Meet Our Team
Joyful Architecture
​​We are a dynamic and passionate architecture and urbanism practice, dedicated to creating beautiful and sustainable spaces. For us, architecture is a collaborative journey where creativity and innovation help us uncover and solve the right challenges. While we take pride in our technical skills, we also value clear and engaging communication.​
​​We love coming up with bold ideas that inspire and energise spaces for living, working, growing, and learning.
Our designs celebrate bright, naturally lit environments and open plans, making spaces feel connected and open.
We believe in the power of well-designed spaces to transform lives, touching on often-overlooked layers of perception.​
​​​Over the years, we’ve found that a well-managed design journey can be an exciting, experimental, and life-changing experience for both our clients and us.
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​We are deeply conscious of the impact our projects have on both the urban fabric and the environment, always aiming to enhance the cityscape and promote sustainability.
We ensure that every element works perfectly, conserves energy, minimises waste, and keeps people at the core of the process.
People
Davide graduated from architecture at University in Venice, Italy, after a year of study at ETSAB - The School of Architecture in Barcelona, Spain, and SUN - Second University of Naples.
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He has a postgraduate Master's Degree in Design Within Historical Contexts and a PhD in Ecological Urban Design from the University Federico II in Naples, Italy. He has followed his projects and collaborated with larger architectural practices in Italy and Spain. He joined Ian Ritchie Architects in London in 2013, working on several residential schemes and competitions.
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He founded Unagru Architecture Urbanism in 2018. He is passionate about unconventional spaces and ecology, sustainable design and natural light. Davide was also a Unit Leader at the Cardiff University on Architecture MA AD Master in Architecture Design Research in 2023
Davide di Martino
Director
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RIBA ARB
M.Arch. IUAV University, Venice, Italy &
ETSAB, Barcelona, Spain.
Ph.D. In Urbanism and Ecology​​
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Jamie studied at Manchester School of Architecture, gaining a First at BA and Distinction at MArch. He gained invaluable lessons in robust, timeless design from his time studying in Eramus exchange at IUAV, Venice. He got his coursework in early, preferring to visit and sketch 40 Italian and French cities instead. Social sustainability is critical to Jamie's work and he won the Hawkins\Brown award for the most socially sustainable project at his masters.
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Before joining Unagru, Jamie worked at Stanton Williams obtaining experience of regeneration in complex urban sites. He enjoys taking a contextual approach to architecture with emphasis on natural materials, sensitive detailing, and a careful modelling of light.
Jamie Kelly
Architect
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M.Arch. Manchester School of Architecture,
UK
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Amparo studied to Masters level at the Schools of Architecture in Valencia and Barcelona.
Having moved to London in 2018, Amparo gained previous experience at Lifschutz Davidson Sandilands and Adjaye Associates.
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In addition to her professional dedication to architecture, Amparo is involved in cultural dissemination, being one of the promoters of Open House Valencia. She also collaborates in the writing, design and editing of several publications - Espai Verd: A Sustainable Habitat, The Architecture of Fernando Moreno Barbera, Antonio Escario 1935-2018 - for Cuadernos TC.
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Amparo loves discovering the insights and history of every project, particularly respecting how great design can make a huge positive impact on clients.
Amparo Dominguez Soler
Architect
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M.Arch. Schools of Architecture,
Valencia & Barcelona, Spain​​
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Nicole holds a BA (Hons) in Graphic Design from the University of Northumbria.
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Nicole joined Unagru in 2023 bringing with her a wide range of experience from over 30 years working in international practices, including SOM, David Chipperfield Architects, Farrells and Hawkins\Brown, mainly in the areas of public sector tendering, marketing and business development.
​Originating from Paris, France, and having studied a Masters at École Nationale d'Architecture Paris Val de Seine, Christophe moved to London in 2014 to pursue his career in architecture at USL Architects and Adjaye Associates.
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Before joining Unagru, Christophe took a career break to focus on his passion of creating ceramics, consequently ending up as a contestant on The Great Pottery Throwdown in 2023. Christophe's aim is to encourage a more sustainable way of living, a concept which strives well for his work at Unagru as he enjoys finding solutions to complex architectural issues with a clear focus on sustainability.
Christophe Donot
Architect
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M.Arch. ENSAPVS University, Paris, France
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Sophie graduated from The University of Leeds with an LLB in Law, and after having pivoted her career to manage fashion and textile design studios, Sophie joined Unagru as Office Manager in 2024.
Sophie strongly admires Unagru’s commitment to sustainability as she is also the Founder of an ethical fashion brand.
Peach takes her role as office companion very seriously - when she's not napping under the desk or patrolling for snacks. Peach is a connoisseur of strawberries, cucumber and peanut butter, and her lunchbreaks are spent chasing squirrels around Hackney Downs, keeping the local ecosystem in check!
Peach
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3 year old cavapoo
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Everyone's Best Friend!
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Awards, Publications and Research
​​​​We're extremely proud to have won 2 awards for our 'House For A Cellist' project from The Designer Awards and Build It Awards.
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Click here to view a list of our additional Awards and Publications.​
We Are A Living Wage Employer
​​Fairness and sustainability aren’t just things we design for—they are principles embedded in how we work.
That's why we're proud to announce that Unagru is now officially accredited as a Living Wage Employer.
The Living Wage is more than a pay rate, it's a commitment to building a healthier, fairer economy from the ground up. Our accreditation confirms that we're held accountable for paying all employees, freelancers, and contracted staff at least the London Living Wage. This ensures that everyone who works with and for us can meet everyday needs without compromising their mental or physical wellbeing.
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We are a supportive, people-centred practice, and we aim to attract like-minded collaborators, designers, and consultants who share our values. We believe that fair pay fosters a sense of security and belonging, fueling creativity, focus, and pride in our work. The result? A stronger team and better outcomes for every project and every client.
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By joining a growing community of responsible employers, we hope to set a standard in our sector and contribute to a cultural shift in how the design and construction industries value labour.​​
