Our Practice
We’ve been established for many years, yet remain young at heart. Our team of chartered architects and technologists brings a diverse and highly skilled approach, enabling us to tackle a wide range of design challenges with confidence.
With a strong track record, BDG Studio has established itself as a forward-thinking and dynamic practice that builds on solid technical and commercial foundations.
From our beginnings as a sole practitioner, we have grown steadily — expanding our project portfolio and skill set, and achieving RIBA Chartered status in doing so.
Our team
Today, our core team has helped establish BDG Studio as a leading architectural practice in the West Midlands. Through hard work and a dedicated approach, we’ve built a diverse portfolio of projects spanning the UK.
Ian Harding
Managing Director, Chartered Architect
Our Team
Ian Harding
Managing Director, Chartered Architect
Fountain pen user with a black belt in traditional Jujutsu.
Capable creative, in an industry where the pace of versatility is extreme. Does a bit of photography and draws a few things.
Patrick Rayson
Director, Chartered Architectural Technologist
Our Team
Patrick Rayson
Director, Chartered Architectural Technologist
Partial to the odd real ale tour (or two). Enjoys making a difficult project a reality.
Longest serving member of the BDG team. Bagged a first class honours degree and won a few university awards.
Oliver Cartwright
Associate, Chartered Architect
Our Team
Oliver Cartwright
Associate, Chartered Architect
Fuelled by travel, photography, and a lifelong love of Formula 1.
Enjoys tackling complex design challenges and sharing ideas through mixed media and visualisations.
Rachel Albrighton
Accounts
Our Team
Rachel Albrighton
Accounts
Debits on the left, credits on the right — and adventure everywhere in between.
Managing the finances and looking out for the team whilst balancing a passion for hiking, Ceroc dancing and exploring the World.
Future prepared
The evolution from the well-known BDG to BDG Studio reflects our vision for the future. We’re committed to learning, growing, and expanding our skills so we can deliver even greater architecture for our clients and the wider community. We embrace the latest tools and methods — from Building Information Modelling (BIM) to digital platforms — while keeping a close eye on technology, sustainability, construction, and the economy. And don’t worry, we still pick up our pencils, sketch by hand, and gather around the drawing board to keep creativity alive.
A passion for design
We have a healthy mix of talent, experience, knowledge and passion. We like to have fun doing what we do: designing great buildings and places for people to live, work and play.
Why not get in touch to see how we can help bring your vision to life — or explore opportunities to join our creative and collaborative team?