About Us
10 years of Production Partnerships
No-office Studio began by chance.
It started with an unexpected invitation to Genoa, Italy to serve as a healthcare design expert on the first-ever healthcare project by the Renzo Piano Building Workshop: a children’s hospice in the trees.
That pivotal role shaped the beginning of the No-office Studio approach to architectural support an approach to architectural support that values expertise, collaboration, and impact.
No-office Studio is passionate about the built environment. We like to help other designers execute their projects, and we genuinely enjoy learning the different ways that other designers operate.
Who we are
Your Support Team is made of 3 friends, dedicated to quality production and beautiful design.
No-office Studio is well versed in the big picture ideas, international construction best practices, detail drawings, etc.
We are passionate about design history, progressive technologies, and social purpose.
Rion Philbin
Principal Architect / Founding Partner
Rion Philbin is a Brooklyn-based architectural designer, strategist, and educator.
With over 15 years of experience across the U.S. and Europe, his expertise spans luxury residential, healthcare, cultural, and exhibition design, with a deep focus on Human Experience —shaping spaces around inclusive analysis.
His career includes managing projects in New York, Italy, Germany, leading everything from conceptual development to on-site execution.
With a passion for architectural storytelling, spatial psychology, and human-centered environments, Rion continues to push boundaries in how buildings function and feel.
Nikola Milanović
Senior Associate Architect
Nikola is an award‑winning architect whose work bridges collective housing design, advanced BIM implementation in Archicad, and a forward‑looking approach to technology.
With a practice grounded in clarity, precision, and long‑term urban responsibility, he leads projects that balance spatial quality, regulatory rigor, and contemporary living needs.
His professional focus is complemented by a lifelong passion for engineering, cars, and motorcycles, which fuels his curiosity for innovation and performance across disciplines.
Francesca Maculan
Director of Studio Operations / Founding Partner
Born and raised in Italy, she received a Master's Degree in Law, and grew her professional career in Vancouver, Milan, Berlin, and New York.
At No office Studio she takes a hands-on role in managing the daily operations. She is passionate about keeping the studio administrative side running smoothly so that the creative team can focus on bringing fresh ideas to life.
With an astute eye for design, Francesca helps to ensure a strong balance between organizational rigor and delivering design excellence.
What We Do
Architectural documentation & production:
Buildable, NYC-ready drawing sets for luxury residential interiors and architecture.Design development & detailing:
Layouts, sections, millwork, finishes, and coordination that protect design intent.Concept development & feasibility:
Early-phase studies, diagrams, and code-aware planning to test ideas before they scale.Visualization & presentation support:
Render-ready drawings and visual packages for approvals, marketing, and sales.ADA & accessibility review:
Inclusive design guidance that integrates accessibility thoughtfully and intelligently.Flexible collaboration models
Short-term production support or long-term partnership, tailored to your workflow.
How We Work
We join projects at the moment production begins, integrating smoothly with your team and workflow. Efficient, precise, and valuable by design.
Our services are available on an hourly basis or through project-based and ongoing contracts.
Get in Touch
Interested in working together? Share a few details about your project below. We’ll review and follow up within 48 hours.