Kevin Doonan Architect was commissioned as the cathedral architect in February 2001. This building is considered to be AW Pugin’s finest work in the north east of England. Kevin Doonan was the job architect and undertook all the design, working drawings and contract administration. Works undertaken at the cathedral include: refurbishing and improving the fabric of the building which is an important part of the region’s architectural heritage. providing improved facilities and services for the Cathedral community and for the wider public creating a cultural and heritage resource for all, integral to the City Council’s Grainger Town regeneration programme redecorating the church in a style in keeping with Pugin’s design principles along with a discreet lighting system.