Design & Construction

Expert Commercial Architects in
Melbourne for 30+ Years

We’ve been Melbourne’s most trusted architectural company for commercial spaces.

With decades of experience and expertise in premium architecture and design, RBi
Architects has been the chosen name for smart and sustainable commercial buildings.
Based in Cremorne, Melbourne, our team focuses on maximising performance, value,
and long-term return.

Developers, investors, tenants, and local businesses choose us for our stronghold in
commercial, industrial, retail, and mixed-use developments. With a keen eye for
sustainability, we design buildings that work for people, performance, and the planet.

How We Help Developers and Owners

Improve natural light, ventilation, & workplace wellness

Enhance brand presence and street appeal

Smarter designing and planning strategies

Increase rental returns through the optimisation

Bring down operational and energy costs

Upgrade assets for both sustainability and compliance

Design & Construction

Commercial Development Planning

We provide guidance every step of the way – from concept to construction. Our team takes the time to understand your commercial goals, along with Melbourne’s planning requirements, to ensure the results align with the same.

Here’s what our expertise includes –

  • Feasibility studies
  • Yield assessments
  • Concept & design development
  • Town planning applications
  • Construction documentation & detailing
  • Contract administration &superintendent services

Our design process blends compliance and creativity, delivering buildings that obtain approvals, attract quality tenants, and control costs.

Restricted Retail Development

Whether it’s a homemaker centre or a bulky goods store, experts at RBi Architects understand the design, zoning, and operational needs that play a crucial role in driving restricted retail success.

Here’s what we assist with –

  • Site planning & traffic management
  • DDA compliance & wayfinding
  • Large-format tenancy coordination
  • Signage & branding integration
  • VicSmart / Clause 53.10 planning pathways 


Designs by RBi Architects balance retail visibility, access, and buildability, helping you attract the right tenants and meet desired council expectations.

Factory & Warehouse Developments

From Dandenong South to Truganina, our team has delivered several logistics and industrial projects across the most flourishing growth corridors of Melbourne.

Here’s what we offer under the industrial design services category –

  • Factory & warehouse layouts for maximum throughput
  • Cross-dock & truck manoeuvring design
  • Cold-store & logistics facility planning
  • ESD integration (PV systems, daylighting, EV infrastructure)
  • Dangerous goods & food-grade compliance

With strong expertise in ESD, buildability, and regulatory compliance, we deliver long-term efficiency. With years of practical knowledge, we ensure faster approvals.

Shopping Centres & Retail Precincts

From Dandenong South to Truganina, our team has delivered several logistics and industrial projects across the most flourishing growth corridors of Melbourne. 


Here’s what we offer under the industrial design services category –

  • Factory & warehouse layouts for maximum throughput
  • Cross-dock & truck manoeuvring design
  • Cold-store & logistics facility planning
  • ESD integration (PV systems, daylighting, EV infrastructure)
  • Dangerous goods & food-grade compliance 


With strong expertise in ESD, buildability, and regulatory compliance, we deliver long-term efficiency. With years of practical knowledge, we ensure faster approvals.

Industrial Developments

We’ve been strong believers in designing industrial developments that have a balance of form, function, and future growth potential.

Here’s what our experience covers –

  • Business parks & multi-unit industrial complexes
  • Sustainable building designs & compliance
  • Flexible warehouse modules for tenant diversity
  • Cost planning & construction documentation
  • Landscaping, parking, and storm water management

We aim for a development that stands out – the one that’s equally efficient, compliant, and future-ready.

Sporting Precincts & Community Facilities

Our experts at RBi Architects bring in their design thinking and innovation to sports and recreation architecture. We’ve been creating spaces that encourage participation and longevity.

Here’s what our expertise includes –

  • Pavilions, grandstands, and sports halls
  • Change rooms and amenities
  • Accessibility & safety design (CPTED principles)
  • Energy-efficient lighting & ventilation solutions
  • Crowd flow & event access planning

We ensure that each design by the team promotes community connection, well-being, and overall sustainability.

Commercial Upgrades & Refurbishments

The business world today is fiercely competitive. To survive and win, asset owners often approach us with plans to modernise their older buildings. 


Here’s what our upgrade services include –

  • Facade redesigns
  • Cladding replacements
  • Interior fit-outs
  • Space reconfiguration
  • Building code & fire compliance upgrades
  • NABERS and Green Star performance improvements
  • Adaptive reuse and mixed-use conversions 


At RBi Architects, we help you make old assets look and work like new. The result is a manifold increase in value and rental yield. Market appeal? Incredible!

Why RBi Architects Is a Trusted Name for Commercial
Developers Across Melbourne for 30+ Years

Vast experience in designing commercial and industrial projects

Personal attention from the Principal Architect

Proven results with maximum property performance and returns

A successful record of delivering practical, sustainable, and compliant solutions

End-to-end support – right from design to delivery

Planning to start your project soon?
You can speak directly with our principal architect, Robert Blair.