With a passion for architecture and a dynamic career over the last 25 years, as a practicing Architect, Carla has a diverse portfolio, working on world-leading architectural and urban design projects in the UK, UAE, Hong Kong, Australia, South Africa and Portugal.
As founder of Carla James Architects since 2004 in the UK, Carla established her practice in Portugal in 2018 as a member of the Ordem dos Arquitectos working on variety of projects in the Algarve with a focus on unique residential projects.
Dedicated to the profession, Carla brings her expertise to provide services both as Architect and Consultant, on all stages of design, from feasibility, concept to construction and all aspects of design from landscaping to interior design with a client focused approach.
A commitment to Sustainability, is rooted in Carla’s work in the development of environmentally responsive design solutions and her internationally-recognised academic contributions to research and education.