R I C H A R D S L A T E R
Architecture & Design
R I C H A R D S L A T E R
Architecture & Design
A conceptual design for the conversion of a steel container to a food truck, with capacity for seating on the roof. Visualised at Aberdeen beachfront.
Privacy, space, views, sunlight, daylight, overheating, heating, ventilation, tactile materials, indoor/outdoor, costs. All considered on this proposal for an extension to a ‘90s house in an Aberdeen suburb.
An existing first floor workshop in a Victorian tenement building in the city centre of Aberdeen. The conversion seeks to create 3 unique modern apartments with traditional proportions.
The Victorians had the engineering ability to bury an aqueduct bringing water from Banchory to Aberdeen, via Peterculter. A century or so later it’s still in use and dictating development layouts.
Bringing a slice of ‘50s nostalgia to an entertainment venue in Aberdeen, this diner overlooks the Fastlane Karting, and gives access to their new mezzanine, so you can now dine in style & watch your friends race.
Looking south over the Don valley to the skyline of Aberdeen, this extension delights in capturing the view, and basking in sunlight. Contrasting old with new, sitting confidently against a traditional cottage.
A modern stylish twist on a traditional tenement flat. Little details make this flat refurbishment unique and practical.
A city centre car showroom, built in the 1930s, now gives the opportunity to create a unique social space with high ceilings & exposed concrete structure.
Located in picturesque Sandend, near Cullen, this relatively small increase in the floor area will make a huge difference to the enjoyment of the home.
A simple extension to a modern home. The extension replaces a pvc conservatory, tying together a new 'snug' space, relocated dining and kitchen area.
A simple change of use of a wine retailer to a wine retailer with a small bar and tasting spaces. The simple signage aims to tie in with the refined decoration of the art-deco building.
A bespoke new kiosk design for a start up retailer serving up the best cinnamon rolls in the city. Designed in conjunction with client and contractor, installed overnight in the busy Union Square, Aberdeen; commissioned and serving up rolls the following day.
Conversion and extension of an existing out-building adjacent to the historic Ardoe Estate. The design seeks to tie in a modern external space, with a traditional and substantial, granite out-building.
A traditional shopfront to replace a '60s aluminium front. The work was supported by grant funding through the Union Street Conservation Area Regeneration Scheme.
Rethinking an existing office space in the heart of Aberdeen. Focused on layout, but starting to give thought to natural light, artificial light and materials.
I am a Chartered Architect, having qualified and originally registered in 2008, and registered with the RIAS & RIBA.
I established RS-AD in order to provide clients with a bespoke, individually tailored service that allowed the time required to deal with each unique project.
Through extensive experience from 2004 to present, I have developed as an architect, allowing insight and input at all stages of the RIBA Plan of Work. My design skills have developed from the urban design layout and housing association work early in my career, to unique and bespoke residential, commercial & leisure design.
Most recently prior to starting RS-AD, I had the role of Design & Delivery Lead with a busy Aberdeen architectural practice. During this time I led my team to deliver a variety of projects across the residential, leisure & commercial sectors.
I am also involved in the profession outwith my day to day work. Since setting up my own practice I have also found the time to provide ad-hoc tutoring at The Scott Sutherland School of Architecture in Aberdeen. I was the President of The Aberdeen Society of Architects (ASA) from 2019-2021, and was re-elected to the post from 2023-2024. The ASA is one of 6 local chapters of the Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS). As part of my role with the RIAS & ASA I sit on the local Build It & Build Your Future committees, and sit nationally on RIAS Council.
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