UPP

UPP, established in 2016 by Motti Ifergan, a town-planner and real estate and planning lawyer, is a multi-disciplinary architectural and planning consultancy based in Barnet. With a mission to impact people, places, and their communities directly, UPP has become a beacon of innovation and sustainability in architectural design and town planning. The practice, led by Ifergan, along with a team of experienced professionals including Damian Ho, Raheel Khan, Jelena Markovic, and Leyla Moy, has successfully navigated the complexities of the planning and architectural landscape to deliver a variety of schemes in both the public and private sectors.

UPP specializes in creating better spaces for living, working, and growth, balancing purposeful design with commercial viability. Their portfolio showcases an array of projects across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments, evidencing their ability to deliver projects that not only meet but exceed client expectations. From individual home extensions to large-scale urban developments, UPP's approach is rooted in creativity, embracing constraints to deliver solutions that are both innovative and practical.

The company's work includes notable projects such as Rainsford Road, a mixed-use redevelopment in Essex, blending traditional and contemporary elements to revitalize the town center​​. In Haringey, the Vartry Road project transformed a Victorian house with a contemporary extension, integrating a wine cellar, additional bedrooms, and a striking design that emphasizes natural light and indoor-outdoor connectivity​​. The White Lodge in Enfield illustrates UPP's capability to intensify residential use on complex sites, incorporating sustainable measures like green roofs and PV panels​​.

In Barnet, Sunny Gardens represents UPP's expertise in residential design, proposing a Georgian-inspired home that respects its historical context while integrating modern elements​​. Warham Road, another residential project, focuses on integrating the building into its wooded surroundings with timber cladding and low-impact design features​​. Albert Road in Barnet showcases UPP's urban residential solutions, offering well-proportioned homes with a contemporary and contextual design​​.

UPP also undertakes commercial projects, as seen in the Silvertown Container Development in Newham. This innovative project repurposes shipping containers to create a vibrant commercial and office hub, demonstrating UPP's commitment to sustainability and adaptive reuse​​. Each project in UPP's diverse portfolio exemplifies their dedication to designing spaces that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also functional, sustainable, and integrated with their surroundings.

The team at UPP, with its wide range of expertise and international experience, continues to push the boundaries of architecture and planning. Their work reflects a deep understanding of the needs of both clients and communities, making UPP a leading practice in the architectural and planning industry.