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Sonia Nicolson | Architect & Former University Lecturer helping students and women in design master hand drawing and build creative careers.
1:1 Architecture Tutorial
1:1 Architecture Tutorial
Expert feedback on your architecture project from a Chartered Architect and former University Lecturer.
Sometimes you don’t need another YouTube tutorial, another Pinterest board or another night staring at your drawings.
You need someone experienced to look at your work with you and help you figure out what to do next.
My 1:1 Architecture Tutorials are private online sessions designed to give you focused, practical feedback on the work you’re doing right now.
Bring your drawings, plans, sketches, models, presentation boards or even a half-developed idea, and we’ll work through it together - just like we would in a university tutorial.
With over 15 years of experience teaching architecture and design students, I’ve helped thousands of students develop their ideas, improve their drawings and communicate their projects more clearly.
You don’t need to have everything figured out before we meet.
That’s the point of the tutorial.
Is This Right for You?
A 1:1 tutorial is ideal if you’re:
Studying Architecture, Interior Design or a related creative course
Stuck on a current design project
Unsure how to develop your idea
Struggling to translate your ideas into drawings
Trying to understand or respond to tutor feedback
Preparing for a crit, review or submission
Unsure what drawings you actually need
Struggling with plans, sections, elevations or perspective
Worried that your presentation isn’t communicating your project clearly
Looking for a second opinion before you submit your work
You don’t need a finished project.
Bring what you have, tell me where you’re stuck, and we’ll start there.
What We Can Work On
Every tutorial is completely tailored to your project and what you need help with.
We might look at:
Design development
Plans, sections and elevations
Perspective drawing
Architectural sketching
Drawing composition and line weight
Presentation drawings
Layout and visual communication
Developing a design concept
Communicating your ideas more clearly
Responding to tutor or crit feedback
Preparing for an upcoming review or submission
Deciding what to work on next
This isn’t about me redesigning your project for you.
It’s about helping you see your project more clearly, ask better questions and make stronger design decisions yourself.
What You’ll Leave With
After your tutorial, you should have:
Clear, practical feedback on your work
A better understanding of what is and isn’t working
Specific ideas for how to develop your project
Priorities for what to work on next
Greater confidence in the decisions you’re making
Most importantly, I want you to finish the session knowing: “Right. I know what I need to do now.”
How It Works
1. Book your tutorial
Choose a time that works for you.
2. Send me your work
Before we meet, you’ll be able to send your drawings, sketches, plans, presentation boards or anything else you’d like me to look at.
It doesn’t need to be polished or finished.
3. Meet online
We’ll spend 60 minutes together reviewing your project, talking through where you’re stuck and working out your next steps.
4. Get back to your project
You’ll leave with clear priorities and practical actions you can start working on straight away.
Book Your 1:1 Architecture Tutorial
60-minute private online tutorial
Perfect if you need focused, expert feedback on a current architecture or design project.
Bring the messy drawings. Bring the half-formed idea. Bring the tutor feedback you don’t understand.
We’ll work through it together.
Success stories
"Working with Sonia in our 1:1 coaching sessions has been a game-changer for me! What sets her apart is her ability to make each session feel tailored and inspiring. She took the time to understand my goals and provided insightful feedback and personalized guidance that significantly improved my skills. Not only did I learn invaluable techniques, but I also gained confidence in my abilities as an artist. If you want to unlock your creative potential, I can't recommend her coaching enough!" - Rebecca, Artist & Designer
A Note Before Booking
These sessions are designed to help you learn, improve and think like a designer.
I won’t complete coursework or projects for you. Instead, I’ll challenge your thinking, provide honest feedback, and help you develop the skills and confidence to produce your own best work.
Sessions are typically scheduled within one week of booking.
As mentoring is a personalised service, refunds are not available once a session has taken place.
If you have any questions before booking, I’d be happy to help.

