We are looking to expand our busy team in the London office by recruiting an Architect. Key requirements include: . A minimum of 3 years’ experience in the UK building sector . Experience of working through RIBA Stages 0-3 . Excellent design and presentation skills to work on front end planning applications . Revit skills – essential . Experience of working with clients, contractors, and other consultants. We offer competitive salaries along with a wide variety of rewards and benefits, such as a company pension, 23 days holiday, sport and social events, and home working. If you have suitable experience and are interested in finding out more about joining our friendly and hard-working team then please send your CV and portfolio to design@bm3.co.uk #bm3news #hiring #londonarchitect
Lighting up the Digbeth sky! BM3’s Fireworks Night 2024 was a blast, with great food, even better company, and a spectacular fireworks display by our very own Mario! 💥🎆✨🎇🔥 #bm3news #fireworks #worksocial #bonfirenight
It’s spooky season!🎃👻🎃 Carving out some time together this Halloween at BM3!Our lunchtime pumpkin carving session brought out some impressive creativity and a bit of healthy competition. Who’s your winner?! 👻🎃🦇☠️🕯️ #bm3news #halloween #happyhalloween #BM3Halloween #PumpkinCarving
Exciting Developments in Our Landscape Department… Our landscape team has been hard at work, drawing inspiration from the breathtaking plant mixes and species found at the beautiful @coughton_court_garden . These insights are proving invaluable as they explore how to incorporate similar elements into their everyday projects, adding a fresh and vibrant touch to BM3’s landscape designs. We’re also thrilled to introduce our talented landscape architect, Hamzah, who joined us in May. Since then, he’s quickly become an integral part of the team, bringing his expertise and creativity to every project. We’re excited to see how his innovative ideas continue to shape our landscapes in the future! #bm3news #landscapephotography #landscapearchitecture #nature #coughtoncourtgarden
A couple of weeks ago, some of our BM3 team headed to Burntwood to participate in a charity football tournament on behalf of Keon Homes Limited. The event supported Sense, a wonderful charity that provides essential support for individuals who are deaf, blind, or have complex disabilities. While we may have finished in last place, it's the taking part that truly matters, right? 😂⚽ A big thank you to Keon for organising such a fantastic event! Hopefully, with a bit more practice, we'll be ready for any future competitions! #bm3news #charityevent #charityfootball
BM3 Garden Design Competition 2024: Honouring Paul Shepherd Earlier this year, BM3 launched an internal competition to redesign our staff garden area, inspired by the memory of our Director, Paul Shepherd, whom we lost last year. The brief asked team members to create designs that would capture stories, memories, and elements that remind us of Paul in ways that are both inspiring and uplifting. Congratulations to winners Jessica and Leena, and runner up Riyan for their exceptional contributions. Your designs beautifully encapsulate the spirit and essence of what Paul meant to all of us, and will play a significant role in shaping a space where we can all reflect, remember, and find inspiration. Stay tuned as we move forward with the renovation project—exciting transformations are on the way! #bm3news #memorygarden #designcompetition
The @mccarthyandstone Retirement Living scheme in Ledbury is an exciting project aimed at enhancing the quality of life for elderly residents. BM3 has been closely involved up to the planning approval phase, ensuring that the design aligns with the local environment and community character. The development includes 53 retirement apartments, offering a mix of one and two-bedroom units, and is complemented by thoughtful landscaping, indoor communal spaces, and on-site parking. Its location provides easy access to shops and amenities, supporting an active, independent lifestyle for residents while integrating seamlessly into the surrounding neighbourhoods. #bm3news #retirementliving #mccarthystone #ledbury
It’s always great when colleagues and clients can come together and enjoy some friendly competition, and last week BM3, @arcadisarchitecture and Couch Engineering did just that by catching up over a game of croquet! Congratulations to the winners, Bilal and Sylvain, as well as the runners-up, Sophie and Darren. A special shoutout to Paul Griffiths for the best overall shot! Here’s to many more enjoyable gatherings and continued strong working relationships. #bm3news #networking #croquet #birminghamnetworking
We are thrilled to announce some exciting changes within our team over the past few weeks. Shahid, our IT Manager and Architect, and Bilal, our Architectural Designer, have both been promoted to Associates. Shahid has been a dedicated member of BM3 for over 20 years. During this time, he has made significant achievements, including serving as the client lead for McCarthy and Stone. In addition to his busy role as an architect, Shahid also manages our day-to-day IT operations with great efficiency. Bilal has been with the company for 5 years. Throughout his time here, he has grown into a thoughtful and innovative designer, forging strong relationships with a core group of clients. Notably, Bilal has also led the initiative to register BM3 as a carbon-neutral business for the past two years. Additionally, we are proud to announce that Josh, Joanna, and Emily, three of our talented young designers have passed their Part III exams to become qualified architects. Congratulations to each of them on this significant achievement! We are so proud to celebrate these wonderful milestones and recognise the continued growth of our team. #bm3news #promotions #architect #birminghamarchitects #londonarchitects
☀️BM3 Summer Catchup!☀️ Last Friday, the team from our London and Birmingham offices gathered for a fantastic evening of celebrations. We had the pleasure of reintroducing both new and familiar faces. The evening was filled with celebrations that included: - Part III Qualifications: Recognising those who have successfully completed their Part III exams. - Exciting Promotions: Celebrating team members who have moved up in their careers. - Introducing The Paul Shepherd Award for Excellence: We are very proud to present Haroon and Andrea with this award. This will now be an annual recognition honouring individuals who have gone above and beyond in their roles. It was a very emotional but beautiful way to celebrate and remember Paul’s life. It was a memorable evening of connection and celebration, highlighting the incredible achievements within our team. #bm3news #teambonding #birminghamarchitects #londonarchitects #worksocial #awards
We had a great week last week with our Year 12 work experience students, who spent their time immersing themselves in the world of BM3. They undertook a short project, where they had the opportunity to learn the basics of SketchUp, site analysis, technical drawing, and much more! The week concluded with our students presenting their work to some of the team, who provided valuable feedback for the students to take away. It’s always a pleasure to spend time with the next generation of budding architects and designers! #bm3news #workexperience #designers #youngdesigners #architecture #birminghamdesigner
Catch some of our BM3 team at Housing Manchester 2024 next week from the 25th-27th of June! If you would like to arrange a catch-up, please drop them an email! @housingevent #bm3news #housingmanchester #conference #architecture #networking
Wild Walk, Telford, Shropshire. Working with @lovell_homes @wrekinhg and Nuplace, BM3 have provided the planning for 329 new and affordable homes. An exciting Extra Care facility will be part of the site, providing accommodation for the over 55’s. The development has been designed in accordance with @telfordwrekincouncil and their commitment to tackle climate change. Properties within the development will have PV panels and electric car charging points as well as solar panels to reduce fuel bills and the overall carbon footprint of the area. The scheme is set for completion in early 2025! #bm3news #affordablehousing #extracare #shropshire #futurehomes #urbanplanning #housing #residential #regeneration #sustainability #sustainablehousing
Yesterday for Mental Health Awareness Week 2024, our London and Birmingham offices honoured the occasion by wearing green. Stress can come as no stranger to the role of Architects and Designers, so by us participating in this, we are aiming to reduce the stigma, promote understanding and encourage our team to start talking about their mental health. 💚💚💚 #bm3news #mentalhealthawareness #itsokaynottobeokay #letstalk
On the 21st-23rd of May, our directors James and John are looking forward to attending the @ukreiif in Leeds. Please get in touch to arrange a catch-up! #bm3news #ukreiif #realestate #networking #leedsevents #property #investments #infrastructure #development #regeneration
Queenswood, Newport, Shropshire. A sustainable and innovative extra care home consisting of 70 - apartments, designed with the well-being of the residents in mind. Working closely with @bloorhomes @keonhomes @wrekinhg and the planning department, we have maximised the space available to create a development that not only meets the needs of the community, but also incorporates eco-friendly features including solar panels, achieving an EPC ‘A’ energy rating which will reduce bills and improve comfort. Shortlisted twice at this year’s Insider Media Awards, it recognises the developments innovative design and sustainable features. The completion date is set for November 2024, and we look forward to seeing the final result that will provide a comfortable and eco-friendly living space for all residents. #bm3news #sustainableliving #extracare #affordablerent
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Planning Permission granted for Cambridge Street in Wolverhampton
BM3 are proud to announce that our design proposal for the former Springfield Brewery depot at Cambridge Street, Wolverhampton has received full planning permission.
Great collaboration with Keon Homes, the scheme will provide a total of 64 new dwellings, constructed using modern methods of construction (MMC), featuring 31 two-bed homes and 33 one and two-bed apartments. The site is opposite the Grade II listed Springfield Brewery and forms part of the brewery conservation area. Both the design and layout draw from the local industrial heritage and have been sympathetically developed to sit within the areas unique character and setting, providing much needed new homes and apartments.
Read more here: https://www.expressandstar.com/news/local-hubs/wolverhampton/2020/10/05/homes-plan-agreed-for-springfield-brewery-site-in-wolverhampton/
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Pucklechurch development crowned winner of LABC Awards
BM3 are very pleased that Oaktree Avenue, Pucklechurch has won the LABC awards for the Best Affordable New Housing Development.
The rural housing scheme in the village of Pucklechurch was completed in spring 2019 and provides eight flats and 12 homes for affordable rent.
Delivery of this project was a real team effort, many congratulations to everyone involved: Speller Metcalfe, LiveWest, South Gloucester District Council, Pucklechurch Parish Council.
Read more here: https://spellermetcalfe.com/pucklechurch-development-crowned-winner-of-labc-award/
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BM3 makes two new promotions
BM3 are delighted to announce that Andre Gardner and Gerry Ruiz have been promoted to Associates.
Andre successfully heads up our landscape team and has been an integral part of further developing this side of the practice. Gerry has almost twenty years of experience in Architecture and looks after a number of key Clients in the Midlands and Southwest.
We’d like to congratulate them both in their new roles and look forward to sharing in their continued success.
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BM3 appointed to Procure Partnerships Framework
We are delighted to announce that BM3 has been appointed to the Procure Partnerships Framework Professional Services Agreement to provide architectural, principal designer and landscape architecture services into various regions.
The Agreement runs from 2020-2024 and is split into 11 geographical regions. Suppliers provide Professional Services in 11 disciplines. Please read more information here: https://www.procurepartnerships.co.uk/the-procure-partnerships-framework-professional-services-agreement-launches/
We are proud our hard work has paid off, we very much looking forward to the future opportunities over the next 4 years!
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Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) England
As we navigate the range of challenges brought about by the coronavirus pandemic, focusing on mental health and wellbeing at work is more important than ever before.
We have taken active steps to support our employees mental health, BM3’s Andrea Pattalis, Matthew Caulfield, Michele Wright and Tracy Bache have recently completed a MHFA England Mental Health First Aider course. The MHFA training enables them to support a colleague who might have mental health issues, raise awareness and understand how to look after their own wellbeing.
We want mental health to be openly discussed, reduce stigma and provide an extra layer of support to staff as they transition back to the new normal.
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Jaspal Johal - Promotion to Director
BM3 is delighted to announce that Jaspal Johal has been promoted to Director.
Jaspal has been an integral part of the London studio’s success, since its inception in 2010. He has played a major role in developing several long term collaborations with a number of our high profile clients. Jaspal has not only demonstrated an ability to manage large and complex residential projects, but also to nurture strong relationships with clients, consultants and staff.
As BM3 continues to grow and develop, we are excited to have Jaspal joining our team of directors.
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West of England LABC Building Excellence Awards 2020
We are delighted to announce that two of our schemes have been shortlisted in the following categories at the West of England LABC Building Excellence Awards 2020;
-Best Social or Affordable New Housing Development: Oaktree Avenue, Pucklechurch, South Gloucestershire (Image credit to Speller Metcalfe).
-Best Social or Affordable New Housing Development: Westminster Road, Kidderminster, Worcester.
-Best Small New Housing Development: Westminster Road, Kidderminster, Worcester.
Well done to all involved!
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BM3 - Planning Consultant Services
Birmingham City Council’s Development Management in Birmingham Document (DMB), submission documents and supporting documents were submitted to the Ministry for Homes, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) for examination on 17 July 2020.
Once adopted, the DMB will provide detailed policies to help determine planning applications and development decisions across the whole City, supporting the strategic policies in the Birmingham Development Plan which was adopted in January 2017. To discuss how the DMB might impact your proposals get in touch on 0121 633 0000 or email jeremyh@bm3.co.uk
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Cambridge Street in Wolverhampton
We are pleased to be working with Keon Homes on the Cambridge Street site in Wolverhampton.
The proposal is for a mix of 31 two bed houses and 33 one and two bed apartments for Wise Living. The site is opposite the Grade II listed Springfield Brewery and as such the scheme draws from the local heritage and has been carefully designed to sit sympathetically within its unique setting.
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Birmingham's Lyndhurst Estate regeneration wins the RICS Social Impact Award 2020
BM3 are delighted that Lyndhurst Estate regeneration in Erdington, Birmingham has won the RICS Social Impact Award for the West Midlands this month.
The £50m regeneration comprised the construction of circa 300 new homes to rent and buy.
Many congratulations to everyone involved: BMHT, Birmingham City Council, Arcadis United Kingdom, Vistry Partnerships, Kier Living, Patrick Parsons.
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COVID-19 - Working from home update No 2
Working from home update, round 2! It’s business as usual, BM3 has regular virtual catch-up meetings to ensure business continuity and for projects to run smoothly. It’s also important to promote a fun work environment, last Thursday night we organised a pub quiz via zoom, team spirit still continues behind the scenes. Many congratulations to the winning team: James, Jessica, Ben, Marcello and Leena.
Huge thanks to the ongoing support from our IT team.
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Planning Permission granted for Swan Lane
BM3 are pleased to announce that in partnership with Rooftop Housing Group have gained planning permission for Swan Lane in Evesham.
The proposal comprises 27 apartments for affordable rent created in one two-storey and one three-storey building. A total of 27 car parking spaces will also be created while a number of commercial buildings, which are currently vacant, will be knocked down.
Looking forward to seeing this scheme move forward.
Read more: https://www.insidermedia.com/news/midlands/affordable-town-centre-flats-voted-through
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Work is starting up again on our Aston Clinton site in Buckinghamshire
We're delighted that work is starting up again on our Aston Clinton site in Buckinghamshire.
BM3 has successfully gained consent for the reserved matters for all three phases of development for Taylor Wimpey North Thames. The scheme comprises 386 new dwellings and provides a mix of one and two bedroom apartments, together with two, three, four and five bedroom family homes.
Phase 1 comprises 132 new homes for shared ownership, private sale and affordable rent. The scheme provides a permeable layout, which encourages connectivity with the surrounding area. The scheme respectfully faces onto an Ancient Scheduled Monument and Heritage Park. This is a retained landscape asset with a public right of way running through the green space.
The development itself has been thoughtfully designed to provide a number of open public spaces including a wetland park, and areas of landscaped green space. The site also provides access to nearby walking routes including the Grand Union Canal. Purpose-built play areas (LEAP & NEAP) are integrated into the public open space, which provides a safe and fun space for children of varying ages.
In addition to the planning work, Bm3 is also providing post planning services including working drawings and site support for the scheme.
We're excited to see the project progress.
Find out more here: https://www.taylorwimpey.co.uk/find-your-home/england/buckinghamshire/aylesbury/aston-reach
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COVID-19 - Working from home update
Here is a little peek of our home offices.
As a company we have procedures in place that allow us to adjust to the ongoing recommendations with minimal interruption to production. BM3 is attending meetings and events virtually and we are contactable via email and the usual phone numbers.
Huge thanks to the ongoing support from our IT team.
Stay well and stay safe.
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COVID-19 - Working from home
As from today we have decided to temporally close our offices for the next coming weeks to safeguard the well-being of our staff. BM3 has regular virtual catch-up meetings to ensure business continuity and for projects to run smoothly. We are available to answer any queries over the phone, video and email. Huge thanks to the ongoing support from our IT team. Stay safe.
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COVID-19 - Business Continuity
You all will be aware of the impact that the COVID-19 outbreak has had on people and business across the UK and beyond. Our highest priority is to all of our employees, clients and partners, and we can confirm that both BM3 offices in Birmingham and London will remain fully operational during this time.
Our offices have been fully enabled and tested for remote working to ensure complete continuity for all of our services. As we all have seen, the COVID-19 situation is highly dynamic to which we will provide further updates on our website as things develop.