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Your Trusted Architectural Partner in London
Studio Basheva is a distinguished architectural practice dedicated to creating human-centred solutions that enhance the quality of life through innovative design. With extensive experience spanning urban master planning, educational facilities, and high-end residential refurbishments, we prioritise a dynamic dialogue with clients to translate their aspirations into functional, elegant spaces. Our philosophy combines simplicity, transparency, and creativity, ensuring bespoke designs tailored to each project's unique context. Recognised by industry peers for our expertise in materials and processes, we maintain a commitment to excellence through rigorous attention to detail and a deep understanding of planning regulations.Our international perspective, coupled with local market knowledge across London and the home counties, enables us to deliver projects that balance commercial viability with aesthetic innovation. As a practice led by Chartered RTPI Planner Kathy Basheva, we integrate technical precision with artistic vision to create spaces that stand the test of time.
Services
Architectural Design
Urban Planning
Residential Refurbishments
Commercial Projects
Educational Architecture
Construction Management
Planning Applications
Site Analysis
Interior Design
Feasibility Studies
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of experience in diverse architectural sectors including education and high-end residential projects
- Our team maintains Chartered RTPI status for planning excellence
- We implement a client-led design process with weekly progress reporting during construction
- Our international experience informs context-sensitive, innovative solutions
- We guarantee RIBA Plan of Work compliance for industry-standard project delivery
Associations and certifications
- Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI)
What people say
Innovative design solutions
Excellent communication skills
Successful planning applications
Strong technical knowledge
Client-focused approach
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design service creates bespoke solutions for residential and commercial projects, focusing on functional spaces that reflect client vision. We specialise in new builds and refurbishments, integrating aesthetic appeal with technical precision. Our approach combines innovative concepts with practical considerations to deliver spaces that enhance daily living and business operations.
Urban Planning
We provide comprehensive urban planning services that balance development needs with regulatory requirements. Our expertise includes feasibility studies, site analysis, and planning applications for mixed-use developments. We work closely with local authorities to ensure projects align with zoning regulations while creating vibrant, sustainable communities across London and the home counties.
Residential Refurbishments
Specialising in high-end residential refurbishments, we transform existing properties through modern design solutions. Our service covers everything from kitchen and bathroom upgrades to complete property overhauls, maintaining structural integrity while enhancing functionality. We focus on creating light-filled, contemporary spaces that meet modern living standards.
Commercial Projects
We design commercial spaces that combine operational efficiency with striking aesthetics. Our service includes office buildings, retail spaces, and hospitality venues, tailored to specific business needs. We prioritise flexible layouts and sustainable materials to create environments that enhance productivity and customer experience while maintaining commercial viability.
Construction Management
Our construction management service ensures projects are completed to specification, on time and within budget. We provide weekly site inspections, contractor coordination, and quality control throughout the building process. This includes contract administration, progress reporting, and technical support to maintain design integrity from concept to final handover.
People
Kathy Basheva
Director and Chartered RTPI Planner
Kathy Basheva leads Studio Basheva with 15+ years of experience in residential and commercial projects. Recognised for innovative design solutions and technical expertise, she specialises in navigating complex planning processes. Her client-focused approach ensures projects combine aesthetic vision with practical functionality while maintaining strict budgetary control.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural services including concept design, planning applications, detailed design, contract administration, and construction management for residential, commercial, and educational projects.
Do you handle planning applications?
Yes, we specialise in preparing and submitting planning applications, including pre-planning consultations and negotiations with local authorities across London and surrounding areas.
What construction phases do you manage?
We oversee all construction phases from tender documentation through to practical completion, providing weekly site inspections and contractor coordination throughout the building process.
How are your design fees calculated?
Fees are based on project complexity, size, and required services. We offer basic, standard, and premium service levels with transparent cost allocation across RIBA Plan of Work stages.
Which areas do you cover?
We operate across all London boroughs and home counties, with particular expertise in Barnet, Camden, Westminster, and Hampstead Garden Suburb planning authorities.
Can you assist with interior design?
Yes, our premium service includes interior design elements such as furniture selection, lighting design, and bespoke joinery solutions to complement architectural projects.
Reviews (6)
An C.
Jul 31, 2021
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I had the pleasure to speaks to Kathy and she gave me lots of advice and support. It was great to see that there are still businesses out there that still put people first. I highly recommend them .
Violeta Cohen
Jul 17, 2021
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Ioned Kathy to redesign our 100sqm flat in Tel-Aviv. The flat was old and needed to be refreshed, the family bathroom and the kitchen needed to be revamped. We met with Kathy from the onset and we did not speak in architectural terms. Kathy managed to perfectly understand our wishes and turned our dream into reality. The bathroom is now a tranquil oasis, the kitchen is an inviting entertaining hub.
It reached the point we do not want to leave in the morning. When entertaining, guests find it difficult to leave. The apartment is now serene, tranquil, with a subtle elegance. We are grateful for improving
It reached the point we do not want to leave in the morning. When entertaining, guests find it difficult to leave. The apartment is now serene, tranquil, with a subtle elegance. We are grateful for improving
Katie Jackson
May 29, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
We had a meeting with Kathy today and she was brilliant. She helped us think about our house renovation in a totally different way and gave us some inspirational and different ideas. Kathy is also a lovely lady- very friendly, professional and knowledgeable. We can not recommend Kathy enough. Thank you!
We had a meeting with Kathy today and she was brilliant. She helped us think about our house renovation in a totally different way and gave us some inspirational and different ideas. Kathy is also a lovely lady- very friendly, professional and knowledgeable. We can not recommend Kathy enough. Thank you!
The Va Team
Oct 20, 2017
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Thank you, Kathy. I really appreciate the way Studio Basheva answered all my questions regarding the construction. From asking about whom in the office I will be working with to how much experience they hold and from how much experience you have in energy-efficient design and green building to designing my dream house to a budget, Studio Basheva answered and complied with it all.
Elizabeta Klisarov
Sep 30, 2016
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Kathy was able to keep a complex project on track, managing the engineers, builders and specialists. Her attention to detail ensured that the final result was as impressive as the original designs had promised and the practice was able to deliver a liveable as well as a beautiful space.'
Daphna Anducich-Rowe
Aug 11, 2016
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We had a good idea of what we were looking for and Kathy translated these ideas into a unique, yet functional design, proving to be a creative and intuitive architect. It was a pleasure working with her and hope to employ her services again.
