Business Details
11 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architects & Surveyors in Dorset
Spase Design is an award-winning practice rooted in Dorset, specialising in sustainable architecture and building surveying across residential, commercial, and heritage sectors. With a focus on decarbonisation and innovative design, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern technologies to deliver projects that balance context, functionality, and environmental responsibility. Our team of RIBA-chartered architects and RICS-chartered surveyors brings decades of collective experience, evidenced by accolades such as the AJ Retrofit & Reuse Awards and RICS Awards.We prioritise client collaboration, tailoring solutions from initial concept to completion while championing sustainable practices, including Passivhaus standards and renewable energy integration. Our expertise in heritage conservation ensures historic buildings are preserved and repurposed with technical precision and creative vision.
Services
Architectural Design
Building Surveying
Heritage Conservation
Sustainable Design
Passivhaus Certification
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer 10+ years of expertise in heritage and sustainable architecture.
- Our team holds RIBA and RICS professional accreditations for assured quality.
- We pioneered the UK's first carbon-neutral Tudor estate renovation.
- We provide end-to-end project management from planning to completion.
- Our Passivhaus-certified architects lead in low-energy building design.
Associations and certifications
- RIBA
- RICS
- Passivhaus Institute
What people say
Award-winning
Sustainable focus
Client-centric
Heritage expertise
Innovative solutions
Services
Architectural Design
We create bespoke architectural designs tailored to client needs, blending modern innovation with traditional craftsmanship. Our process prioritises sustainability, spatial efficiency, and contextual harmony. Projects range from contemporary residential builds to complex heritage renovations, ensuring technical excellence and aesthetic value.
Building Surveying
Our RICS-accredited surveyors provide detailed property assessments, including condition reports and dilapidation surveys. We specialise in historic buildings, offering quinquennial inspections and maintenance strategies. Services ensure compliance, inform renovations, and support commercial lease management with technical precision.
Heritage Conservation
We specialise in preserving Grade I and II listed buildings through sympathetic alterations and modern extensions. Our accredited team navigates planning permissions and Historic England guidelines, combining conservation principles with sustainable upgrades for heritage assets.
Sustainable Design
Our sustainable designs integrate renewable technologies, low-carbon materials, and energy-efficient systems. Expertise includes SAP assessments, fabric-first approaches, and retrofitting historic properties to meet modern environmental standards while maintaining architectural integrity.
Passivhaus Certification
We deliver Passivhaus-certified projects with ultra-low energy consumption. Services include design optimisation, airtightness testing, and thermal performance analysis. Our architects have completed self-build and commercial projects meeting rigorous international standards for comfort and sustainability.
People
Stefan Pitman
Managing Director
Chartered Building Surveyor with 17 years' experience, specialising in heritage conservation and decarbonisation. Holds an MSc in Historic Environment Conservation. Led award-winning projects like Athelhampton Zero, merging sustainability with historic preservation.
Erin Mcloughlin
Chartered Architect
Over 10 years' experience in residential architecture, including listed properties and community projects. Focused on wellbeing through nature-connected design. Graduated from Oxford Brookes University, with expertise in planning permissions and bespoke homes.
Sarah Small
Chartered Architect
Passivhaus-certified architect with 20+ years' experience in sustainable design. Self-built a zero-carbon home in Dorset and led retrofit projects like Beaucroft College. Specialises in low-energy schools and renewable technology integration.
Ian Cardy
Chartered Architect
25 years' experience across public and private sectors, including complex projects like Chesil Cove School. Advocates for artisanal craftsmanship in modern architecture. Volunteers for Blood Bike charities and explores heritage through language studies.
Stuart Hoyle
Senior Architect
25+ years in residential, healthcare, and education sectors. Led Kings House development in Brighton. Passionate about sustainable living and renewable technologies. Combines Japanese architectural influences with British countryside exploration.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in sustainable design, heritage conservation, Passivhaus-certified builds, and full-cycle architectural services from planning to completion.
Are you accredited for heritage building projects?
Yes, we are RIBA and RICS accredited with expertise in Grade I/II listed buildings and Historic England compliance.
How do you incorporate sustainability into designs?
We use fabric-first principles, renewable energy systems, and low-carbon materials, evidenced by our Passivhaus-certified projects and carbon-neutral retrofits.
Can you manage large-scale commercial projects?
Yes, we handle projects from small residential extensions to large commercial developments with dedicated project management.
How do I request a project consultation?
Contact us via phone or email for a free, no-obligation quote tailored to your project's specific needs.
