Company veteran to take over from start of July
BDP has appointed Benedict Zucchi as its chair.
The company veteran of more than 30 years will succeed Chris Harding, who has spent nearly a decade in the role.
Zucchi’s appointment, which will be effective from 1 July, will see him lead the principal group and work closely with the chief executive to support the firm’s strategy.
His past work spans healthcare, education, housing and major masterplanning projects, including buildings such as Alder Hey Children’s Hospital, Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital and the new National Children’s Hospital in Dublin.
“The civic-minded and people-centered purpose at the heart of BDP has resonated with me since the day I joined the practice,” said Zucchi.
“Long before social value and sustainability became part of our everyday language, these ideas shaped how BDP approached design.
“As Chair, I want to build on those origins while supporting the next generation of leaders and strengthening the multidisciplinary culture that makes BDP distinctive.
“The challenges facing cities and communities are increasingly complex and require holistic thinking that breaks down silos. That has always been our drive.”
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