Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Award-Winning Architectural Design Services
Kriterion Conservation Architects has been delivering architectural design and building services since 1972, marking half a century of expertise in Commercial, Sports, Educational, and Conservation architecture. With offices in Belfast and London, our multi-disciplinary practice is renowned for creative, award-winning projects, including flagship commercial buildings, world-class education facilities, and Ireland's premier sports stadia. Our approach prioritises client collaboration, ensuring designs align with individual visions while contributing positively to the built and natural environment. The leadership team, comprising Partners Mark Haslett, Graeme Ogle, Michelle Canning, and Richard Keys, alongside Consultant Paul Millar, brings sector-specific experience and technical excellence to every project.Our services span architectural design, interior design, sustainable design, BIM, and Principal Design under CDM 2015, supported by ISO 14001, ISO 9001, and ISO 45001 accreditations. We specialise in translating visionary concepts into functional spaces, combining innovation with adherence to environmental and safety standards. Our team includes chartered architects, BIM technicians, and Passive House experts, ensuring comprehensive solutions tailored to client needs. With a portfolio encompassing healthcare, retail, and cultural projects, we maintain a commitment to design quality, evidenced by our role as Design Quality Indicator facilitators. Our dedication to staff development and cutting-edge technology ensures consistent delivery of high-performance buildings that exceed client expectations.
Services
Architectural Design
Interior Design
Sustainable Design
BIM Services
Principal Design
Conservation Architecture
Sports Stadia Design
Education Facilities
Cultural Projects
Healthcare Buildings
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We have 50 years of experience in architectural design across multiple sectors
- Our team includes ISO-certified Passive House Design experts
- We hold ISO 14001 accreditation for environmental management
- Our leadership team combines sector-specific experience with technical excellence
- We deliver BREEAM-aligned, carbon-zero building solutions
Associations and certifications
- ISO 14001
- ISO 9001
- ISO 45001
What people say
Award-winning projects
Excellent client collaboration
Sustainable solutions
Technical excellence
Creative designs
Services
Architectural Design
We deliver design-led architectural solutions across commercial, sports, educational, and healthcare sectors. Our approach combines creativity with technical expertise to produce award-winning buildings that meet client requirements. Our services include concept development, planning applications, and construction documentation.
Sustainable Design
Our sustainable design services focus on carbon-zero, BREEAM-aligned buildings that balance environmental stewardship with functionality. We incorporate passive house principles and life-cycle analysis to create energy-efficient structures that reduce environmental impact while maintaining occupant comfort.
BIM Services
We utilise advanced BIM workflows and 3D visualisation to enhance project clarity from concept to construction. Our services improve coordination, cost control, and buildability through detailed digital models that support efficient project delivery and stakeholder collaboration.
Principal Design
As Principal Designers under CDM 2015, we integrate health and safety compliance into design processes. Our services ensure adherence to ISO 45001 standards, managing risks throughout the project lifecycle to protect workers and assets during construction and operation.
Interior Design
Our interior design team creates functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces tailored to client brand identity. Services include spatial planning, material selection, and lighting design, focusing on enhancing user experience while maintaining practicality and long-term value for commercial and public spaces.
People
Mark Haslett
Partner
With extensive experience in architectural design, Mark leads complex projects ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction. He specialises in commercial and educational buildings, combining innovation with practical solutions to deliver award-winning developments across the UK and Ireland.
Graeme Ogle
Partner
Graeme focuses on sports and leisure architecture, having designed multiple premier sports stadia. His expertise in stakeholder consultation and feasibility studies ensures projects meet both functional requirements and community needs while maintaining cutting-edge design standards.
Michelle Canning
Partner
Michelle specialises in sustainable design and conservation architecture. She leads projects that integrate modern functionality with heritage preservation, ensuring environmentally responsible solutions that respect historical context while meeting contemporary usage requirements across diverse sectors.
Richard Keys
Partner
Richard oversees healthcare and community building projects, focusing on user-centric design that enhances functionality and accessibility. His expertise in public sector architecture ensures developments meet strict regulatory standards while delivering practical, future-proof solutions for healthcare providers.
Paul Millar
Consultant
As a senior consultant, Paul provides strategic guidance on large-scale projects. His experience in project management and design quality assessment ensures alignment with client objectives, delivering complex developments that balance innovation with operational efficiency across multiple sectors.
Questions
What sectors does Hamilton Architects specialise in?
We specialise in Commercial, Sports, Educational, Conservation, Healthcare, and Cultural architecture, with expertise in BREEAM-aligned and carbon-zero buildings.
Are you certified for environmental standards?
Yes, we hold ISO 14001 accreditation for environmental management systems and focus on sustainable, high-performance design solutions.
Do you offer BIM services?
Yes, we provide Building Information Modelling (BIM) services using advanced workflows to enhance coordination and buildability across all project stages.
What is your approach to client collaboration?
We use a consultative model that aligns creativity with client goals, ensuring designs reflect individual visions while meeting functional requirements.
Can you handle conservation projects?
Yes, our Conservation architecture expertise includes repurposing historic buildings while maintaining their heritage value through modern interventions.