Architecta is an architecture firm specialising in sustainable design for homeowners. Established by friends who crossed paths during their studies at the Centre for Alternative Technology. We are a team of registered Architects and an accredited PassivHaus Designer with over a decade of experience in the field and with bases in the Lake District and Cambridge.
We can design and build your eco house, sustainable house extension, loft extension or internal renovations. We can help you with planning and building regulations or provide home energy efficiency or retrofit advice.
We aspire to build your perfect space using sustainable design to improve both your quality of life and that of the planet. We create spaces designed for the individual and built with the environment in mind.
Gina Windley, Director Architect
BA Hons, MArch, DipArch, ARB
As the driving force behind our Lake District Studio, Gina Windley brings a wealth of experience and a passion for sustainable architecture to Architecta. Gina specialised in Sustainable Architecture in her Sustainable Architecture Masters studies at the Centre for Alternative Technology. With a background working in a large architectural practice, contributing to award-winning projects in housing and education, and collaborating on net-zero guidance for local authorities and housing associations with industry leaders. Her forte lies in residential projects, retrofit, net-zero design, and buildability. With a keen eye for both creativity and functionality, Gina is deeply passionate about creating projects that not only enhance the environment but also enrich the lives of the people who occupy them.
Her commitment to the combination of architecture and sustainability earned her a spot on the shortlist for the RIBA Rising Star Award 2023.
Eloise Verdon, Director Architect
B.Sc., MArch, DipArch, ARB, certified Passivhaus Designer
Heading up our Cambridge studio, Eloise Verdon holds a bachelor's degree from McGill University in Montreal, Canada, and a Masters in Sustainable Architecture from the Centre for Alternative Technology, Eloise embodies a commitment to living and working sustainably. Eloise is an accomplished architect with a strong background in sustainable design and brings over a decade of experience from renowned architecture practices in Cambridge.
Eloise's expertise lies in residential architecture, where she marries innovative design with energy efficiency. As a certified Passivhaus Designer Eloise ensures that each project meets rigorous standards for comfort, health, and sustainability.
Eloise oversees the design process from concept development to project completion, ensuring that each undertaking meets the highest standards of quality and functionality. Her passion for sustainable practices permeates her approach to architecture, striving to integrate eco-conscious principles into every project.
Our Studios
We work remotely across two studios strategically located in the north and south of the UK to ensure seamless coverage of the entire region. Our unique dual-studio setup allows us to work collaboratively on every project harnessing the strengths of one another, we integrate our diverse perspectives, skills, and experiences to consistently deliver the most innovative and sustainable projects for our clients.
Cumbria
Cambridgeshire
Contact us.
We’re here to assist you in creating sustainable, functional, and beautiful spaces that align with your vision and values. Whether you’re looking at a new build Passivhaus project or a bespoke retrofit to improve the energy efficiency of your home, get in touch we would be delighted to help you.
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