Who we are
· Mr George Omalianakis, Chartered Architect | BA (Hons) B.Arch Pg Dip ARB RIBA and,
· Miss Umi Ishimoto, Architectural designer | BA (Hons) Graphic Design : Visual Communications
“George Omalianakis Architecture Studio – GOAStudio” was set up in 2009 with the intention to provide architectural services and assist home owners with their residential projects.
George Omalianakis is a multi-award winning chartered architect with the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and registered with the Architects Registration Board (ARB), and has extensive experience in working on a variety of residential, commercial and educational sectors, including on RIBA award winning projects.
Local knowledge
We see ourselves as creative problem solvers who will deal with any construction, planning, and design issues that might be relevant to your project. As a result we are able to make informed planning arguments and liaise with planning case officers in a way that we always maximise what is possible to be achieved in each case; we often obtain planning approvals for projects that were refused approval previously. We provide architectural services for residential projects across north, south, east, west and central London with most of our projects in the Boroughs of Barnet, Camden, Enfield, Hammersmith and Fulham, Haringey, Hounslow, Islington, Lambeth, Lewisham, Richmond, Wandworth and Westminster.
Team work
Builders | We are happy to recommend builders we have worked with successfully in the past and ask them to provide quotes for your project. Some of our very best projects have been the result of a co-ordinated and efficient collaboration between design and building teams that have worked with in the past and they have become able to resolve issues quickly and creatively.
Client focus
At GOAStudio | London residential architecture we provide a friendly and professional service that responds to the needs and aspirations of our clients.
Things people have said about us:
“We love the contrasting elements George incorporated into the design of our small extension, such as the pitched vs flat roof, the high vs low ceilings, and the dark vs light areas. His design is also extremely practical – from the layout of the kitchen to the utility area – and demonstrates that George has thought about how we might go about living in the space on a day to day basis, and not just how it might look on project completion.
George’s advice has also been helpful throughout our project and we appreciated in particular his breadth of knowledge on all matters related to our extension project. He appreciated constraints in terms of building size, requirements and budget, and suggested various practical options for us to consider. In the end we now have a truly unique design for our project. He was also very approachable and friendly, and incorporated many of the suggestions we made, so we felt as if we were part of the design team.”
PC & MT | Finchley Central, N3
Who we are
· Mr George Omalianakis, Chartered Architect | BA (Hons) B.Arch Pg Dip ARB RIBA and,
· Miss Umi Ishimoto, Architectural designer | BA (Hons) Graphic Design : Visual Communications
“George Omalianakis Architecture Studio – GOAStudio” was set up in 2009 with the intention to provide architectural services and assist home owners with their residential projects.
George Omalianakis is a multi-award winning chartered architect with the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and registered with the Architects Registration Board (ARB), and has extensive experience in working on a variety of residential, commercial and educational sectors, including on RIBA award winning projects.
Local knowledge
We see ourselves as creative problem solvers who will deal with any construction, planning, and design issues that might be relevant to your project. As a result we are able to make informed planning arguments and liaise with planning case officers in a way that we always maximise what is possible to be achieved in each case; we often obtain planning approvals for projects that were refused approval previously. We provide architectural services for residential projects across north, south, east, west and central London with most of our projects in the Boroughs of Barnet, Camden, Enfield, Hammersmith and Fulham, Haringey, Hounslow, Islington, Lambeth, Lewisham, Richmond, Wandworth and Westminster.
Team work
Structural engineer | The services of a structural engineer are often needed at the Building Regulations stage; the engineer is the professional who is qualified to calculate loads, specify the size of beams/columns and design foundations based on specific structural loads.
Landscape architect | We also like to work with landscape architects who can bring a lot to the table when it comes to considering external spaces in more detail. Often a garden is not only the functional area where family life takes place; a landscaped garden is often the main view, the focal point and an extension of a living area and a beautiful external space can add a lot to the home living experience.
Builders | We are happy to recommend builders we have worked with successfully in the past and ask them to provide quotes for your project. Some of our very best projects have been the result of a co-ordinated and efficient collaboration between design and building teams that have worked with in the past and they have become able to resolve issues quickly and creatively.
Client focus
At GOAStudio | London residential architecture we provide a friendly and professional service that responds to the needs and aspirations of our clients.
Things people have said about us:
“We love the contrasting elements George incorporated into the design of our small extension, such as the pitched vs flat roof, the high vs low ceilings, and the dark vs light areas. His design is also extremely practical – from the layout of the kitchen to the utility area – and demonstrates that George has thought about how we might go about living in the space on a day to day basis, and not just how it might look on project completion.
George’s advice has also been helpful throughout our project and we appreciated in particular his breadth of knowledge on all matters related to our extension project. He appreciated constraints in terms of building size, requirements and budget, and suggested various practical options for us to consider. In the end we now have a truly unique design for our project. He was also very approachable and friendly, and incorporated many of the suggestions we made, so we felt as if we were part of the design team.”
PC & MT | Finchley Central, N3
GOAStudio London residential architecture – Architecture firm London
Since 2009, at GOAStudio we have been designing and enabling outstanding transformations to properties across London. As residential architects in London, we specialise in working with homeowners and help them create an individual sense of home whether it is their “forever” home or a home they look to grow into until they are ready to move again. As we work across the London we know that home can mean many different things and that properties in London can come with their own unique character, challenges and potential.
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Create Beautiful Interiors While Increasing Functionality
As residential architects in London, our designs often need to achieve multiple requirements while at the same time resulting in simplicity and clarity of form and function. Functionality must come at the heart of every project, to make home life more enjoyable and as stress-free as possible. At the same time we take every opportunity to add touches of personality and beauty and surprise in our designs too.
Throughout every project, whether grand or small, subtle or bold, we will interpret your brief requirements, we will “listen” to what your property says and how it suggests to be altered, and we will come up with design proposals that explore possibilities according to your budget and to what might be possible in terms of planning and other approvals.
With our design-led team seamlessly working to assimilate all aspects of your requirements and aspirations we will create spaces that dramatically improve quality of life and will add value to your property too.
Local Knowledge, Design, and Support From Architects In London UK
GOAStudio works closely with a number of contacts within the industry so that you can receive trusted support from the best contractors in London.
We work with designers, professionals and building work contractors and we have build up long standing working relationships with every specialist you will need for your project across London.
We have also been working with every single local planning authority across London for the last 12 years which allows us to not only know your local planning policy inside out but also having worked with the planning case officers who are likely to deal with your planning application.
Spaces in London are often complex when it comes to architecture and with obtaining planning approvals. There is not only the issue of coming up with a new design that works with the existing property but we also a. maximising the features of the existing property, b. eliminating any potential structural and cost drawbacks and c. working within the framework of the current local planning policy too.
Our award-winning architects will use creativity and knowledge to answer challenges, solve possible problems and offer new ideas that may not have been considered before. This is something we enjoy.
Start Designing Your Dream Home
If you’re looking for architects in London UK, then GOAStudio is here to help with your project.
Start the process today by dropping us a line about your project. We’ll then arrange a consultation where we can discuss your project in more detail and explain more about how GOAStudio works and how we can help.
To kick things off please provide us with the full address of the property, a couple of photographs of the areas you would like to extend or renovate, and any estate agent or similar plans you might have available. And let us be your London residential architect for your home project!
For more information, contact GOAStudio today.
Awards + Achievements

New planning approval | Rear house extension Enfield EN2
Rear house extension Enfield EN2 - We proposed the addition of a 4m. deep rear extension to create an enlarged kitchen and dining area that opens up to the rear garden. We made sure that the proposal could be considered as Permitted Development and we applied to...
New planning approval | Single storey front side house extension Barnet N2
Single storey front side house extension Barnet N2 - We proposed the addition of a single storey front / side extension that set back from the front boundary wall and in line with the front elevation to create an improved access to this single family dwelling and an...
New planning approval | Residential development and conversion to flats Hammersmith Fulham W6
Planning approval for a residential development and conversion to flats Hammersmith Fulham W6 - Erection of an additional floor at roof level; erection of front extensions at ground, first, second and third floor levels, and conversion of the ground floor garage into...
New planning approval | Residential development and conversion to flats Islington N7
Planning approval for residential development and conversion to flats Islington N7 - Single storey half-width upper floor rear extension, a new roof terrace, a new mansard roof extension, and internal alterations to create an...
New planning approval | Alterations and extension to a house in conservation area Harrow HA5
Planning approval conservation area Harrow HA5 - Addition of a new front porch, enclosing an existing veranda area at the rear to create a new guest room, and minor external alterations including to windows and doors. We are happy to announce that we obtained a new...