Hello, we are the Rural Design Centre.
The Rural Design Centre is a not-for-profit organisation that acts as a bridge for positive change in rural and coastal communities and businesses across the North East of England and the UK.
We bring together people, place and problem, working side by side with communities, researchers, policy makers and enterprises to co-create practical solutions that make a real difference.
Through hands-on support, we open up opportunities, connect ideas and help projects grow, turning small actions into long-term impact.
How we work
Curious, collaborative
Open to new ideas and working with others to explore possibilities.
Collaboration is at the core of what we believe, drawing from stakeholders to co-create solutions that answer real needs.
Grounded, evidence-led
Rooted in real projects, clear facts and research, and proven impact.
Our goals are about elevating potentials. By crafting solutions that are intuitive and efficient.
People-centred
Connected to place, inspired by people, and focused on the needs of communities.
We prioritise the human experience, ensuring our projects resonate with the aspirations of the people they serve.
Our partners
Our funders
Get in touch with us
Drop us a line to share your ideas and come together to create something extraordinary. Let's embrace innovation in rural design.