
Athanasios “Sakis” Veroulis, Int’l. Assoc. AIA
Co-Founder / Project Architect
Athanasios Veroulis is a co-founder of SM Studio with over 15 years of experience in architecture and construction across the U.S. and Europe.
Originally from Greece, he earned his architecture degree from the University of Niš (GAF) and is a registered architect in Greece.
Athanasios leads the studio’s design-build projects, combining technical expertise with hands-on construction insight. Athanasios is driven by a passion for efficient, well-executed design and a commitment to building with precision, care and the highest standard.
Originally from Greece, he earned his architecture degree from the University of Niš (GAF) and is a registered architect in Greece.
Athanasios leads the studio’s design-build projects, combining technical expertise with hands-on construction insight. Athanasios is driven by a passion for efficient, well-executed design and a commitment to building with precision, care and the highest standard.

Marija Ristic, RA, AIA
Co-Founder / Principal Architect
Marija Ristic is a co-founder of SM Studio with over 15 years of experience in architecture and design across New York. Originally from Serbia, she earned her architecture degree from the University of Niš (GAF) and has been based in New York since 2008. She is a licensed architect in New York.
Marija leads the studio’s design direction, focusing on context-driven solutions that balance creativity with technical precision. She guides architectural design, planning, and code compliance with a collaborative approach and a deep understanding of New York City’s zoning and building regulations.
Marija leads the studio’s design direction, focusing on context-driven solutions that balance creativity with technical precision. She guides architectural design, planning, and code compliance with a collaborative approach and a deep understanding of New York City’s zoning and building regulations.