Ethos
The dual heart of Coull Architecture is the focus on the service we provide and the quality of the designs we produce.
As service providers, we seek to understand the needs of the client and the people impacted by any project we are involved in, and as designers we seek to bring our skills and knowledge to provide responsive and engaging proposals.
At the centre of the design and development of a project the Architect has a responsibility to the environment, the local context and built environment, the neighbours and surrounding nature, to the users, to the team and to the client.
Coull Architecture make it their aim to understand the needs and aspirations of the client and apply that to the conditions and our analysis of the site to provide a responsive, responsible and robust approach to each project.
Our designs start with the analysis of the site, the context and the local environment and these are fed into the project brief as they continue to influence the design throughout the development of the project.
The success of the project is dependent on the team. Identifying the necessary members for a strong collaborative team and maintaining that involvement is an important part of a successful project.
Experience
Coull Architecture have experience in a wide range of project types and sizes, seeking out the challenge and opportunity each time.
With a focus in residential, healthcare and community projects of all scales Coull Architecture have completed a number of new build and refurbishment projects across London.
Coull Architecture designed and built Deep Space is Ashby Mews in close collaboration with the clients. The building was featured on an episode of Building the Dream which can be accessed through All4 (series 6, episode 1).
We have also recently completed a feasibility study to drive funding for a large community and education outreach centre in Nigeria for The Good Samaritan Foundation charity and are looking forward to taking that project forward.
About the team
Charles Coull
Architect, B.Arch.(Hons), Dip. Arch., RIBA
Charles graduated from the Mackintosh School of Architecture in 2000 and gained a wealth of experience from a range of companies in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Atlanta and in and around London working on a range of project types and sizes; including medical and research buildings, office, mixed use and residential. Going freelance in 2011 resulted in the design and overseeing of a number of projects around London, the success of which led to the creation of Coull Architecture Ltd. in 2018.
Previous work includes large office buildings in the USA, the Biochemistry building refurbishment for Imperial College London, large mixed-use and residential developments around London, an Independent Elderly Living centre in Hertford, a Learning Difficulties Unit near Norwich and a number of private residential houses and flats in and around London.
Maria Lopez Mata
Project Architect, M.Arch ARB.
Maria is a Spanish architect from A Coruña, based in the UK since 2015. She trained at ETSAC, University of A Coruña, specialising in Urbanism and joined Coull Architecture in 2026. Her focus is residential architecture, from new build homes to the conversion and extension of existing buildings, such as Grade II listed Georgian terraces, delivered through all RIBA stages with close attention to detail, including on site. She is committed to socially minded architecture with lasting cultural value. Curious by nature, she enjoys origami, “drawriting” and looking at ordinary things with fresh eyes.
Toni Jose Ponte Serrao
Project Manager/ Designer, M.Arch(Prof), B.Arch(Hons), B.Arch.
Toni is a South African-born architect of Portuguese heritage, based in London since 2014. He trained in South Africa and completed his UK Part 3 in 2020. His work centres on residential architecture, from large-scale developments to rooftop extensions and small infill schemes in and around London. He leads projects from early design and planning through to tender and construction detailing, coordinating closely with consultants and clients. Outside of work, he is passionate about design, photography and travel.