Michael Magill, Global Design Lead and Managing Director, RSP Dubai

Magill oversees design strategy across an international network of studios while leading the firm’s operations in the Middle East. He was drawn to architecture through a fascination with how places influence the way people live. Magill has built his career on the belief that the most successful projects emerge from a deep understanding of people, culture, and place. This philosophy continues to shape both his work and his leadership at RSP. Under his leadership, RSP’s Dubai studio combines the capabilities of an international practice with the agility of focused design teams, enabling close client collaboration and a nuanced understanding of the people, culture, and place that shape each project.

With a career spanning Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, Magill is known for his ability to translate vision into impactful architecture, he has led the delivery of award-winning hospitality, residential, mixed-use, and master planning projects that balance design excellence with commercial success.

Under Magill’s leadership, RSP Dubai has evolved into a leading design hub, delivering projects that range from luxury hospitality destinations and branded residences to large-scale urban regeneration and master planning developments. Recent projects by the studio include the enhanced design of Keturah Resort on Dubai Creek, The Wilds master community by Aldar, and the interior design of Aldar’s wellness-focused Rise by Athlon community.