Every university is different. The way we think about campuses is evolving, and the built environment has to respond to that.
We get to the heart of what makes each university unique, walking in the shoes of our stakeholders to get a full understanding of every brief. By engaging with staff, students and communities, we unlock the potential of campuses across the country, combining evidence from these engagements with our own research and expertise.
A university is not simply a place to teach, research, learn and relax. It is a place to belong. We design spaces which improve the wellbeing of those who use them, and empower people to share expertise and facilities together.
We embed sustainability in everything we do. It’s an attitude that informs not only our designs, but our culture and whole way of thinking – ensuring that our projects embody the highest standards of environmental performance.
Our third space concept embraces more diverse and inclusive spaces for students and staff. There are a range of zones reflecting different social learning activities for both groups and individuals, and a variety of sensory environments. New technologies have been integrated to capture students’ experience, needs and wellbeing.
News | 16th July 2026
City Campus is shortlisted in the Adaptive Reuse into Mixed Use category of the AJ Retrofit Awards 2026. This regeneration project has revitalised Gloucester’s high street through thoughtful reuse and reimagination. City Campus transformed a redundant Debenhams department store into a new campus for the University of Gloucestershire. The building also home to the Gloucestershire […]
News | 17th July 2025
The OxProp Awards celebrate the people, places, and projects shaping Oxfordshire, one of the UK and Europe’s most dynamic regions. We’re proud to share that ADP has been shortlisted for Architect of the Year. With a presence in Oxfordshire for 60 years, this recognition reflects our commitment and connection to the region. In addition, three […]
News | 7th May 2025
ADP has completed a new Teaching building and specialist Workshop at Oxford Brookes University’s Headington Hill site. These buildings are set within the historic grounds of the Grade II listed Headington Hill Hall and its surrounding conservation area. Officially opened on 1st May, these buildings are set to transform teaching, learning, research, and industry collaboration. […]
— Higher Education Sector Director
Jon Roylance
