The firm was founded in 2005 as Gray Design by directors Colin Dalton and Barry Gray. In 2024, Colin Dalton assumed the role of Managing Director and rebranded the practice as CD Architects in 2025. We are a diverse, full-service architectural firm with offices located in Newry and Dublin. Our portfolio includes projects ranging from small residential extensions to large-scale commercial developments, all centered around delivering value.

With every project, we aim to enhance the lives of our clients, contribute positively to our local communities, and protect the environment. Our approach to better living applies equally to residential and commercial projects, and we treat each with the same dedication. Above all, we focus on adding value through our designs, recognizing that this can mean different things to different clients. Our primary goal is to enrich the lives of those we serve.

Our clientele includes major global brands such as McDonald’s, Starbucks, and KFC, alongside a variety of local developers, businesses, and private clients. We pride ourselves on being approachable perfectionists, committed to meticulous attention to detail.

We value our relationships with clients highly and strive to remain accessible and responsive. Our reputation for transparency regarding our fee structure and our track record of overcoming challenges to create additional value set us apart. Over the past decade, our practice has experienced rapid growth, allowing us to selectively recruit passionate professionals. This has led to the establishment of a unique consultancy with expertise across all major sectors, including Commercial, Conservation, Retail, Housing, Transport, and Leisure.