Architecture + Interiors
Celebrating 25 Years of RDA Architects: Richard's interview with the NLA
Richard Dudzicki, recently sat down with New London Architecture to discuss 25 years of RDA Architects, innovative home design, and the journey of creating sustainable, adaptable spaces.
Richard caught up with David Taylor, the editor of the New London Quarterly and New London Weekly covering the following topics:
Celebrating 25 Years of RDA Architects
At RDA Architects, we’ve always pushed the boundaries of home design, sustainability, and innovation. As we mark 25 years in business, Richard Dudzicki, our founder and a leading Passivhaus specialist, sat down with David Taylor to reflect on our journey, the future of home design, and some unexpected work environments.
A Journey Through 25 Years of Architecture
Since founding RDA, Richard has been dedicated to creating energy-efficient, forward-thinking homes. As one of the UK’s early adopters of Passivhaus design, RDA has championed sustainability long before it became an industry buzzword. Over the years, our team has tackled everything from ultra-modern city homes to cutting-edge eco-living spaces, constantly reimagining how people live and interact with their environment.
Passivhaus: The Future of Home Design
During the interview, Richard emphasized the importance of Passivhaus principles—airtight construction, high-quality insulation, and energy efficiency. With increasing energy costs and a growing awareness of our environmental impact, designing homes that work with nature rather than against it is more crucial than ever.
Cycling, Creativity, and… Working in an Oven?
Beyond architecture, Richard is an avid cyclist, often finding inspiration while on two wheels. He believes that cycling allows for a fresh perspective—something that has undoubtedly influenced his creative approach over the years.
And as for working inside an oven? Richard recalled a design that involved transforming a former Victorian bakery into a stunning RDA office space. The experience of standing in an old brick oven, envisioning how it could become a comfortable office space, perfectly encapsulates RDA’s philosophy: seeing potential where others see limitations.
Looking Ahead
As RDA Architects moves into its next chapter, our focus remains the same—creating homes that are not just beautiful but also sustainable, efficient, and built for the future. With ongoing projects that continue to push the limits of design and construction, we’re excited for what’s to come.
Head to the NLA website to read the full interview with Richard Dudzicki here.
Communications Officer On site, 16 Forest Hill Road, SE22 0RR Part-time/24 hours a week. Start date – From 3rd January/asap. About us We are on of the UK’s leading Passivhaus architecture studios, based in South East London. Founded in 1994 by Richard Dudzicki, we specialise in sustainable practices and buildings that contribute to the health of our clients as well as the planet. We are a small to midsize firm made up of talented certified Passivhaus designers and qualified architects designing and building award-winning residential and commercial buildings across the UK. Job Summary As a Communications Officer, you will be the voice of RDA Architects, managing external and internal communications to promote our brand. This role is a vital part of RDA’s operation, and contains and lot of variety and scope for creative input. The responsibilities of this role include content creation, marketing, website management, asset design, copywriting and award application writing, and would suit a creatively minded, design-driven person who has a strong eye and is a confident writer ideally with website management experience. You don’t need to have worked in architecture before, but a passion for architecture, design and sustainability are very welcome. Responsibilities · Strategising, creating, and executing a digital marketing plan · Creating content for social media and website (stills and video) · Managing and running our Social Media accounts (Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter) · Asset design, branding and graphic design. · Managing our online profiles (RIBA, NLA) · Creating and sending our quarterly newsletter. · Collaborate with the team to highlight key projects and initiatives. · Monitor analytics to measure the success of campaigns and adjust strategies accordingly. · Maintain and strengthen RDA’s brand identity across all channels. · Managing our website and uploading new web content (Hosted on Duda) · Writing and submitting awards applications and managing the annual awards calendar. · Liaising with our external PR/making PR connections to maximise our projects presence in the press. Qualifications & Experience Required: 2+ years of experience in a marketing/communications role, preferably in design or a creative, related field. 2+ years of experience in Social Media and content creation. Confident in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign etc) Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Experience in CMS and website management. Experience in copy writing, producing blogs and web content driven by SEO. Experience with graphic design or photography/visual storytelling. Degree or equivalent qualification Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Preferred: Experience in PR, or established network of press connections. Experience with website design, with Duda specifically. Video editing skills (Capcut, Premiere Pro) Understanding of architectural terminology and industry trends. Experience with SEO. Experience with Google Business Suite/paid advertising. Benefits · Competitive salary based on experience · 28 days annual holiday (pro rata) · Early finish on Fridays · Employee Assistance Programme · Regular team drinks on Fridays How to Apply Please send a CV and cover letter (no longer than one side of A4) to jobs@rdauk.com . We will be in touch with any successful applicants to take the process to interview stage.
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