Tony Reddy

Tony Reddy is an architect and urbanist and Chairman of the international design practice Reddy Architecture + Urbanism. He is a former President of the RIAI and past Chair of the Academy of Urbanism, positions that underscore his deep influence in Ireland's built environment and property sectors. With over four decades of experience, he has led a wide range of projects across Ireland, the UK, and Europe, including the Heuston South Quarter, Custom House Square, and Kilkenny Creative Quarter.

His work has a particular emphasis on sustainable design, urban regeneration, and the creation of vibrant, people-centred places. The practice has earned numerous awards for architecture, urban design, and placemaking. He is also a founding member of the Urban Forum.

Reddy holds a Diploma in Arbitration Law from University College Dublin (1971-1975). His professional skill set includes Feasibility Studies, Mixed-use and Residential Design, Architectural Design, and Sustainable Design.

Career history

• Chairman, Reddy Architecture + Urbanism (2009–present)
• Chair, Academy of Urbanism (2020–2022)
• Chair, Property Industry Ireland (2026–present)
• Director, Property Industry Ireland (2011–present)
• President, Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland / RIAI (2004–2005)
• Director, National Building Agency Ltd (1991–1996)
• Founder Member, Academy of Urbanism (1999–present)

What Reddy could bring to Chair of Property Industry Ireland: Reddy's appointment leverages his four decades of architectural and urban design expertise alongside his deep institutional knowledge of Ireland's property ecosystem—gained through his RIAI presidency, Academy of Urbanism leadership, and directorship of PII itself. His demonstrated focus on sustainable design, urban regeneration, and evidence-based advocacy for housing policy positions him to champion industry solutions to Ireland's housing and development challenges at a critical time for the sector.