Glancy Nicholls Architects

Our unforgettable project at the Black Country Living Museum brought history to life. Our team at GNA proudly led the creation of a new historical and industrial town, set between the 1940s and 1960s, as part of the museum’s Forging Ahead project. - 17 individual buildings - 13 recreations | 4 translocations - Featuring a library, pub and iconic shops like a butcher, Co-op, and music shop Designed in collaboration with museum researchers, the project captures the industries that shaped the Black Country, from brickmaking to aluminium founding, complete with restored historic machinery like a beam engine and drop hammers. This celebration of heritage combines historical accuracy, visitor engagement, and conservation. It was a true honour to play a part in preserving and showcasing the legacy of the Black Country for generations to come! 15 of 20 – Part of our anniversary collection celebrating 20 projects over 20 years. #blackcountrymuseum #forgingahead #historylovers #1940s #1960s #gna20 #architecture #accidentallywesanderson

GNA are pleased to announce the submission of a planning application for Study Inn’s latest student accommodation project. Situated in vibrant Edgbaston, this development is a short walk from Edgbaston Village, Five Ways train station, and the University of Birmingham campus, offering students excellent connectivity to amenities, education, and the wider city. The proposal on Frederick Road introduces circa 240 high-quality student rooms, with a mixture of social and studio style rooms. Residents will enjoy access to generous internal and external amenity spaces, including a gym, spa, and study spaces designed to create a balanced and supportive living environment. GNA collaborated closely with Study Inn to craft a design that thoughtfully integrates into Edgbaston’s unique historical context. Drawing inspiration from the modernist & regency styles of the area, the design makes a commitment to material honesty, clean proportions, and subtle ornamentation. This contemporary building reflects the character of the area while presenting a modern aesthetic that resonates with students and the community alike. #planning #birmingham #edgbaston #architecture  Study Inn Group

The end of an award winning week for Glancy Nicholls Architects. GNA won the 2024 Building Better Healthcare Award for Best Private Healthcare Facility. Our transformation of the former Worcester News printworks into the Three Counties Medical School celebrates sustainable design, adaptive reuse, and inclusive, modern spaces that will train the next generation of NHS healthcare professionals. With SKA Gold certification and an A-rated EPC, this project is a testament to architecture that both preserves heritage and shapes the future. We're looking forward to the AJ Architecture Awards later this month for which this project has also been shortlisted. Building Better Healthcare #BBHAwards #healthcare #sustainabledesign #adaptivereuse University of Worcester #worcester #architecture #privatehealthcare #awardwinning

Throwback to our landmark project, The Bank—a transformative residential tower scheme on Birmingham’s iconic Broad Street. Fully completed in 2019, this dual-tower development was delivered in collaboration with RPGL, providing a vibrant mix of 1 to 3 bedroom apartments with stunning city views. Rising 21 and 33 storeys high, The Bank created a new city living offer and a marked the beginning of a new era of Birmingham’s now quickly evolving skyline. Our design integrates the story of the surrounding area, incorporating elements inspired by the district’s rich brass and silver working heritage. These towers stand proudly alongside the restored Grade II listed former Midland Bank, known locally as Left Bank, blending the old with the new to form a striking cityscape. In addition to luxury apartments, The Bank offers retail space and a range of resident amenities, including a communal kitchen and dining area for social gatherings, a secure urban garden, and a much-improved public realm. The project has achieved consistently high occupancy rates, becoming a thriving residential community. This project was honoured with the 2019 Sustainability Award and Project of the Year at the Celebrating Construction Awards, along with a Residential High-Rise accolade at the International Property Awards. The Bank remains a testament to Birmingham’s growth, blending legacy with a place for modern urban lifestyles while contributing to meeting the region’s housing needs. 14 of 20 - Part of our anniversary collection of 20 projects over 20 years. #GNA20 #tallbuildings #architecture #birmingham

Bilston Urban Village East wins Industrial Deal of the Year at Insider's West Midlands Property Awards 2024! Our vision for transforming this previously developed site into a dynamic hub for business and enterprise has been recognised by the Judges. They said of the project: “This is a fantastic example of long-term vacant, contaminated land being brought back to life. It is also responding to the needs of the local area by providing a range of industrial and logistics units. This marks the foundation of a thriving, new community.” The development features flexible employment units (B2/B8/E(g)(iii) uses) alongside high-quality ancillary offices. Designed to accommodate the diverse needs of local businesses, these high-quality spaces will vary in size to support growth and innovation. Bilston Urban Village East will become a vibrant community for entrepreneurs and businesses, fostering collaboration and economic development. GOOLD ESTATES LIMITED #BilstonUrbanVillageEast #Wolverhampton #Industrialdesign #regeneration

I’m delighted to win “Industrial Deal of the Year” at the Insider Property Awards for our Foundry Business Park development at Bilston Urban Village. Thanks to our partners, City of Wolverhampton Council and funders, West Midlands Combined Authority. Also thanks to our fantastic professional team on this project: Gowling WLG, Glancy Nicholls Architects, Rodgers Leask and Wakemans Limited.

Our Associate Director, Danni attended the grand opening of The Children’s Therapeutic Garden at Birmingham Hospice today. We are delighted to see the Garden take Shape. This will be a beautiful, sensory space for the well-being of patients and their families. It will also enable the Children’s team to provide interactive, playful spaces to support their important services. Danni contributed her time to initial idea sessions with the team, subsequent sketch designs and clearance of the previously under- utilised space, it’s amazing to see the end result. Thank you to everyone involved in the transformation of this wonderful garden. #garden #theraputic #sensoryplay #transformation #birmingham

GNA is reflecting on the successful creation of Herbert’s Yard, a versatile events space in Longbridge town centre. Designed for St Modwen and operated by the award-winning Digbeth Dining Club, this project marked their first permanent venue outside Birmingham, following seven years of pop-up events in Longbridge. Since opening, Herbert’s Yard has hosted year-round activities, including community-driven events like networking sessions and yoga. Named after Herbert Austin, the space was thoughtfully designed with sustainability at its core, using timber construction and energy-efficient LED lighting repurposed from the historic Car Assembly Building (CAB1). Positioned next to the enhanced Austin Park, it has become a flexible venue, adaptable for a variety of events and gatherings. In line with supporting local businesses, the venue partnered with Birmingham-based suppliers like Glass House Beer and Wine Freedom, offering diverse food options, including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free choices. Reflecting on the project, Harry Jenkins, Head of Marketing at Digbeth Dining Club, shared: “Herbert’s Yard has brought something truly unique to Longbridge and the wider West Midlands. It’s been incredible to see the community come together here through food and shared activities.” Since its opening, Herbert’s Yard has provided a valuable community resource, with its bar, deli, outdoor seating, and wildflower garden, offering a welcoming space for all. 13 of 20 - Part of our anniversary collection of 20 projects over 20 years. #westmidlands #streetfood #venue #architecture #reuse 

We’re reflecting on our conservation and transformation of Horton Grange, in Edgbaston, Birmingham, originally built in 1928. This project completed in 2018 carefully restored the site’s heritage while enhancing it with considered contemporary intervention on the @unibirmingham estate. The thoughtful refurbishment and extension respected the history of the building while creating new spaces that blend effortlessly into the surrounding landscape. A striking rear extension, connected by a delicate glass link, enhances the sense of openness and light while maintaining the integrity of the original structure. Inside, the refurbishment has breathed new life into the space, with six beautifully designed bedrooms surrounding a grand staircase, as well as a series of modern meeting rooms, a bar, and a lounge on the ground floor—ideal for hosting unforgettable weddings and events. The design celebrates the building’s original features, with restored wood panelling and a grand fireplace bar, creating a welcoming and luxurious environment that honours its heritage. Horton Grange now stands as a perfect blend of history and modern elegance, making it an enchanting wedding venue where tradition meets sophistication. 12 of 20 - Part of our anniversary collection of 20 projects over 20 years. #conservation #heritage #historicbuildings #weddingvenue #architecture #birmingham #gna20

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