We are Liv, a creative design led Chartered Architects practice, passionate about sustainable design across Norfolk and the surrounding areas.
More than anything, we aim to be friendly and approachable, working collaboratively with our clients, fellow consultants, and contractors to ensure the best outcomes for the projects we work on. We enjoy spending time understanding our client's lives and their aspirations and priorities, to ensure that the design solutions we offer are perfectly tailored to our client’s needs or circumstances.
Within our designs we demonstrate an understanding and reflection of vernacular materials and techniques with a contemporary emphasis to reflect our era, while also highly geared towards the need to lower operational and embodied carbon use across the built environment.
Our design work is highly focussed on the context of each site, and we pride ourselves in delivering beautiful, individual and sometimes surprising buildings that enhance both our client's lives and the built environment.
[Liv: a Nordic female given name, meaning 'life', 'shelter', and 'warmth'.]
Sasha Edmonds
Sasha founded Liv Architects in 2018 with a clear vision: to create thoughtfully designed, low-energy homes that sit comfortably within their landscape and bring lasting value to the people who live in them.
She studied Architecture at the University of Lincoln, following an apprenticeship-style route that combined academic learning with hands-on experience at both architectural practices and design & build contractors across East Anglia. This practical foundation gave Sasha a deep appreciation for the construction process and a love of the detail—working closely with clients and builders to craft those moments that quietly elevate a building from the everyday to the exceptional.
Before setting up Liv, Sasha spent six years as an Associate at an award-winning practice in Cambridge, specialising in bespoke homes. Many of the projects she led have gone on to win RIBA and other national and regional awards—a testament to her design approach and collaborative ethos. Sasha is especially passionate about contemporary architecture that responds sensitively to its setting and champions sustainability. She is committed to creating homes that not only look beautiful but also perform well—reducing both operational and embodied carbon, and supporting a more sustainable future for domestic architecture.
Living in west Norfolk with her husband, young son and dog Barney, Sasha is committed to encouraging and being part of the generation of a better quality of new build housing in the area than the usual models of development. As well as this, Sasha provides mentoring for both part-time and female architecture students, keen to support both new modes of study which can help reduce student debt, and to contribute to closing the gender imbalance in the industry. Sasha is a founding chair of the RIBA East Small Practice Network, brining together like minded architects across the region.
Say hi.
Lucy Furniss
Having grown up in Norfolk, Lucy returned ‘home’ in 2024 to join Liv Architects, after spending over 15 years living and working in rural Somerset. During that time, she built up a wealth of experience in residential architecture, working with both one-off clients and small-scale developers to bring projects from first sketch right through to completion.
Lucy is passionate about creating homes that are not only beautifully designed and sustainable, but also practical and affordable—spaces that truly work for the people who live in them. She finds great joy in helping clients turn their visions into reality, and takes pride in designing homes that feel both inspiring and grounded.
Outside of work, Lucy is rarely still. She can often be found mid-renovation project, battling it out on the netball court, or enjoying quieter moments exploring the UK’s canals aboard her narrowboat.
Say hi.
Evangeline House
Evangeline joined Liv Architects in 2025, bringing with her a deep-rooted connection to Norfolk—the place where her appreciation for the rich architectural tapestry of the region first began. Returning home has allowed her to reconnect with the landscapes and buildings that initially inspired her journey into architecture.
With a strong foundation in residential design, Evangeline has developed a keen interest in how architecture can sensitively respond to its surroundings. She is particularly passionate about the relationship between built form and local context, and how well-considered design can enhance both everyday living and the character of a place.
Beyond the studio, Evangeline finds inspiration through paddle boarding, travel, and cultural exploration—pursuits that continually inform her creative perspective and enrich her understanding of place and people.
Say hi.
Tara Smyth
Tara is our office administrator, joining the team in 2020 following relocation to the area. With a wealth of experience in general administrative and secretarial duties, Tara keeps the practice running smoothly, as well as being the first point of contact on the phones and reception.
Alongside her day to day role, Tara has been instrumental in the implementation of new systems within the practice, helping the projects run smoothly and ensuring our clients have a seamless user experience.
Say hi.
Barney
Barney the Goldendoodle is our office dog, having spent his days in the studio since he was a tiny pup. He specialises in snoozes (often on people's feet), staring intently at the team when they are eating, bringing clients his ball in the hope of a game, and providing unconditional affection.
Barney completely understands that not everyone loves big dogs as much as our team, so if you're going to be visiting us and would prefer not to have him close by, just let us know.
