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Building Design Northern

Name: Building Design Northern
Address: The Old School, Simpson Street, Sunderland, SR46DR, GB
Telephone: +441915356189

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Building Design Northern (BDN) are award-winning Architects, Civil and Structural Engineers.

We are an award-winning and bold architecture and engineering firm with strong roots in Sunderland. Established in 1983, we have evolved into a multi-disciplinary team covering the full range of residential and commercial architecture, and structural and civil engineering. We have offices in Sunderland and Ulverston, and have a nationwide portfolio of work, working with a range of clients across the UK. Building Design Northern (BDN) continues to forge a nation wide reputation for the excellence of its Architectural, Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering and Project Management services to major retail chains and property developers, as well as a wide variety of other Clients, both domestic and commercial. We are pioneering developments that conserve the environment, while delivering truly modern environments to live, work and enjoy.

21/10/2026

Some projects carry special significance, and this is one of them ❤️

Earlier this month, we were honoured to be invited to the opening of Super Brad’s Pad - a seaside retreat for seriously ill children created in memory of Bradley Lowery – a project our team has been lucky enough to work on.

Our talented architects and engineers designed the stunning five-bedroom holiday home in Scarborough, that will host up to 100 families each year. It was carefully designed to give children with complex medical needs and disabilities the chance to enjoy a holiday with their loved ones and will be run by The Bradley Lowery Foundation.

When Gemma Lowery first spoke to us about her dream to create a place in Bradley’s favourite seaside town, we offered our full support to help her turn her vision into a reality in honour of her son, who touched so many people’s hearts in his short life. We’re proud to have played a part in a project that will keep Bradley’s legacy alive.

09/10/2026

Great to see this former Goals site development taking shape in Hull!

The portal shed is progressing well, with the project on track for handover at the end of the year.

BDN has provided architectural, structural and civil engineering services, working closely with developer Ashcourt Group to bring the project to life.

It’s always rewarding to see a project progress from design through to construction, and we’re looking forward to seeing the final stages come together.

05/10/2026

Another fantastic project delivered for Sunderland AFC.

This summer, BDN acted as Project Manager for the refurbishment of the First Team changing and social spaces, helping to get the facilities ready ahead of the club’s Premier League and European campaign.

Working within an elite sporting environment brought a unique set of challenges, with a demanding programme, live operational requirements and the added complexity of a summer featuring a World Cup. Through careful planning, co-ordination and phased handovers, we were able to maintain the club’s operations while progressively returning completed areas to the First Team.

We’re proud to have been part of the team delivering the refurbishment and demonstrating how collaborative project management can meet challenging deadlines without compromising on quality.

Architect: KSS Design Group
Contractor: GF Holding
QS: Costudio
M&E: ME Engineers

02/10/2026

We recently welcomed Barrow and Furness MP Michelle Scrogham to the Old Police Station!

During her visit, Michelle had the opportunity to see the work in progress here in Ulverston and hear more about our plans to breathe new life into the distinctive building which has stood vacant for more than a decade.

As the building begins to take shape, it was great to give Michelle a tour of the site and share our vision for a new mixed-use destination which combines workspace, short-stay accommodation and eventually, new places to eat, drink and spend time.

Thanks for stopping by, Michelle!

28/09/2026

Project progress 🏗️

It’s great to see the Growing Futures development for the North East Autism Society continuing to take shape.

With all three main structures now up, work is progressing well on site as the buildings are made watertight ahead of the internal fit-out in the coming months.

We’re proud to be part of the team helping bring this £4.9m development to life alongside Mulberry Construction Group and Turner & Townsend.

21/09/2026

Greggs signs up for Eastgate Point! 🥐

We’re delighted to welcome Greggs to Eastgate Point, with the North East food-on-the-go retailer set to open a new drive-to location at the £15m Sunderland development.

The new site will create 12 jobs and provide a convenient food and coffee offering for businesses based at Eastgate Point, as well as residents, commuters and visitors travelling through the area.

Eastgate Point is delivering 125,000 sq ft of new commercial accommodation across 19 industrial and commercial units, with Gentoo and BDN already committed to the development.

As project architects, structural and civil engineers and project managers, it’s fantastic to see the scheme taking shape and welcoming its first occupiers.

With further announcements to come, there’s plenty more to look forward to at Eastgate Point.

Read more: https://bdnltd.com/greggs-signs-up-for-eastgate-point/

15/09/2026

Creating space for the next generation! 📐

We’re delighted to have overseen a programme of improvement works at Wingate’s St Mary’s Catholic Primary School on behalf of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust.

The works include a new extension providing additional nursery provision, alongside refurbishment and improvements to the existing school, creating high-quality, flexible spaces for pupils and staff.

The project is also the latest chapter in our long-standing relationship with Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust. From architecture and structural/civil engineering to project management, we’ve supported the Trust on a number of projects across its estate.

It’s great to see another project taking shape and to continue playing our part in creating environments that support the Trust’s vision for delivering the best possible learning environments!

26/08/2026

We are incredibly proud to have worked alongside Sunderland AFC this summer as the club prepares for its return to the Premier League and an exciting European campaign ahead.

We have provided Project Management, engineering works and Architectural services across a range of projects, supporting the club as it continues to enhance facilities throughout the Stadium of Light. This has included improvements to The Players Lounge, the home dressing room and dugouts.

It has been fantastic to see the work come together over such an ambitious summer, made possible through a collaborative effort from everyone involved. We’re looking forward to seeing these spaces brought to life and enjoyed throughout what promises to be an exciting season ahead.

18/08/2026

Work is now underway on an important expansion project that will help secure the future of Veterans In Crisis Sunderland and the vital support it provides to the veteran community.

BDN is supporting the transformation of the charity’s Sunderland head office on Roker Avenue, providing architectural, structural, civil engineering and project management expertise as part of our ongoing commitment to delivering social value across the North East.

The new fully accessible extension will create a welcoming space for veterans and their families, improving accessibility while allowing Veterans in Crisis to expand its range of services, including wellbeing activities, community events and practical support.

It’s fantastic to see this project move into the construction phase, and we look forward to watching the new space take shape over the coming months.

Read the full story on our website: https://bdnltd.com/new-extension-to-make-veterans-in-crisis-accessible-to-all/

12/08/2026

We’re proud to be supporting the next chapter of South Shields’ seafront transformation! 🌊

Working together as part of the project team, BDN x Fitz are providing multi-disciplinary design and construction management services alongside Colmans for the new Colmans Coastal Village development on South Promenade.

Building on the success of the award-winning Seafood Temple, the project will deliver 20 beach huts available for daily hire, 13 independent commercial and ancillary units, and high-quality landscaping to create a vibrant, year-round coastal destination.

Designed to support local businesses, start-ups and the wider community, Colmans Coastal Village will offer a welcoming beachfront destination for residents and visitors alike.

Construction is now underway, with completion expected in Spring 2027.

Address

The Old School, Simpson Street
Sunderland
SR46DR

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441915356189

Website

http://www.bdnltd.com/

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