Business Details
11 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architects in Dorchester, Dorset
Spase Design is an award-winning practice founded in 2015, specialising in sustainable design, heritage conservation, and architectural excellence across residential, commercial, and listed buildings. Our team of RIBA-chartered architects and RICS-chartered surveyors combines traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation to deliver bespoke solutions tailored to client needs. With expertise in Passivhaus standards, low-carbon design, and decarbonisation projects, we have earned national recognition, including AJ Retrofit & Reuse Awards and RICS Awards.Our approach prioritises contextual sensitivity, natural materials, and energy efficiency, ensuring projects meet both aesthetic and environmental goals. We maintain strong client relationships through transparent communication, technical precision, and a commitment to exceeding expectations in every project phase, from feasibility studies to contract administration.
Services
Architectural Design
Building Surveying
Heritage Conservation
Sustainable Design
Passivhaus Certification
Planning Permission
Technical Design
Contract Administration
Eco Renovations
Listed Building Consent
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer 10+ years of expertise in heritage and sustainable architecture.
- Our team holds RIBA and RICS accreditations for professional excellence.
- We deliver bespoke solutions balancing tradition with modern innovation.
- Award-winning track record in national and European architectural awards.
- We prioritise client collaboration from concept to project completion.
Associations and certifications
- RIBA
- RICS
- Passivhaus Designer
What people say
Award-winning team
Sustainable expertise
Client-focused approach
Heritage conservation excellence
Technical precision
Services
Architectural Design
We create bespoke architectural solutions for residential, commercial, and heritage projects. Our RIBA-chartered architects combine creativity with technical expertise to deliver designs that meet client needs while adhering to planning regulations. From concept sketches to construction drawings, we ensure every project reflects its context and achieves long-term functionality and aesthetic value.
Heritage Conservation
Specialising in Grade I, II*, and II listed properties, we provide sympathetic alterations and extensions. Our RICS-accredited team prepares conservation statements, secures Listed Building Consent, and collaborates with Historic England to preserve architectural heritage while integrating modern sustainability standards without compromising historical integrity.
Sustainable Design
We lead decarbonisation projects using fabric-first principles and renewable technologies. Our Passivhaus-certified architects design energy-efficient buildings that reduce carbon footprints, including retrofitting historic properties with modern insulation and low-carbon heating systems to meet net-zero targets while maintaining structural authenticity.
Building Surveying
As RICS-chartered surveyors, we conduct detailed building surveys, quinquennial inspections, and dilapidation assessments. Our services cover condition reporting, defect analysis, and maintenance planning for residential and commercial properties, ensuring compliance with regulations and long-term asset value preservation.
Planning Permission
We manage planning submissions and negotiations with local authorities to secure approvals for new builds, extensions, and heritage projects. Our expertise in local policies and successful track record ensure streamlined processes, minimising delays and maximising approval chances for complex developments.
People
Stefan Pitman
Chartered Building Surveyor
Managing Director with 17 years' experience, Stefan specialises in heritage conservation and sustainable design. He led the award-winning Athelhampton Zero project and holds a Master's in Historic Environment Conservation. He focuses on decarbonising heritage buildings while maintaining their cultural significance.
Erin Mcloughlin
Chartered Architect
With over a decade in residential architecture, Erin excels in listed property refurbishments and new builds. She advocates for nature-connected design to enhance wellbeing and has contributed to community projects like village halls and arts venues, blending functionality with environmental sensitivity.
Sarah Small
Chartered Architect
A Passivhaus designer with 20+ years' experience, Sarah specialises in low-energy architecture. She self-built her own certified Passivhaus home and led the retrofit of Beaucroft College, reducing CO2 emissions by 76%. Her work focuses on sustainable education and residential projects.
Ian Cardy
Chartered Architect
With 25 years in diverse sectors, Ian has delivered complex projects like Chesil Cove School and Sherborne House. He values artisan craftsmanship and community engagement, ensuring projects align with client visions while overcoming technical challenges in historic and modern contexts.
Stuart Hoyle
Senior Architect
Stuart has 25+ years in residential, healthcare, and education sectors. He designed the Kings House luxury apartments in Hove and champions sustainable materials. His work integrates renewable technologies and contextual design to create functional, eco-conscious spaces.
Questions
What architectural services do SPASE offer?
We provide full architectural design, heritage conservation, sustainable retrofitting, planning permission, and contract administration services for residential and commercial projects.
Are SPASE qualified for listed building projects?
Yes, our RIBA and RICS-accredited team specialises in Grade I, II*, and II listed buildings, securing Listed Building Consent and delivering sensitive renovations.
How does SPASE incorporate sustainability?
We use Passivhaus standards, low-carbon materials, and renewable energy systems. Our projects like Athelhampton Zero demonstrate net-zero retrofitting expertise.
Can SPASE assist with planning applications?
Yes, we manage planning submissions, liaise with authorities, and ensure compliance with local policies to secure approvals for complex developments.
What awards has SPASE won?
We've won AJ Retrofit & Reuse Awards, RICS Awards, and Structural Timber Awards for projects like Sherborne House and Athelhampton Zero.
