummit.com
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Next month, SimpsonHaugh Partners David MacDonald and Christian Male will be attending the London Real Estate Forum, taking place on Wednesday 16 September. This year’s theme – Connectivity – will explore how the links between people, places and sectors will define London’s next chapter.
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
The Water Street Strategic Regeneration Framework (SRF) has been approved by Manchester City Council’s executive. The SRF looks to deliver hundreds of homes and a major new city centre park, unlocking the site’s potential as a new residential-led neighborhood. bit.ly/4vZRfYF
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
We are pleased to announce our appointment to the LHC Procurement Group Architectural Design Services Framework (ADS2), securing a position on Lot 5 – Modern Methods of Construction (MMC). bit.ly/4vsF8TF
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
We're pleased to share new photography of Square Gardens in Manchester, designed for client Downing. Beautifully captured here, Square Gardens provides 1,880 purpose-built shared living bedroom spaces across the Acer and Fernley buildings, within a key regeneration area close to the city centre.
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
We recently visited the Manchester Then and Now photographic exhibition, developed by Euan Kellie Property Solutions & Luma Marketing. the collection features rare archival images of Manchester alongside contemporary photographs taken from the same viewpoints years later.
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
🎙️ We’re excited to have Partners Matthew Ayres & James Hind featured on the latest episode of the Building Brum podcast, joining Conor Nolan to discuss the growing importance of density, regenerating brownfield sites, and putting city specific design at the heart of urban renewal. Listen now 🎧⬇️
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Building Brum
Subscribe to the Building Brum podcast and hear from developers, contractors, architects and planners. Discussing the latest developments across the region and the changing trends within the industry.
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Earlier this month at the United Kingdom edition of Zak World of Façades, SimpsonHaugh Partner & Sustainability Lead James Hind delivered a session on two of our residential projects in Manchester – Great Jackson Street Plot F and One Port Street.
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Marking 30 years since the 1996 bomb, we reflect on a significant moment for Manchester. Building on the city’s existing ambition, the regeneration that followed helped accelerate its transformation into the place it is today.
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An exploration of the impact of the 1996 bomb and the city
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Congratulations to Euan Kellie Property Solutions & Luma Marketing on a successful event, and thanks to Material Source for hosting. The free exhibition runs to month-end, 9am–5pm, Mon–Fri at Material Source, 1 Federation Street, M4 4BF. bit.ly/4edwgw2
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Photography exhibition to open at Material Source Studio showcasing Manchester's 30-year evolution.
A photographic exhibition is taking place throughout June 2026 to showcase how Manchester has evolved throughout the three decades since the IRA bombing. ‘Manchester then and now’ coincides with...
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
On Monday, Co-founding Partner Rachel Haugh joined a panel for the Manchester Then and Now exhibition, marking 30 years since the IRA bomb. The discussion explored the challenges after the devastation and the key components that contributed to Manchester’s transformation.
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Co-founding Partners Ian Simpson & Rachel Haugh have been recognised with the Tall Buildings Media Lifetime Achievement Award. Presented at the Tall Buildings Summit, the Lifetime Achievement Award honours individuals with distinguished careers who have made lasting contributions over decades.
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Ian Simpson and Rachel Haugh recognised with Lifetime Achievement Award
We’re delighted to see Ian and Rachel honoured within the Tall Buildings Awards, held at the Tall Buildings Summit 2026.
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CityEd @cityedyt.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Here's my latest video on the brilliant £1.2bn “Kings” development in Liverpool, which proposes 10 new buildings on a patch of land to the north of the city centre - one of which (at 70 storeys/222m) will be Liverpool’s new tallest building, and one of the tallest in the UK. youtu.be/0kENCjHXwEM
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The £1.2bn bet on Liverpool's future
YouTube video by CityEd.
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
James Hind, Partner & Sustainability Lead at SimpsonHaugh, will be speaking at Zak World of Façades later today. He will be presenting on the unique façade design of two of our residential projects, and sharing his expertise on delivering distinctive, design-led façades for high-density living.
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Next month Partner Simon Critchley will be speaking at the Tall Buildings Summit in London. Simon will be joined by Tom McClenan of WSP to present on Renaker’s Trinity Islands scheme in Manchester, offering insight into the development’s architectural vision and structural design. bit.ly/43tapKH
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
Have you read the Manchester issue of the Architects' Journal? Co-founding Partner Ian Simpson speaks with Gino Spocchia about Manchester’s development - featured in the news section, 𝘍𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘯𝘰 𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘵𝘩, 𝘵𝘰 𝘢𝘯𝘺 𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘵𝘩, 𝘵𝘰 𝘨𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘵𝘩, in the May issue. Read the article here: bit.ly/4tV0B6W
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From no growth, to any growth, to good growth: How Manchester is developing
Manchester’s tall buildings boom made headlines, but now the city is spreading outwards with greener approaches to development
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 Through this new mini-series, we’ll be sharing a selection of past and current projects from our portfolio, highlighting the value of a retrofit-first approach and its growing importance in shaping the future of our cities. Stay posted…
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
We are pleased to be attending UKREiiF in #Leeds, taking place 19 - 21 May 2026. Our representatives are looking forward to contributing to this year’s conversations and to connecting with the wider property and construction community. #UKREiiF #UKREiiF26 #BuiltEnvironment #Investment
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Issue 35 of Solus’ Quarter publication has recently been released and includes a feature on Spolia – a terrazzo range that uses debris as design inclusions. Its versatility & application are explored case studies, including an example within SimpsonHaugh’s Manchester studio. bit.ly/4udbIJ2
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Associate Partner Anthony Campbell & Associate Ben McNally will be attending the Industrialised Construction Conference this week. The conference is designed as both a strategic forum and a practical showcase, presenting new innovations to help achieve measurable outcomes. #BuiltEnvironment #London
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
325 Deansgate in Manchester is quickly approaching completion, taking its place alongside Beetham Tower & Viadux Phase 1. The new 22-storey hotel tower has been designed to delicately cantilever above the Deansgate Viaduct - a complex architectural response to a constrained & historic urban context.
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
We’re proud to support @architectsdeclare.bsky.social and the work that they do to raise awareness, advocate for faster change, and share knowledge and research. #architecture #support #regenerativefuture #ukarchitectsdeclare
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#joinus #donatenow #support #charity #regenerativefuture #ukarchitectsdeclare | UK Architects Declare
Thank you! As a volunteer-run charity, we rely on your generous donations to build our work. Every contribution makes a real difference and is instrumental to our success💚 Thank you to the followi...
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
We’re pleased to have become a Leeds Civic Trust Corporate Member, helping support their work to protect and enhance Leeds’ architecture, heritage, transport and green spaces. #BuiltEnvironment #Architecture #LeedsCivicTrust #Leeds
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🎊 NEW CORPORATE MEMBER! 🎊 We are pleased to welcome SimpsonHaugh as a new Leeds Civic Trust corporate member! In addition to all the ordinary Leeds Civic Trust member benefits, which cover all… | Le...
🎊 NEW CORPORATE MEMBER! 🎊 We are pleased to welcome SimpsonHaugh as a new Leeds Civic Trust corporate member! In addition to all the ordinary Leeds Civic Trust member benefits, which cover all staff...
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
Designs have been revealed for what will become one of Liverpool’s most significant new landmarks - a 70-storey tower combining a world-class 5* hotel with luxury residences. Full story: bit.ly/4sFL0YK | bit.ly/411QIZa 📷: 1 - Infinite 3D | 2 - SimpsonHaugh
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
One Port Street has officially welcomed its first residents. Designed for Select Property, this flagship residential development is located on the edge of Piccadilly Basin, close to the iconic Northern Quarter. At 33 storeys, it stands as a major new landmark for Manchester. 📸: Select Property
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
Two of the newest additions to Manchester’s ever-changing skyline, Renaker's Vista River Gardens and Trinity Heights. Reaching 55 and 60 storeys respectively, Vista River Gardens and Trinity Heights will collectively create 1,016 homes. 📷: FlossieTakesPhotos
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
We’re pleased to share that two of our models will be featured in the upcoming Making Matters Exhibition, presented by The Architects Index of Modelmaking & Manchester Society of Architects. Coming this March, the exhibition will be on display at Material Source’s Studio in Manchester.
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
Yesterday we attended the Topping Out Ceremony for Trinity Heights - one of the newest additions to Manchester’s skyline. Partners Simon Critchley & David Green, & Co-founding Partner Rachel Haugh, represented SimpsonHaugh at this milestone event hosted by Renaker & Starlight Investments.
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 22/12/2025
A quick recap of 2025 at SimpsonHaugh… Thank you to our clients, colleagues, and collaborators for being part of an inspiring year. Wishing you a restful break and a positive start to 2026.
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
🎥 Amazing to see the Nobu Manchester Groundbreaking Event captured, showcasing this significant milestone for the city. Watch the highlights from this landmark moment for Manchester here → bit.ly/4iDSS9x
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Nobu Manchester Groundbreaking Event Preview | Salboy
This November we welcomed Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro, Meir Teper and the Nobu Hospitality team to Manchester for the symbolic groundbreaking of the future Nobu Hotel, Restaurant and Residence...
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
Co-Founding Partner Ian Simpson joined Nobu Founders Robert De Niro, Nobu Matsuhisa and Meir Teper, Struan McKenzie, Trevor Horwell, and Hiro Tahara from Nobu; Kingsley Thornton from Domis; Simon Ismail from Salboy; and Councillor Bev Craig from Manchester City Council.
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
It was a pleasure to attend the Nobu, Viadux Phase 2, Ground Breaking Ceremony yesterday in Manchester. The event brought together the visionary leaders and creative minds behind the project.
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
We are delighted to share that Scape’s Merrion Street was presented with an award last week at the 2025 Leeds Architecture Awards. It was a pleasure to attend the awards ceremony. Congratulations to the Merrion Street project team and to all the other category winners.
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
🏗️ With just a few weeks to go until completion, Renaker’s Vista River Gardens will soon be welcoming its first residents. It’s been amazing to watch this landmark development - designed by SimpsonHaugh - rise along the banks of the River Irwell in Manchester City Centre. #Architecture #Manchester
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
SimpsonHaugh are pleased to be attending the Cityscape Global Conference this November at the Riyadh Exhibition & Convention Centre. Partner David MacDonald, Strategic Development Consultant Linsay Drinkwater and Associate Javier Gonzalez are looking forward to engaging with the 2025 programme.
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
We’re delighted to share that St Gabriel’s in Manchester has reached completion. A huge congratulations to everyone involved in the project. #Architecture #Regeneration #Adaptivereuse #PBSA #StudentAccommodation #Manchester
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We are thrilled to share that our team has successfully delivered the £30 million St Gabriel’s Court student accommodation scheme in Manchester. Delivered on behalf of McLaren Property | Living | Re...
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
A great turnout earlier today for Co-founding Partner Ian Simpson’s session at the Urban Home & Build Conference in Muscat, Oman - 𝘝𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘜𝘳𝘣𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘴𝘮 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘚𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘏𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘻𝘰𝘯𝘴. Ian joined an esteemed lineup of regional and global thought leaders who are actively shaping the future of our cities.
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
Our hotel & leisure portfolio reflects our commitment to designing high-quality spaces that are memorable and distinctive. Our experience ranges from smaller aparthotels through to complex conversions and large mixed-use developments. Explore our full Hotel & Leisure portfolio: bit.ly/46EACXZ
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
Chaired by Julian Broster & introduced by Sam Nicholson, the evening offered expert opinions from Will Arnold, a leading UK climate ambassador, and Dan Griffiths, Head of Low Carbon at GMCA, & marked the launch of a new programme designed to inform, challenge & inspire dialogue across the network.
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
An engaging & thought-provoking Best Practice event last week, hosted by Civic Engineers, SimpsonHaugh & Deloitte on behalf of the Manchester Climate Change Agency. The event brought together stakeholders & practitioners from across the built environment.
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SimpsonHaugh Architects @simpsonhaugh.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
We’re proud to be supporting this important initiative, designed to inform, challenge, and inspire dialogue across the network in Manchester. Stay posted for future events in the series. bit.ly/4nIMpv6
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We've launched a new Built Environment Network, supported by Civic Engineers, Deloitte and SimpsonHaugh! 🏙️   The network kicked off last week with the first of a series of events planned to brin...
We've launched a new Built Environment Network, supported by Civic Engineers, Deloitte and SimpsonHaugh! 🏙️   The network kicked off last week with the first of a series of events planned to bring bu...
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