Architecture / Town Planning / Interior Design / Project Management
Team
Nicholas Hebden / RIBA
Founder & Architect
Nick set up Hebden Design Studio in January 2019 as the founding partner. Nick has a wide range of professional experience having worked internationally as well as in the UK. Nick's experience includes high-end residential, commercial, conservation, listed buildings, renovations and large-scale urban master planning. Nick has a keen interest in sustainable and environmental design having designed Passivhaus dwellings. He also taught for 4 years at the University of Portsmouth specialising in environmental design. Nick has a proven track record as a Project Manager, having delivered multiple developments from private houses to large-scale commercial developments.
Outside of work, Nick likes kayaking, swimming and exploring the South Downs with family and friends.
Rachael Hebden / MRTPI
Town Planner
Rachael is a Chartered Town Planner with over 18 years of experience spanning both the public and private sectors. Rachael's experience includes residential and commercial planning in both urban and rural contexts with a focus on high-end residential and large-scale urban planning. Rachael also has a passion for interior design and worked as an interior stylist for Monsoon's homeware division before commencing training as an interior designer.
Rachael has successfully worked on the interiors for several projects including grade II listed buildings.
Outside of work, Rachael likes kayaking, paddle boarding, rowing and exploring the South Downs with family and friends!
Carla Feraru / ARB
Architect
Carla is an Architect who joined HDS in 2021. Previously she completed her Part I at The University of Liverpool and consequently gained a wide range of hands-on experience in the residential sector in and around London. She completed her Part II at the University of Strathclyde with a First class degree, in addition to ranking top of her class in the professional studies course. Most recently she registered with the ARB after completing her Part III accreditation at the University of Portsmouth. Her approach to work centres on sustainability and places great value on collaboration and communication within the design team and with clients.
Outside of work, Carla enjoys playing tennis and volunteers with her local community. She is currently improving her French and learning to play the piano.
Adriana Cepeda Bejarano / RIBA
Architect
Adriana joined our team at Hebden Design Studio in 2026.
Architect by the Universidad de los Andes in Colombia and the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid in Spain, Master of Architectural Design by the Universidad de Navarra in Spain. Established in Europe since 2006, in the UK since 2015. She has worked in award winning architecture practices in Spain and England, founding alongside Urban & Suburban Architecture Studio Ltd, specialising in Listed buildings in South East England.
She is currently seeking to join the conservation register and enjoys participating as guest critic at the University of Westminster in London.
Outside of work, Adriana finds joy in any outdoor activity or sport and wishes to beat Carla at tennis. Most importantly she loves spending time with her boys.
Open Vacancy
The architectural design studio is currently seeking a Part 2 and qualified architect who can bring a design-led approach to their work. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge and extensive experience in RIBA Stage 4/5. Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Sketchup, and Photoshop is essential, and experience with 3D visualization software such as Twinmotion, Lumion, or Enscape would be advantageous.
The candidate should also be a team player who can build strong relationships with colleagues, clients, and contractors. Efficient time management and the ability to deliver to set deadlines are also essential skills for this position.
This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate, and remuneration will be dependent upon experience. The design studio is open to considering flexible working hours, and a licensed car owner is preferred, as the studio's projects span across Hampshire, Sussex, Kent, and London.
Qualified Architect to join our growing practice
Jobs
We have a diverse range of projects on the books with a particular focus on high-end, private residential, and conservation projects with great scope to gain on-site experience. We pride ourselves in offering a high-quality, design-led service to our clients.
Part II candidates will be offered the excellent experience to progress through Part III along with mentoring. Our firm offers outstanding expertise and guidance, Nick Hebden was a Part III tutor at Portsmouth University & until recently a Professional Examiner at both Oxford Brookes and Portsmouth University.
Jobs
Studio
As a sustainable practice we have a diversity of experience gained through many years of practice and collaboration. We have a wealth and breadth of experience in creating bespoke architecture in sensitive locations and often with complex requirements. Our team includes a chartered town planner which allows us to identify potential planning problems and to create appropriate design solutions prior to the submission of the planning application. This approach helps to streamline the process and avoid unnecessary delays. We pride ourselves on being a friendly, collaborative and professional team with extensive practical experience. Our approach is backed by academic rigour and a network of reliable consultants and contractors.
Studio
Ela Vermolen
Studio Administrator
Ela joined the practice in 2023 and is responsible for studio administration. She enjoys her role because she likes to be part of a creative, friendly and fun team.
In her spare time, she enjoys travelling, reading and all aspects of outdoor life including hiking, biking and gardening.
Otto
Otto is the fun-loving rascal of the company, he's a little barky but incredibly friendly!
Rosie & Milo
Office Dogs
Rosie is the fashionably scruffy hipster of the company! A committed member of the team, Rosie is motivated by food, human interaction and walks...
Milo is the fun-loving rascal of the company!