An experimental, free-thinking & collaborative studio

SODA is a London-based design studio creating spaces that connect people, culture and place. Founded by Laura Sanjuan and Russell Potter in 2012, the practice works across architecture, interiors and wider spatial experiences. Regardless of scale or sector, every project begins with a simple belief: the spaces we inhabit shape the way we feel, interact and remember.


We talk about space rather than architecture. Space is more than a building; it is atmosphere, movement, identity and memory. It has the ability to bring people together, adapt over time and reveal opportunities where others see constraints. Whether working with a listed building, an industrial warehouse or a complex urban site, the design process starts by understanding what exists before uncovering its future potential.

Based in Soho, London, our studio is shaped by one of the city's most creative and culturally rich neighbourhoods. The layered history, mixed uses and constant evolution of Soho continue to influence the way we think about cities and the experiences they create. This understanding extends beyond London, informing our projects across the UK and internationally.


Our team brings together architects, interior designers, graphic designers, and makers, combining different skills and perspectives throughout every stage of a project. We believe the best ideas don't respect boundaries, and by working collaboratively across disciplines we create spaces that feel thoughtful, distinctive and memorable. We don't pursue a signature style; instead, every project develops its own identity, rooted in context, culture and the people who experience it.

  • Bea

    Personal Assistant

  • Charlotte

    Associate Interior Designer

  • Eleni

    Director

  • Evie

    Architect

  • James

    Architectural Assistant

  • John

    Technical Director

  • Juliana

    Architectural Assistant

  • Louise

    Studio Manager

  • Melina

    Project Architect

  • Oscar

    Architectural Assistant

  • Ryan

    Director

  • Tim

    Project Architect

  • Wiki

    Architectural Assistant

  • Will

    Associate Interior Designer

We're drawn to clients with ambition, curiosity and a vision that excites.

We're drawn to clients with ambition, curiosity and a vision that excites.

Our greatest strength isn't what we do. It's the diversity of our team and the perspectives that shape how we think.

Our greatest strength isn't what we do. It's the diversity of our team and the perspectives that shape how we think.