Business Details
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in Belfast
Established as one of Northern Ireland's longest-standing architectural firms, RPP Architects has cultivated a reputation for delivering innovative and sustainable design solutions over four decades. Our multidisciplinary team combines creativity with technical expertise to transform client aspirations into iconic buildings and spaces across residential, commercial, healthcare, education, and transport sectors. With a collaborative culture led by three experienced directors, we prioritise quality assurance (ISO 9001) and environmental standards (ISO 14001) while maintaining strong client relationships through active listening and pragmatic execution.Our services span architectural consultancy, BIM coordination, interior design, project management, and certified Passive House design, supported by cutting-edge CGI/VR visualisation tools. Recognised through industry awards such as the RICS NI Heritage Winner, we operate from strategically located Belfast and Derry offices, serving clients throughout Northern Ireland and beyond with a commitment to improving lives through thoughtful design.
Services
Architectural Consultancy
BIM Coordination
Interior Design
Project Management
Passive House Design
CGI Visualisation
Heritage Restoration
Sustainable Design
Highlights and features
- We have 40 years' experience delivering architectural projects across Northern Ireland
- Our team includes Certified Passive House Designers for energy-efficient solutions
- We implement OpenBIM principles for seamless multidisciplinary coordination
- Award-winning heritage projects demonstrate our design excellence
- We maintain ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications for quality and environmental standards
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001:2015
- ISO 14001:2015
What people say
Award-winning heritage projects
40 years' local expertise
Sustainable design focus
BIM coordination excellence
Passive House specialists
Services
Architectural Consultancy
RPP's architectural consultancy combines creativity and pragmatism to deliver bespoke buildings from concept to completion. Our approach translates client aspirations into functional, sustainable spaces across residential, commercial, and public sectors. With expertise in planning navigation and material selection, we ensure projects meet both aesthetic and practical requirements while maintaining energy efficiency.
BIM Coordination
Our BIM services utilise Archicad, Revit, and OpenBIM standards to enhance project coordination. With 8+ years' experience in ISO 19650-compliant workflows, we provide clash detection, model validation, and information management. This digital approach improves collaboration between disciplines and ensures accurate asset data management throughout a building's lifecycle.
Passive House Design
Certified Passive House designers integrate architecture, building science, and energy modelling to create ultra-low energy buildings. Our specialists challenge conventional design approaches to deliver environmentally responsible solutions that reduce operational costs while maintaining occupant comfort through advanced thermal performance and ventilation strategies.
Interior Design
The dedicated interior design team focuses on material selection, lighting design, and spatial ergonomics to create functional yet aesthetically pleasing environments. With attention to colour theory and craftsmanship, we deliver tailored interior solutions that align with architectural context while meeting budget and timeline constraints for both commercial and residential projects.
CGI Visualisation
Our graphic design team produces high-end computer visualisations and interactive 3D walkthroughs that allow clients to experience spaces before construction. This technology enables early identification of design issues and facilitates informed decision-making through realistic representations of lighting, materials, and spatial relationships in residential and commercial developments.
People
Simon Robinson
Company Director
With extensive architectural experience, Simon leads strategic direction at RPP Architects. His expertise spans diverse building sectors, focusing on client relationship management and design excellence while maintaining the firm's commitment to quality and environmental standards.
Harry McConnell
Company Director
Harry brings decades of architectural practice to RPP's leadership team. Specialising in complex project delivery, he oversees technical standards and ensures the firm's design solutions meet both functional requirements and sustainability objectives across all project sectors.
Peter McGirr
Company Director
As a founding director, Peter focuses on practice management and operational excellence. He maintains RPP's ISO certification standards and drives the firm's commitment to continuous improvement in architectural services and environmental performance.
Aislinn Quinn
Certified Passive House Designer
Aislinn specialises in energy-efficient building design, applying Passive House principles to reduce environmental impact. She completed rigorous 9-day certification training, bringing advanced expertise in thermal modelling and sustainable construction detailing to RPP's projects.
Andrew Hair
Certified Passive House Designer
Andrew contributes specialist knowledge in low-energy architecture, integrating building physics and services design. His certification enhances RPP's capability to deliver environmentally responsible solutions that balance occupant comfort with operational efficiency.
Questions
What architectural services does RPP offer?
We provide architectural consultancy, BIM coordination, interior design, Passive House design, and CGI visualisation services across residential, commercial, and public sectors.
Do you specialise in sustainable design?
Yes, we hold ISO 14001 certification and employ Certified Passive House Designers to deliver energy-efficient buildings that reduce environmental impact.
Can you assist with heritage projects?
Our award-winning team has extensive experience in heritage restoration, as demonstrated by our RICS NI Heritage Award-winning projects in Belfast.
What technology do you use?
We utilise BIM software including Archicad and Revit, supported by Solibri for clash detection and VR tools for client visualisation experiences.
Where are you based?
We operate from Belfast and Derry offices, serving clients throughout Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland, and select UK locations.
