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Meet our Team

Sebastian Sandler

Sebastian Sandler

Managing Director

Sebastian opened XUL Architecture in 2008. His unique understanding of the design and building processes allow him to analyse the close relationship between design and cost, ensuring his projects are delivered on time, to budget and to the highest possible specifications. He is interested in researching different ways of introducing natural light to architecture. Prior to opening XUL, Sebastian qualified as an Architect in Argentina, and worked in a number of architectural practices in both Buenos Aires and the UK.
Maia Lemlij

Maia Lemlij

Business Director

Maia is one of the founding partners at XUL Architecture. Her role as Business Director is to focus on strategy, sales and the operational aspects of the practice. Prior to working at XUL Architecture, Maia worked for 11 years at Space Syntax Limited, a design consultancy. Maia qualified as an architect in Peru and in 2003 continued her academic training at University College London (UCL), where she completed an MSc in Advanced Architectural Studies.
Richard Hodgkinson

Richard Hodgkinson

Director

Before joining XUL in 2023 Richard spent 11 years working on private residential projects in South London. Richard is a RIBA chartered architect and studied at both Newcastle University and the University of Greenwich. Richard’s role in the company is to motivate and inspire the team to deliver the highest quality architecture. Richard has a particular interest in computational advances in the construction industry, and how these advancements can create a more collaborative and personalised design process.
Ingmar Wilken

Ingmar Wilken

Director—Senior Architect

Ingmar deals with a full range of architectural services, coordinating the design team from formulation of the brief through design development, to completion of projects on site. Prior to joining XUL, Ingmar worked for over 14 years as an architect in London. Ingmar qualified as an architect in Germany and continued his academic training at the Mackintosh School of Architecture (University of Glasgow), where he completed an M.Arch degree course in Conservation Studies.
Sharon Fields

Sharon Fields

Office Manager—PA

Sharon joined XUL Architecture in 2016 as an Office Manager. She is a resourceful and organised office manager with financial expertise and versatile administrative support skill set developed through over 25 years of experience. Sharon has successfully managed the daily operations of many demanding offices and has exceptional skills in setting up office policies, developing and implementing office procedures.
Sergiy Zalozny

Sergiy Zalozny

Part 2 Architectural Assistant

Sergiy is a Part 2 Architectural Assistant at the XUL architecture team, having joined in 2023. With a master’s degree in architecture, he brings over 5 years of experience in architecture and interior design coupled with 8 years in architectural visualization. Throughout his career, Sergiy has actively engaged in diverse projects with tight timelines, honing his skills in delivering excellence in every aspect of his work. His commitment to perfectionism drives him to continuously strive for the highest standards in architecture and design.
Henry Seal

Henry Seal

Architectural Technologist & UX Designer

Before joining XUL in 2023, Henry worked for 6 years on private residential projects across south London focusing primarily on the technical design process. Henry holds a bachelor’s degree in architectural technology and is an Associate member of CIAT - The Chartered Institute for Architectural Technologists. With a keen eye for technology, Henry has always been interested in how emerging technologies can better the way the industry works with clients.
Alexandra Tarabuta

Alexandra Tarabuta

Architectural Assistant

Alexandra completed her Master’s in Architecture in Romania before joining XUL Architecture in April 2021. Prior to graduation, she had been practicing as a student intern in a local architectural and urbanism office in order to gain experience in projects of various scales. As an Architectural Assistant, Alexandra's role at XUL is to support all members of the team, from bringing innovative ideas to using her software skills in order to deliver a project. In her spare time she loves travelling and listening to music while baking.
Sebastian Sandler
Managing Director

Sebastian Sandler

Sebastian opened XUL Architecture in 2008. His unique understanding of the design and building processes allow him to analyse the close relationship between design and cost, ensuring his projects are delivered on time, to budget and to the highest possible specifications. He is interested in researching different ways of introducing natural light to architecture. Prior to opening XUL, Sebastian qualified as an Architect in Argentina, and worked in a number of architectural practices in both Buenos Aires and the UK.

Maia Lemlij
Business Director

Maia Lemlij

Maia is one of the founding partners at XUL Architecture. Her role as Business Director is to focus on strategy, sales and the operational aspects of the practice. Prior to working at XUL Architecture, Maia worked for 11 years at Space Syntax Limited, a design consultancy. Maia qualified as an architect in Peru and in 2003 continued her academic training at University College London (UCL), where she completed an MSc in Advanced Architectural Studies.

Richard Hodgkinson
Director

Richard Hodgkinson

Before joining XUL in 2023 Richard spent 11 years working on private residential projects in South London. Richard is a RIBA chartered architect and studied at both Newcastle University and the University of Greenwich. Richard’s role in the company is to motivate and inspire the team to deliver the highest quality architecture. Richard has a particular interest in computational advances in the construction industry, and how these advancements can create a more collaborative and personalised design process.

Ingmar Wilken
Director—Senior Architect

Ingmar Wilken

Ingmar deals with a full range of architectural services, coordinating the design team from formulation of the brief through design development, to completion of projects on site. Prior to joining XUL, Ingmar worked for over 14 years as an architect in London. Ingmar qualified as an architect in Germany and continued his academic training at the Mackintosh School of Architecture (University of Glasgow), where he completed an M.Arch degree course in Conservation Studies.

Sharon Fields
Office Manager—PA

Sharon Fields

Sharon joined XUL Architecture in 2016 as an Office Manager. She is a resourceful and organised office manager with financial expertise and versatile administrative support skill set developed through over 25 years of experience. Sharon has successfully managed the daily operations of many demanding offices and has exceptional skills in setting up office policies, developing and implementing office procedures.

Sergiy Zalozny
Part 2 Architectural Assistant

Sergiy Zalozny

Sergiy is a Part 2 Architectural Assistant at the XUL architecture team, having joined in 2023. With a master’s degree in architecture, he brings over 5 years of experience in architecture and interior design coupled with 8 years in architectural visualization. Throughout his career, Sergiy has actively engaged in diverse projects with tight timelines, honing his skills in delivering excellence in every aspect of his work. His commitment to perfectionism drives him to continuously strive for the highest standards in architecture and design.

Henry Seal
Architectural Technologist & UX Designer

Henry Seal

Before joining XUL in 2023, Henry worked for 6 years on private residential projects across south London focusing primarily on the technical design process. Henry holds a bachelor’s degree in architectural technology and is an Associate member of CIAT - The Chartered Institute for Architectural Technologists. With a keen eye for technology, Henry has always been interested in how emerging technologies can better the way the industry works with clients.

Alexandra Tarabuta
Architectural Assistant

Alexandra Tarabuta

Alexandra completed her Master’s in Architecture in Romania before joining XUL Architecture in April 2021. Prior to graduation, she had been practicing as a student intern in a local architectural and urbanism office in order to gain experience in projects of various scales. As an Architectural Assistant, Alexandra's role at XUL is to support all members of the team, from bringing innovative ideas to using her software skills in order to deliver a project. In her spare time she loves travelling and listening to music while baking.

Vacancies

We empower one another as everyone is responsible for the success of the business. We always welcome new talents and encourage their development and reward their performance.

Senior Architect – Team leader

Summary

Could you be the right person to join our team?
We are looking for an architect and team leader with experience running private residential projects
in the UK with construction costs between £500k and £5M. You would oversee 10-15 projects and
lead a team of 3-5 people.
This should be easy enough to find. But here is the catch.
We are looking for someone as passionate about neuroarchitecture as we are. Over the past two
years, XUL Architecture has embarked on a journey to deeply understand the relationship between
architecture and human behaviour, emotions, and overall well-being, underpinned by a profound
understanding of neurological and psychological factors.
We are looking for an architect who is already working in the field of neuroarchitecture, biophilia or
has an interest in the relationship between architecture and health and well-being and can help us
further implement these principles in our projects.
For more information please email us at info@xularchitecture.co.uk

Vision & Values

We started XUL with the Vision of

Designing beautiful buildings that use ingenious ways of bringing natural light to architecture while changing how architectural services are delivered.

Who we are:

Located in North London, XUL Architecture is a RIBA Chartered practice with over 13 years of experience who specialises in high quality design of residential and commercial projects. We are lucky to have a team of 6 great, professional, and wonderful people. We are looking for someone with great interpersonal energy to join our team.

We are located in the beautiful Belsize Village, close to transport and local amenities. There are great opportunities to grow within our creative and dynamic business and we would be willing to support someone through their Part III qualification.

We value:

  • Being creative and nurturing creativity
  • Being a company that employees are proud to be part of
  • We value our team, support their development and reward their performance
  • We encourage new ideas and seek to involve every mind in the growth of our business
  • To have a can-do attitude when in front to any challenge.
  • Energy efficiency and sustainability to be at the forefront of our vision
  • Delivering ultra-convenience
  • Promoting autonomy and taking ownership and be accountable for our commitments
  • A thirst for learning and developing
  • Excellent communicators internally and externally
  • Efficiency
  • Proactivity
  • Kindness and respect
  • Finding other ways of doing things

Skills & Requirements

The right person must be:

A people person.  A charismatic communicator Great communications skills and fluent spoken and written English. Confident to deal with their team, as well as our lovely private and commercial clients, consultants, partners and networks. Great energy, positive, empathetic

Business savvy.  commercially switched on to understand the detail of project profitability.

Skills:

A skilled architect

  • A creative designer able to run residential projects through all RIBA stages independently
  • Experience in London high-end residential (single family houses and small developments) and commercial projects.
  • Strong AutoCAD skills essential. Revit advantageous.
  • Project Development throughout all stages

Client relationship management

  • Ensure client satisfaction at each stage of the project.
  • Submitting report of the project on a regular basis to the client and team.
  • Keeping the client up to date at every step of the project, getting their approval for the next stage.

Salary

Salary and benefits package will be commensurate with experience and the nature of the role.

Start date

To start as soon as possible.

How to apply

Please send your CV and a cover letter with reasons why you would like to join us and outline your salary expectations, along with a selection of your work as a PDF (no larger than 5MB and 15 pages) to:

info@xularchitecture.co.uk

Write your name and position in the subject bar. We will be processing all data received according to general data protection regulations.

Due to the large volume of applications expected we are unable to respond to all enquiries