“Dani and Harry supported us with the design of our new kitchen extension and loft conversion. From start to finish, nothing was too much trouble, and they really went above and beyond to help us through the process.
They listened to what we wanted and came back with really inventive ways to achieve it … Could not recommend them highly enough.”
Beth & Ed – Islington Conservation Area
Conservation area, Full internal renovation, Bow
Extension, internal renovation, Hackney
Kitchen extension, internal renovation, Palmers Green
Extension, internal renovation, Islington
Grade 2 Listed, Conservation Area, Full Renovation
“We used My/Architect for the design and planning process for a very complicated side extension / deconversion project. Emily, the project lead, and Dani were great – organised, intelligent and really nice to work with. They come up with smart solutions to the trickier design questions and handled the planning application with Islington council smoothly.”
At My/Architect, we specialise in high-end home renovations, extensions and interiors from £150k to £2m+.
We offer a fully integrated service that brings together architecture, interiors, contractor coordination and project management. Our approach is designed to provide homeowners with professional oversight throughout the design and delivery process.
As residential architects in Islington, our practice first laid its roots here with our initial office opening on New North Road in 2020. While we have since expanded to Camden, the borough remains a cornerstone of our business and home to many of our team.
We maintain a deep connection to the area, drawing inspiration from the diverse architectural landscape that stretches from the bustling bars of Upper Street to the quiet green spaces of Highbury Fields.
Our local presence allows us to offer a highly responsive service to homeowners throughout the borough.
Led by Founder Harry Molyneux and Director Dani Schmidt, our team brings architectural expertise and on-site experience to London residential projects. We combine design vision with practical delivery across our architecture services, ensuring each home receives care and attention from start to finish.
Harry founded My/Architect to make residential architecture more practical and transparent. With over a decade of experience delivering London home extensions and refurbishments, he brings a rare mix of design knowledge and build expertise. Harry leads client strategy, ensuring every project is designed with cost, delivery, and quality in balance.
Dani oversees design development and project delivery, guiding clients from concept through to construction. With a background in residential architecture and interior detailing, she focuses on designs that combine aesthetic precision with real-world feasibility. Dani is known for her calm, structured approach and commitment to getting projects built well.
“We worked with Hristo on our side extension project and couldn’t be happier with the experience. He guided us through the planning permission process and ensured everything was handled smoothly. He was prompt, helpful, patient and a real pleasure to deal with.”
To see if neighbours have done similar extensions or to check your own property’s history, use the Islington Planning Search. You can search by postcode or street address to view approved designs and decision notices.
There are 42 conservation areas in Islington, each with strict protection rules. You can check if your home is affected and download the specific design guidance for your street on the Islington council’s Conservation Areas page.
For detailed rules on everything from basement excavation to street design, refer to Islington’s Supplementary Planning Documents (SPDs). These are material considerations for any application.
If you suspect your home is listed, you must check the official register before starting work. Search the Historic England List to find the specific listing entry for your address.
Islington has a mandatory list of drawings and reports required to register an application. Review the Planning Validation Requirements to ensure you have the correct documentation.
Basement and ground floor extensions often require a flood risk assessment. You can check the long-term flood risk for your specific area using the government’s Flood Map for Planning.
Once planning is approved, you will need to apply for Building Regulations approval. You can submit your application directly via Islington Building Control.
Most planning applications should be submitted via the national Planning Portal, which allows you to upload drawings and pay fees online.
Our architectural experience in the borough is extensive, with approximately 10-15% of our annual projects located here.
We focus on the sensitive renovation of Islington’s diverse housing stock, from the grand Georgian terraces of Clerkenwell to the Victorian family homes of Highbury.
We specialise in delivering high-value enhancement, including loft conversions, rear extensions, and full-scale refurbishments.
Rather than a one-size-fits-all solution, we apply our expertise in local design to ensure that significant alterations respect the historic fabric of the building while maximising space for modern living
Securing approval for extensions in Islington often requires a sensitive approach to local heritage constraints.
Our team manages the detailed planning, design, and architectural drawings necessary for successful applications.
We specialise in complex schemes, including the refurbishment of listed townhouses, ensuring that significant alterations meet the rigorous standards expected by the local authority.
We design with cost clarity and buildability in mind for London homes.
We make every stage clear, from first sketch to handover. You’ll know what’s included, what it costs, and when it happens.
Our process gives homeowners predictable budgets, timelines, and scope, helping avoid surprises.
Development in the borough is often tightly regulated. We support homeowners by producing the detailed architectural drawings required to demonstrate that a proposed extension or renovation respects the character of the conservation area while optimising internal space.
Yes. We have specific experience delivering complex refurbishments for listed townhouses. Our integrated approach combines sensitive architectural design with interior specification, ensuring we meet the strict heritage requirements often found in Islington.
We provide a builder matchmaking service to pair you with trusted partners suited to the logistics of working in North London. We then oversee the project through to completion, managing site queries to ensure the build quality matches the design intent.
We specialise in high-end projects typically ranging from £150k to over £2m. This focus allows us to provide a dedicated, boutique level of service for homeowners seeking premium extensions and full-scale renovations.
For more information on our process across the capital, view our London residential architects overview.
Treating the structural shell and internal fit-out as separate phases often leads to disjointed results. By handling both under one roof, we ensure that elements like joinery, lighting, and material finishes are considered from the very first planning concept.