Architecture & Interior Design

Transform your heritage London home into a modern, functional & elegant space

Carta Nova is a London-based European practice specialised in preserving & transforming the beautiful heritage our city is famed for

Your challenges

Are you a discerning homeowner?

Are you looking for more space and light, more comfort and less clutter, a better home office, or just peace of mind?

Home renovation and extension projects can feel overwhelming, especially when you live in a historic building. Struggling to decide on a design that suits you!r needs? |
Lost in the planning approval maze or worried about finding a trustworthy construction company and managing the project yourself?

Navigating these challenges can be overwhelming without the right support.

I’m here to help

My Mission

Your home is as unique as you are, and my job is to translate your uniqueness into a beautiful design.

Hi, I’m Eva,
the Founder & Lead Architect of Carta Nova.

I’ve been an architect and designer for over 15 years, gaining experience in Europe and the UK.

I am inspired every day by European aesthetics, Bauhaus and Swiss design. Every project is unique, both beautiful and challenging in its own way. Discovering the perfect design solution and transforming it into an inspirational space is an incredible process I love sharing with my clients.

I’ll guide you smoothly and responsibly through the development process of your property, creating an enjoyable experience for you and your loved ones, both during and after the project.

Services

The Expert Hour

One-off in-depth design consultation fully dedicated to your project.

If you are starting or in the middle of your project, we‘ll meet you where you are and answer all your queries.
No questions are off the table.

Mini Architectural Design
Services Package

Design & Planning Approval.

This service is perfect for enthusiastic homeowners who are just beginning their renovation journey and need support to kickstart their project.

Concept to Completion Package


For those of you with little time or patience!

This service covers everything from initial design concepts to planning, technical work, tendering, and site supervision, taking care of the entire process for you.

My promise

Bespoke design

Every historic building is unique, and every family is different. So every one of our well-crafted, timeless design solutions is made to measure.

Clear thinking

We consider your property, your family lifestyle, your future, your neighbourhood and environment, to create homes that inspire and nurture your wellbeing.

Connection & Empathy

We choose our clients as carefully as they choose us. Whether you’re from London, New York, Berlin or Hamburg - we speak your design language and understand your needs.

Clients’ words

“I worked with Carta Nova on a small renovation project for my flat in London centered around renovating 2 bathrooms and general updates. It was a great experience, especially because I was working with Eva from a distance. We really appreciated the care and attention. A lot of helpful guidance, and good and creative suggestions about how to make the most of the small space we were working with. Thanks again!”

Andrea Schwartzman

highgate, rear extension, conservation area

“Eva has helped in so many different ways on our property journey. She originally saw the house before we even bought it and helped us envisage how it could ultimately look…

…Although I decided to project manage the building work myself, Eva was always available and called upon a few times. Her calming influence definitely helped defuse some stressful situations during this time.

Overall I’d thoroughly recommend anyone who is looking for expert advice on designing, planning and seeing their property dreams become a reality, to speak to Eva Vatzeva from Carta Nova.”

Steve Weisner, Highgate

“…Eva combines the technical understanding of the planning process as an architect but also has the imagination and style to help you design and furnish the interior.

She does all this with warmth; we needed an architect who believed in our project (plenty did not, it must be said) and who could answer any and all of our many questions, fears and hopes with good grace.”

David & Alissa Talbot, Crouch End

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I am a good listener, and I understand design.

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