Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chartered Architects in Bradford
Established in 2000, Beckwithdesign (BDA) is a Chartered Architectural Design & Project Management Consultancy delivering award-winning architecture, interior design, and masterplans. Our approach prioritises responsive design, combining client needs with cultural and social context to create timeless, sustainable solutions. With over 30 years of collective experience, our team works across commercial, residential, industrial, and conservation sectors, ensuring technical excellence and attention to detail in every project. We maintain Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) standards, focusing on open communication, cost-effectiveness, and user wellbeing.Our portfolio includes landmark projects like the 75 million Victoria Mills residential complex, reflecting our commitment to innovation and responsible design. BDA balances creative flair with rigorous project management, delivering schemes on time and within budget while fostering long-term client relationships. Our multidisciplinary expertise spans from concept design to completion, serving diverse sectors including education, healthcare, and retail.
Services
Architectural Design
Project Management
Interior Design
Conservation
Sustainability
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of architectural expertise across diverse sectors
- Our client-focused approach ensures tailored solutions for every project
- Sustainability is integrated into all design stages without compromising aesthetics
- Award-winning track record for innovative architectural delivery
- Chartered CIAT practice maintaining rigorous technical and ethical standards
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT)
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design service creates innovative, context-sensitive solutions tailored to client needs. We specialise in commercial, residential, and industrial projects, combining aesthetic appeal with functional excellence. Our process integrates technical expertise with creative vision to deliver buildings that stand the test of time.
Project Management
We provide comprehensive project management from inception to completion. Our approach ensures timely delivery and budget adherence through rigorous planning, stakeholder coordination, and quality control. This service covers procurement strategies, technical specifications, and on-site supervision for all building types.
Interior Design
Our interior design solutions create functional, aesthetically pleasing environments across sectors. We focus on spatial efficiency, material selection, and user experience to deliver spaces that enhance productivity and wellbeing while maintaining alignment with architectural context.
Conservation
Specialising in historic building preservation, our conservation service combines traditional techniques with modern requirements. We work on listed buildings and heritage sites, ensuring sensitive restoration that maintains architectural integrity while meeting contemporary usage needs.
Sustainability
We integrate sustainability throughout the design process, balancing environmental responsibility with practicality. Our approach includes energy-efficient systems, sustainable materials, and lifecycle analysis to create buildings that minimise environmental impact without compromising design quality.
People
Tony Lupton
Managing Director
Founder of BDA with 20+ years' experience in commercial architecture. Specialises in strategic project delivery and client liaison, ensuring technical excellence across all developments.
Sue Lupton
Financial Director
Co-founder responsible for BDA's financial strategy. Manages business operations and development while maintaining the practice's economic sustainability and growth.
Richard Paynter
Director
30-year architectural veteran specialising in technical design and project delivery. Oversees quality control and resource management across BDA's diverse project portfolio.
Gustav Brown
Senior Architectural Technologist
Experienced in production drawings and specification writing. Manages key projects including the Victoria Riverside development, combining technical expertise with client relationship management.
Anthony Barnet
Senior Architect
RIBA-registered architect with expertise in concept design and masterplanning. Provides strategic design input across sectors, combining analytical skills with creative problem-solving.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide architectural design, project management, interior design, conservation, and sustainability consultancy across commercial, residential, and industrial sectors.
How do you approach sustainable design?
Our sustainability strategy balances energy efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and timeless aesthetics throughout every project stage, from concept to completion.
Can you manage large-scale developments?
Yes, our team has delivered complex projects like the £75m Victoria Mills residential complex and £50m Victoria Riverside development in Leeds.
Are you a Chartered practice?
Yes, we are a Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) practice, maintaining the highest technical and professional standards.
Do you work across different building sectors?
We operate in commercial, residential, industrial, healthcare, education, and retail sectors with proven expertise in diverse project types.
How do you ensure project success?
Through open communication, rigorous project management, and client collaboration at every stage to deliver on-time, on-budget results.
