ABOUT US

Practice

ambigram architects is an architecture and interior design studio founded by Andries Kruger and Justo Garcia as a collaborative research and innovative design-led practice that celebrates craftsmanship, product & interior design, architecture and master planning.

The studio is a direct embodiment of Andries and Justo’s passion for design and attention to detail with a motivated vision to improve our future collectively. ambigram's philosophy is rooted in the belief that architecture has a fundamental role in shaping how we experience our environment and how we can continuously improve our future world step by step. Our open-plan office environment is made up of a team of like-minded individuals that are helping to drive the design studio forward with a mutual desire to do well and create a better quality of life for all through design.

Founded in 2014, our office brings together skills in innovative-led research, creative architecture, urban design strategies and site-specific place making. We bring a detailed understanding of how we design buildings so that can be enhanced by inventive, engaging and collaborative thought processes to create an all-inclusive result.

We are a vibrant, design focused, architecture and interior design studio that has continued to evolve and expand predominantly through referrals, many who are now long-term clients. As the studio’s reputation continues to grow, so does our client base and our range of commissions.

Our expertise includes designing contemporary yet timeless and elegant architecture alongside interiors and product design. We provide a complete and holistic design service.

At ambigram we offer clients a bespoke service with a track record and extensive experience in the residential and hospitality sectors.

Our services draw on our wealth of expertise both in terms architectural design and pragmatism to deliver outstanding hospitality and residential projects in the UK and internationally,

Based in central London, and we service a varied client base, from families and homeowners to property developers and wealth managers. Our projects include private homes, residential developments and commercial properties within the hospitality sector that solves complex extensions, conversions, refurbishments and new build schemes. Our services range from feasibility studies, inception strategy, concept design, interiors, architectural vision and master planning a scheme to final completion.

MEET Our Team

Andries Kruger

Director at ambigram architects.

Andries has over 20 years’ experience and worked on large and complex projects, both in London and internationally.

The majority of his experience is within the hospitality and residential sectors. He jointly oversees all the design stages of all our office projects.

Justo Garcia

Director at ambigram architects.

Justo has almost 10 years’ experience in the construction industry and he is focused on high-end design and the implementing of bespoke detailing within the construction stages of our projects, while overseeing all the design stages of all our projects.

Jonathan Pilbeam

Jonathan joined ambigram as a part II Architectural Assistant and is now a Project Architect. Since joining he has worked on several projects within the office but mostly in a key role on Bayham Place, Bayham Street and The Camden Hotel.

He has an interest in passive architecture and the use of data backed spatial design and parametric design following his experience working as a workspace consultant prior to joining ambigram.

Jonathan studied Architecture and Planning at the University of the West of England, before completing his architectural studies at The University of Westminster.

Marjorie Kennedy

Marjorie joined ambigram as Design Coordinator. Marjorie has worked for practices both in London and Internationally including; SOM, Gensler, Reiach & Hall, RMJM and EMBT. During this time, she gained experience in hospitality, mixed use, residential, healthcare, secondary care & office design sectors.

Marjorie’s interest lies in how the built environment can add delight to everyday, ordinary life through the choreography of space, light & materiality.

Marjorie studied Interior, urban & architectural design at Belleville University, Paris; the Bartlett, London, & Edinburgh College of Art, winning student prizes & gaining commendations.

MATT JACKSON

Matt joined ambigram as Planning Coordinator after graduating from the University of Westminster.

Matt is keenly interested in placemaking and the role of architecture within community.

He takes his inspiration from the quirks of the everyday and constantly seeks to draw links across design disciplines.

TAMARA HERNANDEZ

Tamara graduated with a RIBA Part II from The University of Greenwich. She joined ambigram as an Interior Designer after working for London based practice, Divercity Architects on a luxury hotel project in Doha, Quatar.

Tamara has worked for architecture and interior design companies including: Shog studios, Flower Michelin and FCH architects where she had the opportunity to work in master planning and construction phases (stage 4).

As a designer Tamara is driven by the narrative of the place. She enjoys having the ability to design and improve spaces for people. Materiality and combining artificial and natural light within a space are also key aspects of her design practice.