At RKD, we deliver design-led, technically robust architecture that works. Our approach is collaborative and gets to the heart of every brief. We meticulously look at things from every angle to understand, in great detail, what each client and project needs to achieve. We pose constructive challenges at every step of the process, from inception to completion, always mindful that these are our clients' projects, not ours. RKD has been practicing for over 110 years. In that time, we've established ourselves as one of the most diverse and effective architecture firms in Europe. Design connects and unifies our multi-sector approach spanning Life Sciences, Data Centres +Technology, Manufacturing + Logistics, Commercial, Education + Healthcare, Workplace +Interiors, and Sustainability + Research, supported by our specialist services offers.

Why work with us

RKD is an international design consultant for high-tech projects. We provide engineer-friendly, high-tech design that works. Our expert multidisciplinary team develops high-tech, sustainable, knowledge-based facilities from business case to post-completion. We add value by offering integrated consultancy services:

• Process Integration

• Mission Critical Design

• Strategic Real Estate Consultancy including Site Selection and Due Diligence

• Integrated Architectural and Engineering (A/E) Design Services

• Business Case and URS Development

Our service integration capability means we excel at the design, management, and delivery of complex large-scale projects.

Certified to ISO 9001, our robust procedures are capable of efficiently handling large volumes of technical information, focused on protecting your people and your processes. We manage your project details so you can stay focused on your strategic vision.

By incorporating permitting, localisation, and site selection & due diligence, we offer comprehensive end-to-end solutions that give you complete confidence in the successful delivery of your high-tech project.

We share our deep knowledge of sustainable design with our clients. Sustainability is core to our purpose and has been fully integrated with our services including green building certification, net zero carbon/carbon neutrality, whole building life cycle analysis, materials passporting & supply chain analysis, circular economy, sustainable masterplanning, health & wellbeing, and key performance indicators in design, construction, and operation.

We focus BIM on large-scale and technology-driven projects to maximise its usefulness for multi-disciplinary collaboration. Our BIM capability as Tier 1 Lead Designer is certified by the BSI.

Approximately 75% of our work comes from repeat business so we are purpose-driven to ensure client satisfaction.

Standards and Certificates

Member of Institute of Belgian Architects

Albo degli Architetti Italia

Kanton Luzern Switzerland

RIAI Practice Member

RIBA Practice Member

ISO 9001:2015

USGBC Gold Membership (LEED)

International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering (ISPE)

BIM: BSI Certified Tier 1 Lead Designer including the provision of Architectural, Design, and Project Management services complying with BIM Level 2