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Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Victoria Johnston

Victoria Johnston

Douarnenez,Brittany

Summary

A seasoned architect with a robust portfolio in residential and commercial sectors, specializing in sustainable design and urban regeneration. Proven ability to lead diverse teams and projects, delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions that enhance community living and promote low-carbon practices.

Overview

2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Architect

Michael Drain Architects
London
01.2023 - 09.2026

Angel Way, Romford

  • 250m residential / hotel development in East London.
  • Coordinated external project efforts remotely during stages 3 to 5, ensuring alignment and timely progression.

Grape Street

  • 7m high-end refurbishment and extension of central London Penthouse, incorporating drawbridges, snow machines, low oxygen chambers etc. Internal joinery , external detailing, services co-ordination.
  • Collaborated remotely with team members during stages 3-5, facilitating effective communication and project continuity.

Senior Architect

Sheppard Robson Architects
01.2010 - 01.2021

Crisp Street Redevelopment

  • Led urban regeneration in London's East End, incorporating over 2000 residential units around historic market and street plan through diverse construction methods.

191 Old Marylebone Road, Hub Hotel

  • 180 room new build hotel in central London for Whitbred utilising pre-cast concrete panels

Royal Mint Court

  • 250m new build office development adjacent to the Tower of London, for Delancy, utilising precast and traditional construction methods.
  • External Team Lead - stage 4

The Courtyards Camden

  • Award winning 164 unit residential scheme for Barratt London designed around two courtyards. External Lead / Design Architect - stages 2-completion

Eco City, Lagos

  • Developed master plan for new city CBD reclaimed from sea, designing mixed-use block with 5 office and 32 residential towers above retail and leisure facilities.

Associate

Michael Aukett Architects
London
2003 - 2006

Tesco Superstore Orpington

  • Designed mixed-use scheme with 64 residential units, split-level store, and doctors' surgery, enhancing community amenities.
  • Led architectural design for project stages 2-5, ensuring alignment with client vision and regulatory standards.

Junior Architect

PJMP Architects
London
2003 - 2003

Next Generation Tennis Club, Dartford Kent

  • Led design processes from stage 2 to completion, ensuring alignment with client requirements and project goals

Education

RIBA part 3 - Architecture

South Bank University, London
01-2003

RIBA part 2 - Architecture

South Bank University, London
01-1998

RIBA part 1 - Architecture

Manchester Metropolitan University, Manchester
01-1995

Secondary Education -

Highgate School, London
01-1990

Skills

  • Concept Design
  • Design Development
  • Construction Detailing
  • Sustainable Design
  • Urban Planning
  • City planning
  • Building regulations
  • Design execution
  • Revit 2017 - 2020
  • Microstation / Autocad
  • Technical drawing
  • Design Team Coordination
  • Client Presentation
  • Client collaboration
  • Team leadership
  • Problem resolution
  • Strategic thinking
  • Effective communication
  • Design mentorship

Personal Information

  • Title: Senior Architect
  • Date of Birth: 1972-03-03
  • Nationality: French / British

Interests:

Cycling - Pre injury I regularly took part in European road sportifs, Surfing - I try, Writing - Author of The tale of The Vengeance Monkey Part 1, Music - Last year I recorded my first EP

Custom

  • Hub Hotel, Old Marylebone Road
  • Camden Courtyards, London
  • Crisp Street, London
  • Royal Mint Court, London
  • Glasgow Hotel
  • Eco City, Lagos
  • Tesco, Orpington
  • Domaine De Kerstrat, Finistere

Languages

English
Native
Native
French
Intermediate (B1)
B1

Certification

  • RIBA Part 3
  • ARB

Timeline

Senior Architect - Michael Drain Architects
01.2023 - 09.2026
Senior Architect - Sheppard Robson Architects
01.2010 - 01.2021
Associate - Michael Aukett Architects
2003 - 2006
Junior Architect - PJMP Architects
2003 - 2003
South Bank University - RIBA part 3, Architecture
South Bank University - RIBA part 2, Architecture
Manchester Metropolitan University - RIBA part 1, Architecture
Highgate School - Secondary Education,
Victoria Johnston