Building
Dreams
Now

Simpson Street

Apartments

Fawn’s Keep,
Windermere

About Us
Building Design Northern is an award-winning architectural and engineering practice.

Based in Sunderland and Ulverston, and working across the UK, we continue to forge a reputation for the excellence of our architecture, structural + civil engineering projects.

Building

Dreams

Now

We dare to be different with bold and striking designs delivered by a truly expert team.

Richard Marsden
Managing Director

Battling
Decay +
Neglect

What we do

Building Design (Northern) Ltd. has been transforming spaces for over 35 years. We deliver unrivalled architectural, structural engineering and project management services across the UK.

The BDN Difference

Our difference is in our unparalleled approach. Through the meticulous delivery of all our projects to the highest standards, the planning and detail is truly evident every time; from concept to completion.

Sheepfolds Stables
Streetgate
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Award Winners

Delighted with the news that Building Design Northern has been awarded ‘Commercial Development of the Year’ and ‘Fit-Out/Refurbishment of the Year’ at the 2025 North East Property Awards for our exemplar transformation of Sheepfolds Stables, Grade II-listed former stables buildings.

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Latest News
New extension to make Veterans in Crisis accessible to all
18th August 2026

New extension to make Veterans in Crisis accessible to all

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New South Shields seafront attraction takes shape
12th August 2026

New South Shields seafront attraction takes shape

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BDN backs own development by relocating HQ to Eastgate Point
16th July 2026

BDN backs own development by relocating HQ to Eastgate Point

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Our Team
Team member: Richard Marsden
Managing Director
Richard Marsden
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Team member: Joe Warner
Director (Architecture)
Joe Warner
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Team member: Rochelle Richardson
Director (Finance)
Rochelle Richardson
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Team member: Andrew Webb
Director (Civil Engineering)
Andrew Webb
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