Nicola Koller

Nicola Koller is an experienced Projects Director and Associate Director at Studio Ashby since April 2021, with a robust background in architecture and design education. Since September 2006, Nicola has served as an Associate Lecturer for the MA Architecture program at the Royal College of Art, focusing on critical thinking and design principles. Previous roles include External Examiner for the BA Design program at Goldsmiths, University of London, and Projects Director at STUDIOILSE LTD, where project management and strategic development were key responsibilities. Prior experience also includes a significant tenure as Head of Store Design & Architecture at Paul Smith, where Nicola established an in-house design studio and managed global projects. Academic qualifications include an MA in Architecture from the Royal College of Art and a BA in Architecture from Oxford Brookes University.