Ibrahim Diaz-Vera

Ibrahim is both a Chartered Architect and a Chartered Landscape Architect. Although he began his professional journey in architecture, his passion for the design of public spaces and the interplay between architecture, urbanism, landscape, and art led him to shift his focus toward landscape architecture. With his multidisciplinary background, Ibrahim prefers to identify as a “designer,” believing deeply in the transformative power of design to shape people’s perceptions and experiences. His work is defined by strong conceptual thinking and a desire to create distinctive, emotionally resonant places with a clear sense of identity. In 2023, his design leadership was recognized with his election as a Fellow of the Landscape Institute.

His design philosophy balances ambition with pragmatism. He sees every project—regardless of size—as an opportunity to create meaningful spaces that respond to their context while pushing boundaries. Ibrahim led the landscape vision for East Village (London), guiding three simultaneous planning applications that received unanimous approval. He continues to shape the public realm strategy for Madrid Nuevo Norte’s central business district and has worked on a wide range of international projects including a high-speed railway station in Singapore, a major airport in the Middle East, masterplans in Milan, hotel developments in Athens, and recently an extensive landscape strategy for Busan, South Korea. He is comfortable working with different teams and across various project stages, from early concepts through to delivery, which makes him a flexible and well-rounded designer..

Originally from Tenerife, Ibrahim has lived in Madrid, Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Budapest, Hong Kong, London, and now Bath. His international experiences and cultural curiosity influence his design sensibilities and feed his creativity. Outside work, he is a passionate plant and animal lover—his home is filled with greenery, aquariums, and shared with his cat Ko Tao and miniature dachshund Luca. He finds joy in traveling, especially to Southeast Asia, where he enjoys hiking and scuba diving. This personal tapestry informs his professional vision, allowing him to approach design with both global perspective and personal depth.