Business Details
17 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Studio in Manchester
SPACE Architecture+Planning is a studio dedicated to creating meaningful architectural solutions for discerning clients. Founded in 2009 by Sonia Pabla, a Chartered Architect with over two decades of professional experience, we combine technical expertise with creative vision. Our practice focuses on delivering bespoke designs that respect historical contexts while meeting modern living requirements. Specializing in projects ranging from home extensions to new builds, we provide comprehensive services from initial concept to construction completion. Our team prioritizes a collaborative approach, ensuring clients feel empowered throughout the design process.With particular expertise in Grade 2 listed buildings and conservation areas, we navigate complex planning requirements with precision. Our commitment to quality craftsmanship and client satisfaction has established us as trusted professionals in Manchester and surrounding regions. We offer free consultations to help clients explore their architectural possibilities. Our work is showcased through completed projects in St. Helens, Runcorn, Altrincham, and Didsbury. By maintaining a client-centric philosophy, we transform ideas into enduring architectural solutions that balance functionality with aesthetic excellence.
Services
Home Extensions
Planning Applications
Design Workshops
Conservation Projects
New Builds
Demolition Schemes
Measured Surveys
Building Regulations
Concept Design
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of architectural expertise since 2002
- Our team specializes in Grade 2 listed building renovations
- We provide free initial architectural consultations
- Our client-centric approach empowers design collaboration
- We handle complex planning applications in conservation areas
Services
Home Extensions
We design and implement tailored home extensions that respect architectural heritage while meeting modern needs. Our expertise includes navigating planning permissions for conservation areas and Grade 2 listed buildings. With collaborative client engagement, we deliver functional spaces that enhance property value and living comfort through precise technical execution.
Planning Applications
Our team guides clients through complex planning application processes for projects exceeding permitted development rights. We prepare comprehensive documentation and liaise with local authorities to secure approvals for householder applications, conservation area developments, and demolition schemes while maintaining design integrity.
Design Workshops
Three-hour on-site workshops provide measured surveys, scaled sketches, and expert advice tailored to client ideas. These collaborative sessions foster creative exploration while establishing practical parameters for residential projects, ensuring alignment between vision and feasibility from the earliest stages.
Conservation Projects
Specialized in conservation area developments, we balance modernization with historical preservation. Our approach combines technical knowledge of heritage requirements with contemporary design solutions, maintaining architectural character while enhancing functionality for modern living standards in protected properties.
New Builds
From concept to completion, we manage new build projects with attention to detail and regulatory compliance. Our process integrates client aspirations with practical considerations, delivering bespoke residential solutions that meet building regulations while achieving aesthetic and functional excellence.
People
Sonia Pabla
Founder & Chartered Architect
Founder of SPACE Architecture + Planning with 20+ years professional experience. Chartered Architect since 2002, specializing in residential projects across Manchester and surrounding areas. Leads design teams with commitment to client collaboration and architectural excellence.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in residential projects including home extensions, new builds, and conservation developments. Our expertise covers planning applications, design workshops, and building regulations compliance for properties in Manchester and surrounding areas.
Do you work with listed buildings?
Yes, we have particular experience with Grade 2 listed buildings and properties in conservation areas. Our team provides expert guidance through planning processes while preserving historical character during modernization projects.
How do initial consultations work?
We offer free initial consultations to discuss project scope, requirements, and feasibility. This includes assessing whether planning applications are needed and providing guidance on next steps for your architectural project.
What areas do you serve?
Based in West Didsbury, Manchester, we serve clients across Greater Manchester and surrounding regions including St. Helens, Runcorn, and Altrincham for residential architectural projects.
How do design workshops function?
Our 3-hour on-site workshops include measured surveys, scaled sketches, and tailored advice. These sessions help develop initial ideas into actionable plans while considering technical requirements and budget parameters for your project.
