Lizzie is the co -founder of FRAHER, leading the team with all the studio's design work. Over 20 + years of working on sensitive buildings means that each project is addressed with a combination of care for the building as well as creativity.
'I love connecting with Clients and digging into the detail of finding ways in which design can help solve problems and create dynamic spaces. A building's history is something that drives much of my design work'.
Lizzie really believes that we all deserve better spaces and works hard to design amazing spaces that respond to people, the environment and their historical context.
Lizzie works across multiple media platforms including the BBC and Your Home Made Perfect.

Maija graduated from Interior Architecture and Furniture Design from UIAH (Univ. Art & Design, Helsinki, Finland). Maija enjoys working across all the stages of our projects from the concept to the detail and on site. Maija has a particular interest in energy efficient & sustainable intervention within existing building fabric.
Maija's designs are influenced by what she sees, feels, makes, and what others see, feel and make.

James come with a background in environmentally conscious architecture, having spent 15 years integrating energy efficient methods, like Passivhaus, into new homes. On the design side, James work with texture and natural materials and use straightforward construction techniques and processes.

' I get my job satisfaction from seeing clients embrace their new homes, but before that, I'll be as excited spiralling deep into design ideas and scribbling details over the walls.'

Laszlo obtained his Master's degree at the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca and since worked in several countries finally falling in love with the high end residential architecture in the United Kingdom where he has over seven years of experience..

His previous experiences cover working with grade 1 historical buildings, Passive Houses and EnerPhits, optimising cost/benefits and working closely with construction companies to obtain the best possible results.

Justyna is a qualified architect as well as a certified passive house designer, studying in both Poland and at the University of Bath.

She has experience in small residential and large scale cultural projects as well as project management, which taught her that working collaboratively with builders and craftspeople is key to the creation of good architecture.

As an Architectural Technician, Jack mentors and supports project architects in developing technical packages that ensure projects are both well-built and visually striking. With over 15 years of experience spanning all RIBA work stages, Jack has developed a strong background in detailed architectural design and technical drawing preparation, supporting lead architects on a wide variety of projects.  Jack enjoys being part of a collaborative project team, working together to design and deliver thoughtful, high-quality outcomes. Passionate about design collaboration, Jack is focused on advancing projects through the technical stages while maintaining design intent and ensuring robust, regulation-compliant solutions.

Richard has been interested in architecture and building since childhood and has an MSc in Sustainable Urbanism from UCL. He has experience in residential and set design as well as listed buildings and has joined FRAHER to continue his Architectural qualifications. His passions lie in environmental design, the process of construction and how everyday life plays out within buildings.

Charles joined the practice after completing his masters degree at UWE Bristol. With a diverse range of project experience, including residential and commercial developments, he brings a versatile skill set to the team. He is passionate about his role, where he is actively involved in the development of our residential schemes. He looks forward to further cultivating his architectural knowledge and skills with us, and he hopes to complete his Part 3 in the near future.

As a Part 1 Architectural Assistant at the studio, I balance my role here with studying for my Master’s in Architecture at Westminster University, having previously completed my BA (Hons) in Architecture at Northumbria University. My main responsibilities include conceptual design, visualization, and 3D modelling, which allow me to explore creative solutions and new ideas. I’ve always been passionate about design and have a keen eye for detail, striving to make each project visually appealing and thoughtfully considered. What I enjoy most about my work is the freedom to experiment and develop designs that are both beautiful and practical, creating spaces that truly meet our clients’ needs.