About Us
We Unite Strategy, Research And Urban Design
Who we are
We shape complex urban projects by uniting multidisciplinary teams to create coherent, resilient urban systems. From masterplanning to feasibility studies, we turn long-term visions into actionable strategies. Through research and strategic advisory, we analyze spatial, social, and environmental patterns to reveal opportunities, guide decisions, and maximize the long-term value of development. At every scale, we combine insight, design, and strategy to deliver urban environments that are functional, meaningful, and enduring.
We unite strategy, research, and design to create resilient, thoughtful, and enduring urban environments.
Disciplines
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Masterplanning
As a masterplanning studio, we operate at the strategic core of complex urban projects. We coordinate multidisciplinary teams—bringing together experts in landscape architecture, transportation, engineering, and environmental design—to ensure each project evolves as a coherent, resilient urban system. Beyond design, we guide the planning framework and translate long-term visions into implementable strategies.
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Feasibility studies
We conduct feasibility studies that evaluate the spatial, technical, and economic potential of development sites. Through careful research, analysis, and comprehensive scenario testing, we identify opportunities and constraints that shape viable project directions. Our studies provide clients with clear and practical strategic insight, helping transform early ideas into informed and achievable development concepts.
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Architecture
We develop architecture with clarity, precision, and a strong relationship to place. Our work is influenced by the principles of Swiss architecture—careful proportion, refined detailing, and honest material expression. We focus on creating spaces that are calm, durable, and thoughtfully composed, where form, structure, and material work together to produce architecture with lasting quality.
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Research & Strategy
Urban Lab provides research and strategic advisory services for urban development. We analyze spatial patterns, social dynamics, and environmental conditions to understand how places function. Through this work, we help clients define directions, identify opportunities, and structure projects. Our research supports well-informed decisions and long-term project value.
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Consultations
We provide professional support throughout the development process — from early feasibility and property assessment to project coordination, approvals, and commissioning.
Our Team
Team:
Tils Zigmunds Ozoliņš, Dana Pētersone Jakimova, Kristaps Krivads, Louis Battenfeld, Mauritz van der Vliet
Previously:
Lauma Auziņa, Sandis Radziņš, Marvin van Koll, Ömer Gürel, Ralfs Ašaks, Camila Yakubova, Andis Dzenis
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