Kamran Iqbal

Kamran Iqbal is a designer whose work bridges the gap between tradition and innovation. Known for a design approach that is both unconventional and deeply thoughtful, Iqbal challenges the boundaries of contemporary architecture while staying grounded in the tactile art of hand-drawing. In an age dominated by digital renderings, Iqbal continues to develop ideas through sketching, valuing the intimacy, spontaneity, and emotional depth that only drawing by hand can offer.

With a portfolio that spans experimental residential spaces, reimagined public environments, and adaptive reuse of forgotten urban areas, Iqbal consistently brings forward-thinking concepts to life through materials, form, and atmosphere. Their work is recognised for unexpected spatial arrangements, sensitivity to context, and a poetic use of light and texture. Rather than following trends, Iqbal explores how buildings can engage the senses and tell stories — often drawing inspiration from the overlooked or unused spaces of the city.

Whether designing underground cultural hubs or converting derelict structures into dynamic social spaces, Iqbal applies an inventive eye and a strong sense of narrative. Their process is rooted in careful observation and a belief that good architecture grows from human experience, not just function or spectacle.

Educated in both traditional architectural techniques and modern theory, Iqbal offers a rare perspective — one that honours craftsmanship while pushing the boundaries of form and meaning. Their work continues to spark dialogue around how we inhabit space and the value of slowing down in a fast-moving design world.

Tidal Transformations render
Tidal Transformations render A render for a floating exhibition space created for the Zaha Hadid foundation. This conveys the cascading light emitted from the space on the Thames amidst the dark.
Walk The Future render
Walk The Future render A proposed render for Pavgens Headquarters located in Deptford Creek Greenwich. Using the companies design philosophy to invoke an aura of familiarity when seeing the structure.
Tidal Transformations axonometric
Tidal Transformations axonometricAn axonometric view for the exhibition space. Here the levels of the design are fully expressed and show how the multiple tiers diverge as you traverse the space.
Hackney Horizons sketch
Hackney Horizons sketch A sketch of both approaches from Hackney Downs London. The hints of colour highlight the significant aspects that stood out to me on the initial glances.
Deptford Reimagined perspective
Deptford Reimagined perspective A lost art in the form of a hand drawn perspective displaying Greenwich High Road. Through the use of black watercolour to define the states of light and dark within this conceptual drawing.