Zoë Barber
Founding Partner · BA (Hons), DipArch, ARB
A registered architect with over 30 years in practice, the last 20 specialising in private homes in and around London. Zoë leads every project and is happy to talk through what you have in mind.
Residential architects in Richmond, London
Listed houses, conservation areas and family homes, since 1997.
The practice
Led by Zoë, from the first conversation to completion
Zoë Barber set up the practice in 1997 to give homeowners and developers a high quality, friendly and efficient architectural service. Zoë personally leads every project, with close involvement in the design, the client relationship and the work on site.
We create imaginative, contemporary and environmentally sensitive homes across London, often with engineers, interior designers and specialist artisans. Before the practice, Zoë spent several years at Wilkinson Eyre Architects, working on galleries at the Science Museum.
1997practice founded
80+homes completed
30+years as an architect
Selected projects
Extensions, refurbishments and listed homes, from a Richmond workers' cottage to a Suffolk pub turned family house. Open any project to see all its photos.
Barkston Gardens
Two small flats joined into one large, beautifully lit apartment.
The Vineyard
A two-storey extension in the Richmond upon Thames Conservation Area.
Sumner Place
Complete refurbishment of a six-storey, mid 19th century listed house.
Lorne Road
A workers’ cottage with a glazed side extension, a loft bedroom and bespoke joinery.
Regents Square
A new basement and upper storey with a terrace over St George’s Gardens.
Westminster
A luxury two-bedroom flat, its ceiling raised to the concrete beams.
Lisette
A young couple’s terrace house, with a new loft bathroom up an open stair.
Yoxford
Two houses of different periods unified, with a rear extension and cart lodge.
Southwood
A tired listed house made bright, its light well glazed to extend the kitchen.
Holland Park
Stripped to its shell and rebuilt with a relaxed country house feel.
Sandy Lane
Refurbishment and extension, with traditional materials and skilled craftsmen.
Featured project
Barkston Gardens
Two small flats made into one large, beautifully lit apartment
- Place
- Earls Court, London
- Type
- Two flats converted into one apartment
Two separate small flats have been converted into one large, well appointed and beautifully lit apartment in Earls Court, London.
Listed buildings and conservation areas
Careful work on homes with history
Zoë has extensive experience with listed buildings and homes in conservation areas, where planning consent often needs detailed consultation with the local authority. We respect each building's character, with traditional materials and skilled craftsmen where the house calls for them.
Who you'll work with
Two founding partners, both registered architects, and a regular on site.
David Portman
Founding Partner · BA (Hons), DipArch, ARB, RIBA
A registered architect and RIBA member with over 35 years on residential, commercial and education projects. David prepares tender information and leads the technical delivery.
Sparky
Principal Pet
Attends most of our sites and is a great favourite with many of our regular contractors.
What clients say
5.0 from 6 Google reviews“Every step in the design process was thoughtfully and skilfully considered, always keeping in mind our specific requirements and preferences.”
“Zoe designed and got planning permission for our loft conversion, which we are very happy with and after almost 10 years, it is still in great condition.”
“Zoe submitted a successful planning permission for us, excellent and effortless in equal measure. Highly recommended.”
“We used Zoe for our extension project, she was very professional, thoughtful and extremely helpful throughout the whole project.”
- RIBA Chartered Practice
- ARB registered architects
- Listed building experience
- 80+ completed homes
Tell us about your project
Find out how we can help. Call Zoë, send an email or leave a few details and we'll be in touch.
- +44 (0)7957 606232
- info@zoebarberarchitects.com
- Richmond upon Thames, Surrey TW10
- Monday to Friday, 9:00 to 17:00
- Instagram: our projects and a peek behind the scenes