Sketch.
Sketch. is an award-winning architecture studio based in Dublin, founded by John Nolan in 2014.
Our work is shaped by life, light, and landscape.
Projects begin by listening: to people, to programme, to place, to potential.
We work across residential, civic, and cultural projects, where design evolves through drawing, modelling, making, and conversation - a process of continual testing and refinement.
Our work has been recognised by the RIAI, AAI, IDI, and RHA. What matters more to us is the strength of the relationships we build - with clients, contractors, and makers - and the architecture that grows from them.
Our approach is collaborative and hands-on, from first sketch to final build.ut.
Awards & Recognition
2023 – Royal Hibernian Academy Annual Exhibition
2022 – IDI ReJOYce Exhibition – 50 Years of Irish Design
2022 – IDI Award – Best Shop Design
2022 – RIAI Awards – Invited Exhibitor
2020 – AAI Award – Winner
2020 – RHA Annual Exhibition – Invited Exhibitor
2019 – RIAI Award – Best House
2019 – Architect of the Year – Nominee
2015 – IDI Award – Best Packaging Design
Team
We work collaboratively, sharing ideas through drawing, modelling, conversation and critique. Each team member brings a distinct perspective in design, research, detailing or communication, contributing to a shared process that values precision, curiosity and care.