Specialised in architectural illustration, I bring ideas to life through storytelling and visuals, turning complex concepts into accessible, engaging images that make people smile.
My name is Nerea Bermejo Olaizola, but you can call me Bermi. I’m based between London (UK) and Irun, in the Basque Country. My background as an architect deeply influences the way I draw, think and approach each project.
I studied architecture at the Higher Technical School of Architecture in San Sebastián, spent a year in Rome sketching its beautiful ruins, and lived ten years in London, where I developed my passion for illustration.
As a visualiser and illustrator, I specialise in creating detailed visual representations of buildings, places and concepts, helping people imagine spaces before they’re built. I collaborate with councils, architects, landscape architects, urban designers, graphic designers and changemakers, translating their ideas into warm, accessible visuals that resonate with communities.
My illustrations are used in presentations, marketing materials, and even in planning applications and public consultations. Some of my work is displayed publicly in London and the Basque Country, through murals, hoardings and educational panels.
Beyond architecture, I enjoy working on creative projects such as vibrant illustrated maps, public campaigns and children’s books – two of which have been published by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). In 2019, one of my illustrations was exhibited in the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition in London.
Most of my clients are based in the UK and the Basque Country, and I work fluently in English, Spanish and Basque.
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Especializada en ilustración arquitectónica, doy vida a las ideas a través de la narración visual, transformando conceptos complejos en imágenes accesibles, atractivas que hacen sonreír a las personas.
Mi nombre es Nerea Bermejo Olaizola, ¡pero puedes llamarme Bermi! Me formé en la Escuela Técnica Superior de Arquitectura en San Sebastián, España. Pasé un año en Roma dibujando sus hermosas ruinas y viví diez años en Londres, donde desarrollé mi pasión por la ilustración. Ahora, entre Londres y el País Vasco, mi formación como arquitecta influye profundamente en mi trabajo. Me especializo en crear representaciones visuales detalladas de edificios y diseños, ayudando a mis clientes a visualizar los espacios antes de que sean construidos. Trabajo con ayuntamientos, arquitectos, paisajistas, urbanistas, agencias de comunicación, eventos culturales y emprendedores, colaborando especialmente con arquitectos y diseñadores en la visualización de lugares e ideas. Tengo varias de mis ilustraciones en espacios públicos en Londres y el País Vasco, en forma de paneles informativos, educativos y murales. He creado dos libros educativos sobre arquitectura para niños, publicados por el Royal Institute of British Architects. En 2019, uno de mis dibujos tuvo el honor de ser exhibido en la Exposición de Verano de la Royal Academy of Arts en Londres.
Estoy especializada en proyectos del entorno urbano, pero me encanta trabajar con gente entusiasta en proyectos diversos y divertidos. La mayor parte de mi trabajo es para clientes con sede en el Reino Unido, así como en el País Vasco. Hablo en inglés, español y euskera.
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Clients / Clientes:
HTA Design, Berkeley Group, Peabody, NHS, London Wildlife Trust, Epping Forest District, Harlow & Gilston Garden Town, RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects), Ayuntamiento de Irun, Accenture, Taylor Wimpey,, Wandsworth Council, George Calver Architects, Happy Planet Toys, Birch, L‑and, The London Society, Archinect, Ecosulis...
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Clients & Testimonials:
“We love it. You’ve done a fantastic job translating these ideas into illustration. The vibrancy and excitement of seeing the project come to life is fantastic. We’re absolutely delighted!”
“The visuals were really helpful for our meeting with the Council and will be a great tool moving forward. We were really pleased with what you produced and will definitely recommend you to the various teams across the projects!”
“First-class work — and the client is very happy!”
“We presented the client with your artwork on Wednesday and she was delighted beyond words. Many thanks!”
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Listen to me on Monocle Radio, The Urbanist:
​​The Urbanist, Monocle Podcast hosted by Andrew Tuck: Inspiring young urbanists
https://monocle.com/radio/shows/the-urbanist/685/
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