Danielle Gillespie is Project Design Director at Gilbert-Ash, where she leads design coordination on some of the company’s most prominent projects. 

 

Her portfolio includes the transformation of the iconic National Portrait Gallery in London, a landmark cultural project that required careful balance between heritage and contemporary design. 

 

Danielle has also played a key role in delivering the Paradise SE11 project, which is recognised as one of the most sustainable office buildings in the UK, demonstrating her commitment to low-carbon, forward-thinking construction and is currently working on the Refurbishment and transformation of RIBA’s Grade II listed London headquarters. Works to this treasured heritage building include the strip out and replacement of building services, works to the external envelope to improve energy efficiency and prevent further water ingress. 

 

Danielle now leads a senior role at Gilbert-Ash’s Dublin branch, contributing to the company’s expansion into the Irish market. She is currently overseeing two new Premier Inn project in the city centre due to complete in 2027, bringing the same design rigour, collaborative approach and sustainability focus that has defined her work to date.