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nimtim architects
We are a practice who want to make and talk about architecture in a different way. Our work is about people and the stories and ideas they bring to the projects we make together. We create buildings that reflect the personalities and values of the people and communites that will live, work or play in…
- Studio
- Unit 1, 17–19 Blackwater Street, London SE22 8SD
- Work
- Residential (High-end), Residential (Private Homes), Retrofit
- On Architecture Social
- 5 projects · 1 person
- Linked to this practice
The studio
Where the work happens.
Timber and hempcrete extension at Hemp House · Cork-clad rear extension at Cork House · Timber-framed dining and garden room at Supper Time
Photography: Megan Taylor. Courtesy of nimtim architects. · Photography: Image courtesy of nimtim architects. Photographer not named on the captured project page. · Photography: Jim Stephenson. Courtesy of nimtim architects.
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In their words
nimtim architects is a South London practice founded in 2014 by Nimi Attanayake and Tim O’Callaghan. Its architects, landscape and interior designers create distinctive spaces shaped by the people who will live, work, learn and play in them.
The practice develops projects through dialogue and co-creation, using its own briefing game, workshops and engagement events to understand needs and test possibilities. Its residential work explores reuse, colour, natural materials and connections between homes and gardens.
The work they do
- 01Residential (High-end)
- 02Residential (Private Homes)
- 03Retrofit
Selected work · 5 projects
Their work, in their projects.
Working here
Working at nimtim architects.
Culture
An approachable and diverse team, with collaboration, mentoring, school outreach and community engagement forming part of its published approach. The practice encourages clients and building users to contribute directly to the design process.
Source: their website ↗Values
Co-creation, inclusion, playfulness, material care and positive collaboration guide the practice’s stated approach.
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The team
One person on Architecture Social.
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Profile updated 1 October 2026
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