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Shruti completed her postgraduate Master’s Degree in Architecture at Kingston University in 2012.

Shruti arrived at BUJ in 2017, joining the construction team as an Architectural Assistant. Her role involves the design of GA working drawings, flat layouts and schedules of accommodation. Shruti has relished working on large-scale projects at BUJ, finding it both challenging and fulfilling.

Shruti has been working in the architecture and construction field since 2006, spending time at practices in both London and India. She graduated her BArch degree with distinction from Indubhai Parekh School of Architecture, India. She then continued her studies by completing a Masters from Kingston University, London. She regularly attends exhibitions to gain an enhanced understanding of new materials and technology. Shruti has experience in working in various sectors, including high end residential housing, apartments, education and commercial buildings.

Shruti enjoys painting, artwork, photography and likes to explore historical buildings. In her spare time she likes to cook, read, and watch architectural and construction media.

Contact ShrutiH@BUJ.co.uk

One-time student president and unapologetic explorer Kristina joined BUJ in 2017.

With over 18 years of work experience in predominantly the housing sector, Kristina’s current role at BUJ is to assist in the design and preparation of drawing packages, and construction management of large-scale schemes. Kristina’s favourite things about working at BUJ are seeing projects being realised and having the opportunity to meet interesting people both in the office and on-site. She also enjoys listening to the crashing waves of the river Thames on the office doorstep.

Kristina has studied and worked in London and Manchester since 2000 with previous roles at Agenda 21 Architects and PRP Architects as well as at her own studio. During her Part II studies at the London South Bank University Kristina was presented with the Student of the Year award before moving on to graduate with a Postgraduate diploma in Architecture at Kingston University in 2012.

When not busy visiting the numerous museums and galleries which London has to offer, Kristina enjoys rambling with her family in the wild Kentish woodlands and on the pebbly seashores seeking to appease her ancestral pagan roots. She additionally enjoys attending design and building exhibitions and events.

Contact KristinaM@BUJ.co.uk

Graduating his M.Arch with a Distinction, Tim left Southend behind to thrive at BUJ Architects in 2018.

As a Project Architect, Tim is primarily working with the construction team to deliver large, residential-led, mixed-use developments. Producing details, sections and schedules, he has an active involvement with all consultants on the project to ensure that everything runs smoothly. With a keen interest in BIM, Tim spends every spare minute helping to transition BUJ into Level 2 BIM practice.

Previously a Director of a small firm in Southend, Tim gained over 5 years of experience, designing and detailing all types of buildings from high-rise mixed-use developments to restoring 400+ year old farm houses. He twice graduated from the University of Greenwich, initially with a First Class Honours Architecture degree and subsequently with a Distinction for his Masters in Architecture.

If he isn’t working, he is either kayaking or swimming. Usually found paddling up to a mile off the coast of Essex, Tim’s ideal holiday is kayaking of the west coast of Scotland searching for Otters and lost Dolphins.

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Henry completed his MArch at Newcastle University where he subsequently developed a material & technical passion for architecture. He joined BUJ in 2018 and is now looking to try out life in London – a bit closer to home.

Having recently joined BUJ in 2018 Henry’s main responsibilities include assisting the construction team with coordination on technical packages for ongoing, large-scale mixed-use developments.

He has spent most of his architectural studies in the north of the UK, studying architecture previously at Liverpool & then in Newcastle. Henry has since been involved with a series of live build projects including the design of a pavilion in Kielder & Cabin in Hungary. He spent his year out at AR Design Studio in Winchester where he worked on smaller residential private homes, then came to London to try a new branch of residential architecture.

Outside of work Henry likes spending time with friends, exploring London, watching rugby, going to festivals, seeing music concerts and travelling. This largely influences much of his interest in photography; often visiting rural, cultural and architectural landscapes through his camera lens.

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As an Architect and Urban Planner, Bruno is perceptive and always curious about his surroundings, accumulating international experience in countries like Qatar, Angola, Morocco, Algeria, Gabon and Portugal.  

Having recently joined BUJ Architects after arriving in London, Bruno is relishing the opportunity to engage with the dynamics of design and architecture in London. With five years working professionally, he has integrated easily into the design delivery team.

After completing his master’s degree in architecture and urbanism at Lisbon’s architecture faculty, Bruno began his career as a professional in an engineering and architectural firm at which he stayed for close to two years. After this experience which focussed on urbanism, he pursued a role working on luxury housing projects in the Algarve Tourist Market in Portugal where he stayed until January 2018.

Bruno’s passions lie in technology and photography, spending much of his time with his camera in search of the perfect photo. He is always seeking answers to difficult questions, devoting the remainder of his time solving Rubik’s cubes and practicing several sports.

contact BrunoE@buj.co.uk

Born and raised in Burgos, a small town in the north of Spain, Sara has been living and working in London since 2014.

Sara graduated as an Architect from the University of A Coruña in Spain. With almost three years of experience in the company, Sara is an Architect in the BUJ Planning Team, developing residential and commercial buildings.

Sara likes literature and art, with an interest and remarkable capacity for Origami.

Contact SaraT@BUJ.co.uk

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A self-professed global citizen always on the lookout for a new challenge, Marinela finally decided to settle in London where she became part of the BUJ family in 2018.

As part of the Construction Team, Marinela’s main responsibilities are to transform ideas into drawings and designs into buildings. Her day to day duties include producing drawing packages, carrying out technical developments and assisting in the coordination of projects.

Having completed her M.Arch at the UACEG in Sofia, Bulgaria, Marinela continued her professional experience in a variety of architectural companies both in her native country and abroad. With over 7 years of experience in designing and overseeing residential and commercial projects, Marinela specifically benefited from experience working on housing and Mixed-use schemes in London over the past 2 years. As a strong supporter of the principles of sustainability, her interests lie in the area of sustainable development and in achieving a more sustainable future.

Marinela is a passionate salsa dancer and a devoted theatre and cinema fan.

MarinelaT@buj.co.uk

Catriona joined BUJ Architects in 2013, having moved with her family to London from Ireland to broaden her architectural experience.

As an Associate at BUJ, Catriona’s day to day responsibilities centre on her role as one of the Planning & Design Leads. She has successfully managed multiple large-scale and high-profile projects for BUJ through concept, design and planning stages. Catriona has also recently been managing projects through the later RIBA stages, enjoying the new challenges that have presented themselves as part of these processes.

Catriona studied the History of Art and Architecture at Trinity College Dublin, before going on to complete her architectural studies at Griffith College. She previously worked as an Architectural Assistant for John Fleming Architects and McLoughlin Architecture in Ireland, before setting up her own design consultancy in 2009. Catriona has also been involved with exhibition and furniture design, as well as experience teaching art classes.

As the mother of three sons, Catriona’s spare time is precious and short-lived! Any opportunity to read or assemble Ikea furniture is treasured. Baking and trips to the forest also feature heavily, as, unfortunately, do Power Rangers episodes.

Contact CatrionaO@buj.co.uk

Richard joined BUJ in 1998 after graduating from Greenwich University.

As a Project Coordinator, Richard is responsible for developing, coordinating and executing projects of varying sizes and complexities from RIBA stage 3 to stage 4 – 6, with a point of focus to retain the original design intent.

With over 20 years’ experience in the Architectural Industry at BUJ dating back to 1998; developments include Residential, Hotels, Gyms and Mixed Use both in the UK and Barbados. His professional qualifications include: BA (Hons) Arch, B’Tec Dip & Revit Essentials.

A married father of two, Richard enjoys DIY home improvements, cycling, running, football and fundraising for charity. He also enjoys debates or talks which provide an intellectual, articulate and uncompromising yet gracious perspective on issues concerning worldviews and truth claims.

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Lisa joined BUJ Architects in 2015 after a rewarding 14-year career where arts and architecture merged into a Barbadian vernacular.

As a key member of the Construction Team, Lisa currently focuses on detailed design and construction documentation for major post-planning Residential and Mixed-use projects across London.

Having completed a BArch(Hons) from the New York Institute of Technology – NYC, Lisa returned to Barbados and qualified as a Registered Architect while working at Design Collaborative. After 10 years of architectural and interior design with construction management in a broad range of sectors on projects across the Caribbean, she expanded her skill set with a MSc(Merit) in Project Management from the University of Liverpool UK. Other roles have included Supervisory Site Architect for Ground Kent Architects on the Four Seasons Hotel Barbados and Technical Project Officer at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (Barbados) before moving to the UK.

With a passion for teaching which began at college in English, Maths and Physics and spanned to a tenure at the Barbados Community College in Interior Design, Lisa is still busy with event and residential design and planning.

Contact LisaR@BUJ.co.uk

Passionate Architect, deeply in love with travelling. Living in London since 2014 after graduating her March in 2011 from CEU University (Madrid, Spain).

Ester recently joined BUJ as an Architect and is very excited to be a member of the post-planning team where she works on the design and construction of major projects across London which are some of the largest she has ever been involved with.

As a qualified Architect with 7 years of experience, Ester has previous experience at Moneo Brock Studio, Madrid Council and Barron Edwards Architecture. She has been involved in all stages of projects across various sectors, finding architecture as the way to change and improve people’s lives. She is a passionate Architect who always keeps an eye on the latest sustainability advances and architecture talks and exhibitions.

It is difficult to know where Ester may be at weekends with her insatiable appetite for discovering new buildings, streets and art in cities around the world.

Contact EsterA@buj.co.uk

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Sabina joined BUJ in 2007 and while working for the practice has finished her Master’s degree in Interior Architecture from Middlesex University.

As an Architectural Designer, Sabina has worked on a large variety of projects at various stages, starting from planning to construction completion. Her experience includes refurbishments of residential houses, hotels, offices and large mixed-use developments.   

Sabina graduated with BA(Hons) in IDEA (Interior Design and Environmental Architecture) from Ravensbourne College in 2007. During her studies she worked at the interior design practice GP Studio where her preference towards architecture developed. Sabina joined BUJ in 2007 and while working for the practice she finished her Master’s degree in Interior Architecture from Middlesex University with Merit.

Before becoming a mum, in the days when she had plenty of free time on her hands, she enjoyed creating art, with a particular emphasis on painting. She participated in numerous art exhibitions across the UK and United States. A few of her paintings are proudly hanging in collectors’ homes.

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Ines has been an ARB registered Architect at BUJ since joining in the beginning of 2016. She completed her Architecture Master’s Degree in Lisbon, Portugal.

Working as an Architect for more than two years at BUJ Architects, Ines has been involved in several ongoing projects at all stages of planning from feasibility to completion as well as working through construction stages in conjunction with planning.

Ines previously worked as an Architectural Assistant in Torquay and in Seville, Spain. She finished her Master’s Degree in Architecture in the Faculty of Architecture in Lisbon, Portugal, and worked for three years as an exhibition assistant at Museu Berardo, a museum of modern and contemporary art.

Ines enjoys creating and assembling hundreds of small origami pieces into 3D figures and items of jewellery. Whenever the sun comes out, Ines can be found outside enjoying the surrounding architecture, light and colours.

Contact InesM@buj.co.uk