JDDK Architects are a close-knit team of creative people who work alongside our clients to bring them best value from our services, working throughout the UK from our base in Newcastle upon Tyne. We have a significant heritage of delivering highly successful, high quality development projects across a variety of sectors, with wide ranging aspirations and wide ranging budgets. We bring that experience and expertise to every one of our clients. We hope you enjoy finding out more about us.
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Millmount
Ponteland Road
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE5 3AL, GB
Yes really important work Adam Vaughan - read about it here.
Architect, Director at JDDK Architects, Certified Passivhaus Designer, Trustmark accredited Retrofit Coordinator, Co-chair of RIBA NorthEast Sustainability Forum
We've started to populate a new section of our website covering our #Retrofit and #NetZero projects. They're not always glamourous, but it's important work, and we're delighted to share them. https://lnkd.in/e_CZ-u_p
We are really looking forward to this event at the Great North Museum - should be a lot of fun!
Architect, Director at JDDK Architects, Certified Passivhaus Designer, Trustmark accredited Retrofit Coordinator, Co-chair of RIBA NorthEast Sustainability Forum
We're excited to be taking part in next week's Great North Night's event at the Great North Museum (Hancock). We've put together an exploration of the "hidden architecture" in some of our recent projects, and aim to bring along our VR headset so visitors can explore inside one of our buildings! I'll be there with Gavin Wu and Callum Harker. https://lnkd.in/eZ_Sve3D
We had the fantastic news yesterday that our project at Albert Place in Washington has been awarded Regional Highly Commended in this year's LABC Awards. Many congratulations to all involved. Sunderland City Council Brims Construction Limited LABC Established as Biddick School in 1893, Albert School has undergone a remarkable evolution into a supported living facility. Its primary aim is to facilitate a smooth transition for vulnerable individuals progressing from minimal assistance to self-sufficient living. The charming Victorian school building has been repurposed to encompass 15 individual apartments, all connected to a shared courtyard space. Designed with a focus on accommodating medium to long-term residency, the layout encourages residents to feel a deep sense of ownership within their living environment. This project stands as a beacon of sustainable redevelopment, demonstrating the potential to transform a long-abandoned historical building into a vibrant community asset. It skilfully preserves the architectural heritage of the Victorian era while addressing urgent contemporary social needs by providing secure, long-term housing for vulnerable adults. The design is not just practical but thoughtful, incorporating stylish, modern amenities that significantly enhance the quality of life for its residents, in addition to: upgrading the thermal performance of the building, enhancing accessibility and integrating a complex fire strategy into the restraints of the Victorian schoolhouse. The beautiful, communal courtyard, filled with lush vegetation and wildlife, offers a serene space for relaxation and community interaction, fostering a sense of belonging and well-being among the residents.
Thank you Otis Murdoch for posting this great photo of part of our garden at Millmount - we are luck to work somewhere with views of nature from every window!
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We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has supported THE BUILD so far, whether you have shared our story or made a donation. Thanks to your generosity, so far we've raised an incredible £463,245. Every contribution, big or small, will make a huge and life-changing impact on our families, by enabling us to complete THE BUILD. But our journey doesn't end here. We have a long way to go to reach our £2 million target, and we need your help to get there. Please continue to share our story and, if you can, make a donation. For the past 37 years, Martin House has been a pillar of support for thousands of families across Yorkshire. With THE BUILD, we aim to transform the hospice to meet the evolving and complex care needs of the children we serve, ensuring families can continue to access our services free of charge in a facility that matches the high level of care we provide. A special thank you to the families who have shared their stories with us. They, like all families at Martin House, are truly inspirational. THE BUILD is about creating a lasting legacy for children and their families for the next 40 years and beyond. To BACK THE BUILD and donate today, please click https://lnkd.in/e85VN_xj #BackTheBuild #CharityAppeal #MartinHouseHospice With thanks to HARIBO UK our headline sponsor.
We are delighted to have chosen Children North East as our charity of the year. Supporting the community in which we are based is really important to us and so we are pleased to be able to provide practical assistance as well as financial support for the fantastic work being done for local babies, children, young people and their families in Cowgate.
Exciting news to start the week... 💫 We're thrilled to announce that JDDK Architects, have selected Children North East as their Charity of the Year!🌟 This afternoon, they kicked off their support by dropping off an amazing donation for families including food and toiletries. They're going to be supporting babies, children, young people and their families at our Cowgate Family Hub with fundraising activities and much more. Thank you!💙🌈
We are delighted to see this scheme completed, and look forward to seeing how the low carbon technologies and smart home features assist future residents. What a great team to work with. South Tyneside Homes ARMSTRONG RHEAD LIMITED Fairhurst Storm Tempest
Our Asset Management Team and New build and Major Works Team have now officially complete our latest energy efficient housing development project on Hindmarch Drive, Boldon. All ten properties consisting of three bungalows, three terraced homes and four apartments are all fitted with the latest low carbon technologies such air source heat pumps, solar panels, battery storage and all benefit from electric vehicle charging points. We are really proud to showcase our video to demonstrate South Tyneside Councils commitment to achieving Net Zero.
We're delighted to announce that we have began construction on 22 brand new bungalows in Deerbush, Newcastle. Following securing planning permission in 2023, works are now well underway to construct an array of affordable one and two bedroom bungalows. We're excited to bring a new lease of life into the area and support the much-needed increase in affordable housing in the region. Read our latest edition of Millmount news to find out more about our latest projects: https://lnkd.in/dkwGvNGG
How can design enhance children's development? Early years schemes present a unique and fun opportunity to get in the mind of a child, playing and experimenting with spaces to design practical and inspirational settings where children can grow. Drawing on their 20 years of experience, Nicky Watson and Stuart Franklin explore how spaces can be effectively designed to aid children's development, now and into the future. To hear more from Nicky and Stuart, read our latest edition of Millmount News: https://lnkd.in/dkwGvNGG
We've had a busy few months here at JDDK. From judging the RIBA North East Awards, to mentoring architecture students at Newcastle University and Northumbria University, our team has been working hard to support our local architectural community and next generation of talent. Hear more from the team in our latest edition of Millmount: https://lnkd.in/dkwGvNGG