RBA Story The RBA Group was formed in 1999 as a full service Architecture Firm. While always retaining a broad general practice the firm has a specific strength in both the hospitality and retail market segments working extensively with many well-known brands. Over the past 15 years RBA has strengthened in it's core areas of specialty and expanded its reach into several other markets. Recently RBA has added leaders focused on growing the firm's design pedigree, service offerings and technical expertise. RBA today maintains in-depth knowledge and experience in hospitality, retail, food-service, multi-family housing and industrial buildings. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, the firm has completed projects, or is currently working, in 26 states and is poised to serve our clients effectively wherever their needs reside.