Business Details
Expert Residential Architects in London
Nadia Oulevay is a dedicated residential architecture practice with over 13 years of experience creating beautiful, functional spaces. Our expertise spans London, France, and international projects, focusing on bespoke design solutions tailored to client needs. We specialise in extensions, refurbishments, and new builds, combining practical experience with creative vision. Our services include full architectural management, planning applications, and interior design, guided by professional standards from RIBA and ARB. We prioritise client collaboration, offering free initial consultations to align our approach with individual aspirations.With a portfolio showcasing diverse residential projects, we aim to enhance existing structures while maximising daylight, views, and usability. Our team provides transparent fee structures and flexible service levels, ensuring projects meet both budgetary and design goals. Professional indemnity insurance and formal client agreements guarantee accountability throughout every project phase. From feasibility studies to handover, we maintain design integrity while addressing day-to-day construction challenges. Our commitment extends beyond completion, incorporating client feedback to refine future projects.
Services
Full Architectural Service
Interior Design
Feasibility Studies
Planning Applications
Measured Surveys
Project Management
3D Design Renderings
Furniture Design
Building Regulations Submission
Home Design Consultation
Highlights and features
- We offer over 13 years of residential architecture experience across London and France
- Our bespoke services adapt to client needs with flexible fee structures
- We provide free 1-hour initial consultations to clarify project requirements
- Our international portfolio includes diverse residential projects from concept to completion
- We maintain RIBA/ARB professional standards with formal client agreements and insurance
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
- Architects Registration Board (ARB)
Services
Full Architectural Service
We provide end-to-end architectural solutions following RIBA Plan of Work stages. From initial brief development through technical design to construction oversight, our service includes feasibility studies, planning applications, and building regulations submissions. Our team coordinates structural engineers and contractors to deliver projects that balance creative vision with practical execution.
Home Design Consultation
Our 4-hour home visit explores client aspirations and property potential. We conduct site assessments, develop architectural briefs, and create sketch designs to establish project feasibility. This service provides clear direction for subsequent stages, including budget estimates and planning strategies tailored to individual requirements.
Interior Design
We specialise in creating functional, aesthetically pleasing interior spaces. Our service covers material selection, furniture specification, and spatial reconfiguration while maintaining architectural integrity. Photomontages help visualise material choices, ensuring alignment with client preferences and building systems like underfloor heating.
Planning Applications
We manage the complete planning application process including liaison with local authorities. Our expertise covers preparing detailed proposals, addressing regulatory requirements, and resolving design queries. We ensure compliance with local planning policies while advocating for client interests throughout the approval process.
Project Management
We administer building contracts and conduct regular site inspections to maintain design integrity. Our service includes coordinating contractors, resolving on-site issues, and ensuring adherence to specifications. We provide progress monitoring and client communication throughout the construction phase to guarantee successful project delivery.
People
Nadia Oulevay
Principal Architect
With over 13 years of residential architecture experience, Nadia leads design projects across London and France. She specialises in transforming residential spaces through extensions, refurbishments, and new builds while maintaining strong client relationships throughout the design and construction process.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in residential architecture including extensions, refurbishments, new builds, and interior design across London, France, and internationally.
Do you offer initial consultations?
Yes, we provide a free 1-hour initial consultation to discuss your project requirements and establish design possibilities.
Can you work on international projects?
Yes, while based in London, we have experience delivering projects in France and can manage international commissions.
How do you handle planning applications?
We manage the complete planning process including preparing proposals, liaising with local authorities, and addressing regulatory requirements.
What professional standards do you follow?
We are registered with RIBA and ARB, maintaining professional indemnity insurance and formal client agreements as required by their codes of conduct.
