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Founded in Newcastle upon Tyne in 1953, we now have teams collaborating across the UK and internationally, with a shared commitment to our ethos of Everything architecture – to improve the quality of the world around us and, in doing so, improve people’s lives."
Latest News
Historic restoration of the Grade II listed Worswick Chambers and 93–101 Pilgrim Street completed
by Molly Lymn | 28th August 2024 |
Ryder Architecture, in conjunction with the project team comprising of Avison Young, SHED Engineers, OOBE Landscape Architects, and contractor Bowmer + Kirkland, has successfully completed the historic restoration and extension of Newcastle’s Grade II...
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A new era of digital consultancy: BIM Academy announces its transformation into Okana
by Molly Lymn | 10th June 2024 |
BIM Academy, a leading built environment consultancy, has announced its transformation into Okana. This marks a pivotal moment in the company’s evolution as it brings together its global expertise from different specialisms, sectors and...
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Ryder Architecture post latest financial accounts
by Molly Lymn | 31st January 2024 |
The award winning international design practice, headquartered in Newcastle, has posted its latest annual accounts showing a strong commercial performance despite ongoing economic challenges. For the financial year ending 30 April 2023, Ryder’s turnover...
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Innovative PlanBEE apprenticeship goes global
by Molly Lymn | 20th September 2023 |
A unique apprenticeship established in the North East to give young people a solid foundation for a career in the built environment has proven so successful it’s going global. The industry driven PlanBEE programme...
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North East businesses gift mental health support to the region’s children through creative intervention programme
by Molly Lymn | 12th September 2023 |
A unique programme supporting children aged 7-11 years with their mental health has secured the backing of two of the region’s most prominent businesses. Law firm Muckle LLP and architecture practice Ryder Architecture have...
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NGI publishes report to celebrate a year of impact with partners
by Chris Watson | 13th July 2023 |
NGI's newly published report showcases £2.25m funding for tourism and job creation while celebrating a year of impactful partnerships for the North East....
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An Exceptional Year for Ryder Architecture
by Molly Lymn | 1st February 2023 |
The award winning international design practice, headquartered in Newcastle, has continued to develop successfully despite the ongoing challenges of political and economic uncertainty and high inflation. Turnover grew by 28% to £30,905,895 generating pre...
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North East skills and employment programme wins global praise
by Molly Lymn | 16th January 2023 |
An innovative skills programme designed and developed by Ryder and Gateshead College has received international recognition. PlanBEE (Built Environment Education), which was launched in 2016, won the further and higher education category at the...
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Ground-breaking ceremony at Pilgrim’s Quarter Newcastle
by Molly Lymn | 27th June 2022 |
A major city centre development took a step forward on Friday with an on-site ground-breaking ceremony at Pilgrim’s Quarter, Newcastle. HMRC announced in November last year that Newcastle’s Pilgrim’s Quarter, part of the Pilgrim...
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Impressive milestone for key city development
by Molly Lymn | 14th January 2022 |
Newcastle’s most impressive new development has reached a key milestone with the completion of the building’s central core – which can be seen towering over the city skyline. Bank House, on Pilgrim Street, is...
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HMRC to move to Pilgrim’s Quarter in Newcastle city centre
by Molly Lymn | 23rd November 2021 |
Newcastle’s Pilgrim’s Quarter, part of the Pilgrim Street development, is set to become the new home for HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) in the North East. Part of the Government Hub network, HMRC’s state-of-the-art...
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Ryder Architecture Crowned Building Architectural Practice of the Year
by Molly Lymn | 9th November 2021 |
Ryder scooped the prestigious award held at Grosvenor Hotel in London on 2 November with the judges noting, “The past 12 months have seen Ryder receive glowing reviews from its clients. Not only did...
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