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11 Years
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Award-Winning Architects in Dorset | Spase Design
Spase Design is an award-winning practice founded in 2015, specialising in sustainable architecture and building surveying. Our team of RIBA-chartered architects and RICS-chartered surveyors combines traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation to deliver bespoke solutions for residential, commercial, and heritage projects across the UK. With expertise in Passivhaus design, decarbonisation, and listed building conservation, we prioritise context-driven design, natural materials, and energy efficiency.Recognised with accolades including AJ Retrofit & Reuse Awards and RICS Awards, we offer end-to-end project management from feasibility studies to contract administration. Our commitment to sustainability is evidenced by pioneering projects like Athelhampton Zero, a carbon-neutral Tudor estate retrofit. We maintain strong client relationships, ensuring tailored service delivery aligned with individual needs and regulatory standards.
Services
Architectural Design
Building Surveying
Heritage Conservation
Sustainable Design
Passivhaus Certification
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- Award-winning expertise in heritage and sustainable architecture
- RIBA and RICS chartered professionals with sector-specific accreditations
- Proven track record in decarbonisation and Passivhaus projects
- End-to-end project management from concept to completion
- Tailored solutions for listed buildings and modern developments
Associations and certifications
- RIBA
- RICS
- Passivhaus Designers
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design service creates bespoke solutions balancing aesthetic appeal with functional efficiency. Specialising in new builds, extensions, and adaptive reuse, we employ 3D modelling and traditional drafting to realise client visions. Projects range from contemporary residential developments to sensitive heritage interventions, always prioritising sustainability and regulatory compliance.
Building Surveying
Comprehensive building surveying services cover condition assessments, dilapidation reports, and quinquennial inspections for residential and commercial properties. We provide detailed analysis of structural integrity, maintenance requirements, and compliance with building regulations, particularly for historic and listed buildings requiring specialist care.
Heritage Conservation
Specialist heritage conservation addresses Grade I/II* listed buildings and historic estates. Our approach combines traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to preserve architectural integrity while implementing necessary upgrades. Services include Listed Building Consent applications, joinery details, and collaboration with Historic England for sympathetic alterations and reuse projects.
Sustainable Design
Sustainable design integrates low-carbon principles across projects, from fabric-first approaches to renewable energy systems. We deliver energy-efficient solutions like air-source heat pumps and SAP-certified Passivhaus standards, reducing CO2 emissions by up to 76% in recent school retrofits while maintaining aesthetic and functional excellence.
Passivhaus Certification
Passivhaus services encompass design, certification, and construction oversight for ultra-low energy buildings. Our team includes accredited designers with hands-on experience in achieving 0.37ach air tightness standards. We apply these principles to both new builds and retrofits, ensuring optimal thermal performance and occupant comfort.
People
Stefan Pitman
Managing Director
Chartered Building Surveyor with 17 years' experience, specialising in heritage conservation and decarbonisation. Holds MSc in Historic Environment Conservation. Leads award-winning projects like Athelhampton Zero, combining sustainability with traditional craftsmanship.
Erin Mcloughlin
Chartered Architect
RIBA-accredited architect with decade-long expertise in residential design, listed property refurbishments, and community projects. Focuses on wellbeing through nature-connected design. Notable work includes Sherborne's contemporary arts pavilion development.
Sarah Small
Chartered Architect
Passivhaus Designer with 20+ years' experience in sustainable architecture. Achieved 0.37ach air tightness in self-built home. Specialises in low-energy retrofits, including Beaucroft College's SALIX-funded SEN facility with 76% CO2 reduction.
Ian Cardy
Chartered Architect
25-year veteran in diverse sectors from healthcare to education. Recognised for complex projects like Chesil Cove School and Sherborne House. Combines modern design with artisanal craftsmanship, maintaining active involvement in heritage preservation initiatives.
Stuart Hoyle
Senior Architect
25+ years' experience across residential, healthcare, and hospitality sectors. Expertise in sustainable technologies and adaptive reuse projects. Notable work includes Kings House luxury apartment conversion on Hove seafront with contemporary extensions.
Questions
What architectural services do SPASE offer?
We provide full architectural services from concept design to contract administration, specialising in sustainable new builds, heritage conservation, Passivhaus standards, and technical design for residential and commercial projects.
Are SPASE accredited professionals?
Yes, our team includes RIBA-chartered architects and RICS-chartered surveyors with additional accreditations in Passivhaus design and heritage conservation.
Do they handle listed building projects?
Yes, we specialise in Grade I/II* listed buildings, offering Listed Building Consent applications, conservation statements, and sympathetic alterations combining traditional methods with modern sustainability solutions.
Can they assist with planning permission?
We manage full planning applications, including complex heritage schemes, with proven success in securing approvals for sensitive refurbishments and new developments across southern England.
What sustainability credentials do they have?
We lead in low-carbon design with Passivhaus expertise, renewable technologies, and fabric-first approaches. Recent projects achieved 76% CO2 reductions and carbon-neutral retrofits like Athelhampton Zero.
How long has SPASE been operating?
Established in 2015 by Stefan Pitman, we've delivered award-winning projects for nine years, combining our team's cumulative 100+ years of architectural and surveying experience.
