London architecture that regenerates nature

London • UK | Est. 2015

Harmonious Fusion:
Architecture That
Regenerates Nature.

60+ Projects Completed
100% Passivhaus & EnerPHit
85% Avg. Carbon Reduction
RIBA Chartered Practice

Designing holistically from the outside in.

01

Exterior Architecture

Designing structures that respond to their environment, utilizing natural materials and passive solar principles.

02

Interior & Biophilic Design

Crafting healthy, non-toxic interior spaces that foster a deep, restorative connection to nature.

03

Sustainable Retrofits

Deep energy retrofits and EnerPHit upgrades to transform existing buildings into zero-carbon homes.

04

Regenerative Planning

Masterplanning communities and sites to restore biodiversity and create self-sustaining ecosystems.

Selected Works

Architecture that breathes with the landscape.

Bethnal Green Memorial
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Bethnal Green Memorial

Arboreal Architecture Transforms Civic Advocacy into Built Memorial for Bethnal Green Disaster

Passivhaus Plus
Bucharest House
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Bucharest House | Solar-Powered Victorian Retrofit

Victorian Terrace Retrofit & Extension | High-Performance Low-Energy Home with Integrated Solar Design

82% Carbon Reduction
Exchange Flat
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Exchange Flat | Sustainable Flat Retrofit in London

Spitalfields Biophilic Flat: Living Wall Interior Inspired by Forest Canopy Design

Biophilic Design
Eco-village Findhorn Garden Renewall
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Eco-village Findhorn Garden Renewall (2019)

Ecological Architecture for Low-Impact Accommodation, Workspace and Garden Integration

Embodied Carbon Net-Zero
Our Philosophy

A Regenerative Design Philosophy.

Integrate with Nature
01

Integrate with Nature

We don't just build on a site; we weave the architecture into the existing ecological fabric, enhancing biodiversity rather than depleting it.

Draw Down Carbon
02

Draw Down Carbon

Utilizing bio-based materials like timber, hempcrete, and natural fibers to actively sequester carbon within the building fabric.

Passivhaus Principles
03

Passivhaus Principles

Rigorous attention to building physics, ensuring exceptional thermal comfort, superior air quality, and minimal energy consumption.

Human Wellbeing
04

Human Wellbeing

Creating sanctuaries free from toxic VOCs, flooded with natural light, and designed to support physical and mental health.

The Practice

We are a team of ecological architects.

United by a deep reverence for the natural world and a commitment to rigorous, high-performance design.

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Tom Raymont

Tom Raymont

RIBA ARB AADipl AFHEA

As director of Arboreal, Tom brings a diverse international background to the practice. His upbringing in the Findhorn Foundation intentional spiritual community in north-east Scotland set him on an early course towards sensitive attunement to the natural world.

Camila Calegari Marques

Camila Calegari Marques

Camila is a Brazilian-Portuguese designer, architect, and urban planner with experience in computational design, digital fabrication, and low-impact architectural projects using local materials such as wood and bamboo.

Judita Berndorff

Judita Berndorff

BA MA

Judita is a Czech visual artist and the Arboreal's Media Manager who brings her experience of film, photography and video production to our work.

Client Stories

What our clients say.

"Arboreal didn't just design a house; they crafted an environment that has fundamentally changed how we live. The air is fresher, the light is softer, and we feel entirely connected to the woodland around us."

Client

James & Claire, The Birch House

Surrey, UK

"Their commitment to Passivhaus principles completely transformed our energy bills. A brilliant team who deeply understands how to blend modern aesthetics with ecological responsibility."

Client

Sarah & Tom, The Timber Frame

Cotswolds, UK

"The interior spaces feel truly alive. We've never experienced such a profound connection to nature indoors. Every detail honors the surrounding landscape flawlessly."

Client

David Chen, Urban Retreat

Hackney, London

"Visionary architecture that truly respects its setting. They completely reimagined our coastal property, bringing in natural light and utilizing sustainable local materials to dramatic effect."

Client

Emma & Lucas, Coastal Sanctuary

Cornwall, UK

"The deep retrofit process was incredibly thorough. We are now living in a beautiful, zero-carbon home that retains its historic charm while delivering exceptional thermal comfort."

Client

Mark Roberts

Wimbledon, London

Ecological Design

Build a home that works with nature

From net-zero homes to regenerative design. We create spaces where sustainable thinking meets timeless beauty.

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