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Bubble architects  chartered practice are North London Architects specialising in residential architecture from design to managing and completion on site. Whether it is a family home renovation or a commercial housing scheme, our practice is defined by a genuine commitment to create homes that resonate with the ambitions of each individual client and their unique living spaces.

Home is more than just a structure; it is a reflection of personal aspirations!

We work predominantly in North and also South London. We have extensive knowledge in other commercial sectors including office spaces and gyms.

We work closely with local planning authorities to maximise the development potential for each property including conservation areas and listed buildings.

Our passionate team can advise you on new build, retrofit, extensions, interior design, planning permission, budget, construction management. Call us for a 30min free initial consultation!

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  • Bubble Architects designed an extension for our apartment and re-mapped the original layout of the ground floor. They really understood our needs as a family and came up with various thoughtful and creative options we could choose from. The result is stunning and makes perfect use of the space available.

    Katrin Nuernberger

  • I’ve worked with bubble on a few projects now and have always been impressed with their creative approach to solving problems. They have access to excellent 3D photomontage software which really brings the schemes to life. I’d have no hesitation in recommending them to other people. Good work.

    Mark Doodes Planning

  • We have worked with Bubble Architects on several projects and have always found them to be a thoroughly professional and practical firm of architects. Bubble are able to take a Client's brief and to interpret it in conjunction with the other team members in order to get the best of design, cost effectiveness, buildability, cost in use and longevity. The principals, Patricia and Mike, are really nice personable people to deal with on a daily basis. Able to articulate their views and desires on design - but equally able to listen to alternative views where these may impact on project delivery. When you work with Bubble you always feel like they are listening to you, be it as a Client, Project Manager, or other team member. Sustainable architecture and sustainable design need sustainable teams who can work together and have common goals with no conflicts of personalities. I would have no hesitation in recommending Bubble as a firm who could work with any Client to achieve that Client’s design aspirations and in so doing, that Client would get the best of all worlds - great design delivered by a fun team who are an absolute pleasure to work with.

    CIPS, Francis McPeake

  • “Bubble architects have refurbished our home in North London. Their design advice was invaluable. It was a great pleasure working with Michael and Patricia through to construction. We are very happy with the results and anybody that visits our home admires the new interior. We couldn’t be more happy with bubble architects.”

    Mr and Mrs K

  • Ahmwaah Charles: “Bubble Architects worked with us on our first big development as a company and have been an invaluable part of the team. Not just from a technical point of view but also offering the support and commitment that was required for such a pivotal point in the company\’s history. We are beyond happy with their work and will retain them for future projects.”

    Butcher and Charles

  • Ms Fran Mahoon: “We would recommend Bubble Architects without hesitation. Their flair for design is fantastic. Technical detail is just what a client needs – when it’s comes to relying on an architect to organise the tendering process and allied building documents with contractors, as well as first rate planning skills. A pleasure to have as part of a team.”

    Chiltern Properties Ltd

  • Mr Stewart Braddock: “Croft Capital have retained Bubble Architects on numerous projects and will continue to do so as they deliver the optimum solution with creativity. They also are very reliable to maximise the potential in each property”

    Croft Capital

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Minnie

In the corner of the room, her bed lies still,
No more the gentle paws that roamed at will.
Minnie, our friend, with eyes so kind,
Left paw prints of love on every mind.

Her wagging tail, a welcome so bright,
Turned long workdays into pure delight.
She'd sit by our side, a comforting guide,
In her quiet way, she was our pride.

Her little nose would nudge for a treat,
Or curl up beneath us, so warm, so sweet.
Now the office feels a bit less whole,
For Minnie brought joy that filled the soul.

Though she’s gone, her spirit stays,
In every corner, in countless ways.
We miss her dearly, her love so true,
Minnie, our friend, we’ll always miss you.

 

 

 

 

Lottie

Lottie is our rescue dog. She is a Portuguese podengo mix and she is very happy to be with us in the office. She enjoys many cuddles, kisses and treats from everbody underneath their tables!

 

 

 

 

Patricia Hickey

Over the past 25 years Patricia Hickey has worked as an Architect and Sustainability Coach in Germany and throughout the UK.

Patricia began her career in Germany at small design practices. She moved to London in 2002 where she joined one of UK’s leading commercial practices, 3DReid. There she established a strong background in residential and retail schemes for the UK market.

She has led major developments and social housing schemes, including a 535-unit-residential-led mixed-use scheme, through planning and construction stage.

Since setting up bubble architects, she focuses on delivering high quality housing schemes in UK. Her core skills include the ability to deliver complex schemes to tight deadlines and on budget.

Patricia qualified at the Universities Carolo Wilhemina Brunswick, Technical University Berlin and Westminster University London. She has a particular interest and expertise in sustainability.

She is a licenced BRE Code for Sustainable Homes Assessor and External Examiner at Kingston University, School of Art, London.

Michael Hickey

Michael Hickey established bubble architects with Patricia at the end of 2009 to focus on producing well designed and commercially successful residential led proposals.

Educated at the DIT in Dublin Ireland, he originally qualified as an Architectural Technologist before coming to London in 1983. He subsequently studied at the London MET where he studied architecture. He has worked for a number of top 10 UK practices.

Prior to setting up bubble architects, he was the design lead and coach at one of UK’s leading commercial practices. He was responsible for developing a wide variety of schemes including high end residential projects in Park Lane and Mayfair London. His last scheme at that practice was nominated for `best new Office Building’ in Central London by the British Council of Offices.

With over 35 years of experience, Michael understands both the commercial aspects of the industry together with the planning framework within which they will be developed. He enjoys the combination of conceptual design as well as technical design development.

 

Iain Sang

Ian Sang joined the bubble team in 2014.

Ian is originally from Glasgow but trained in Manchester, where he briefly worked and in Edinburgh. He headed to London way back in 1975 to specialize in housing design, which he has done ever since in both public and private sectors.

Most recently he was technical director at Sprunt Architects where he was responsible for monitoring and ensuring the technical accuracy and quality of all the output from three architectural design teams and one landscape design team.

If you would like to know more about Ian’s work and experience please visit his website iansangarchitect.com.

 

 

Salome Ripoll

Salomé graduated in Architecture at Technical School of Architecture of Barcelona. Before moving to London, Salomé worked at Barcelona’s Public Space Department gaining knowledge in urban spaces and furniture. She combined it with being a Teaching Assistant at the Structure’s Department at her University.

Salome joined bubble architects in October 2016. She is Associate Director leading several residential projects from design to managing projects and completion on site.

 

 

Francesco Bonomo

Born in Milan Francesco completed a Bachelor’s Degree at Politecnico di Milano (Italy) and the Master’s Degree in Sustainable Architecture at IUAV (Architectural University of Venice).

He worked for various Italian firms where he was involved in different types of projects at different architectural scales including residential, office and commercial buildings. Francesco joined Bubble Architects in October 2018 when he moved to London.

 

 

 

Ashriya Gurung

Born in Nepal, since moving to the UK, Ashriya has completed her Bachelor’s degree in Architecture at the University of West of England in Bristol. Before joining the bubble team in February 2021, she has worked at architects’ practices between semesters where she would assist in making models and drawings for projects involving residential, church buildings, and office conversion. After completing her studies, she joined bubble architects and is now working on a range of projects, primarily residential through different design stages.