About me
ABOUT ME
Valentina Ožbolt was born in Zagreb, where she completed her master's degree at the Faculty of Architecture.
She gained professional experience by participating in numerous design competitions at the Institute of Design and completing international internships in Doha, Bologna, Milan, and London.
She has gained extensive experience working with internationally renowned architecture and engineering firms, contributing to a diverse range of projects — from urban planning and high-end public buildings to private residences and commercial interiors. Her professional journey began with an internship at the prestigious LaCasa Architects in Doha, Qatar.
After earning her master’s degree in Zagreb, she continued to refine her expertise through professional training at the Italian foundation Fashion Research of Italy in Bologna, under the mentorship of David Chipperfield Architects in Milan.
Following her advanced training in Italy, she joined the London office of Claudio Silvestrin, one of the leading figures in minimalist architecture, as an architectural intern. Upon returning to Croatia, she worked as an external assistant at the Department of Design at the Faculty of Architecture.
She is currently based between London and Zagreb, where she continues to develop architectural and interior design projects that bridge cultures and contexts.
APPROACH
The architectural process begins with defining a concept and refining it throughout the design journey. Every project emerges from a deep understanding of architectural principles, shaped by the unique identity of each client. The most effective approach is to first grasp the investor's vision and then translate it into an architectural solution that reflects the distinct character of the project.
1993 – Born in Zagreb, Croatia
2011 – Graduated from the Classical Gymnasium in Zagreb
2011 – Enrolled at the Faculty of Architecture, University of Zagreb, and the Academy of Dramatic Art, University of Zagreb
2015 – Internship at LaCasa Architects, Doha, Qatar
2016–2018 – Participated in architectural competitions at the Faculty of Architecture, University of Zagreb
2018 – Awarded a Master’s degree from the Faculty of Architecture, University of Zagreb, under the supervision of Professor Nenad Fabijanić
2018 – Completed advanced professional training at Fashion Research Italy (FRI), Bologna, under the mentorship of David Chipperfield Architects, Milan
2019 – Architectural internship at Claudio Silvestrin Architects, London
2020 – External Assistant at the Department of Design, Faculty of Architecture, University of Osijek
2020 – Present – Senior Architect at Goldprojekt, operating between Zagreb and London
2023 – Present – Founder and Lead Architect of an independent practice, working across the United Kingdom (London), the Middle East (Doha, Riyadh, Dubai), and Croatia (Zagreb)
2025 – Present – Founder of ARCHLIOR, an AI-powered lighting platform
