Built on Experience: 25 Years of Mike Rich at HPA
On Friday, 8th May 2026, HPA Architects proudly celebrates a significant milestone: 25 years of CIAT Technologist Mike Rich working with the practice.
Reaching a quarter century at one practice is a rare achievement, and Mike’s long association with HPA speaks volumes about the value of consistency, shared values and trusted collaboration. Over the last 25 years, Mike has been a constant and dependable presence, contributing to the steady development of the practice and supporting countless projects along the way.
Mike joined HPA during an earlier chapter of the practice’s story and has since witnessed, and helped shape, its evolution. Through changes in technology, regulations and working practices, his experience and continuity have provided a strong thread of knowledge that benefits colleagues and clients alike.
Those who have worked alongside Mike know him as someone who brings reliability, insight and a quietly confident approach to his work. His long-standing understanding of the practice and its projects has made him an invaluable point of reference over the years, particularly on complex or long-running schemes where continuity really matters.
At HPA, we place great importance on long-term relationships with our clients, our collaborators and our team. Mike’s 25-year milestone is a powerful reminder of the role that loyalty, shared purpose and mutual respect play in building a resilient and sustainable practice. This is reflected not only in the people we work with, but also in the projects we remain connected to over time. Our client The Borough in Dalton Square, is also celebrating its 20-year milestone this year, and it is a scheme that Mike worked on all those years ago. It is a fitting reminder of how enduring relationships and well-considered projects continue to form part of the practice’s story.
We would like to thank Mike for his continued commitment to HPA Architects and acknowledge the contribution he has made over more than two decades. We look forward to continuing to work together in the years ahead.
Congratulations, Mike, and thank you for 25 years with HPA Architects.
