Business Details
Award-Winning Architects in Hampshire & Across the UK
Studio Four Architects is a RIBA chartered, award-winning architectural practice with approximately 30 staff, primarily based in Hampshire. Our team works across diverse sectors, including healthcare, education, residential, commercial, and community projects. Our ethos of 'ownership' ensures we oversee designs from concept to completion, delivering quality architecture that exceeds client expectations. We manage every stage of the construction process, offering services such as feasibility studies, technical design, and on-site support.Sustainability is central to our operations, reflected in our Carbon Reduction Plan and ISO 14001 accreditation efforts. Our commitment to staff development and collaboration with clients, consultants, and contractors ensures innovative, client-focused solutions. With offices in Romsey and Winchester, we deliver projects across the UK and internationally, combining creativity with practicality to create lasting architectural value.
Services
Healthcare Architecture
Education Architecture
Residential Design
Commercial Projects
Community Schemes
Sustainable Design
Heritage Conservation
Marine Architecture
Industrial Projects
Highlights and features
- We oversee projects from concept to completion through all RIBA stages.
- Our team combines expertise in healthcare, education, and heritage architecture.
- Sustainability is embedded in our design and operational practices.
- We collaborate closely with clients, consultants, and contractors for optimal results.
- Our staff participate in regular CPD and sustainability training programs.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 14001
Services
Healthcare Architecture
Studio Four Architects specialises in healthcare projects, including hospitals, clinics, and care homes. Our designs prioritise functionality, patient comfort, and compliance with sector-specific regulations. We collaborate with healthcare professionals to create spaces that enhance care delivery and operational efficiency.
Education Architecture
We design educational facilities ranging from primary schools to universities, focusing on inspiring learning environments. Our projects integrate modern pedagogical needs with sustainable practices, ensuring spaces that support student engagement and institutional growth.
Heritage Conservation
Our team preserves and adapts listed buildings using specialist conservation techniques. We balance historical integrity with modern functionality, ensuring compliance with heritage regulations while meeting contemporary usage requirements.
Sustainable Design
Sustainability underpins all our projects, from energy-efficient systems to eco-friendly materials. We develop tailored strategies for each site, aligning with our ISO 14001 accreditation goals and reducing environmental impact throughout the building lifecycle.
Commercial Projects
We create commercial spaces including shops, gyms, and marine facilities. Our designs focus on user experience, brand identity, and operational practicality, ensuring commercial viability while maintaining architectural excellence.
People
Amy Speed
Architect
Amy Speed is a skilled architect at Studio Four, contributing to diverse projects across healthcare and residential sectors. Her focus on detail and client collaboration ensures designs meet both functional and aesthetic needs.
Gareth Jenkins
Director + Architect
Gareth Jenkins leads architectural projects with a commitment to innovation and sustainability. His expertise spans multiple sectors, ensuring Studio Four delivers high-quality, client-focused solutions that align with evolving industry standards.
Claire Lingham
Associate Director + Architect + Passivhaus Designer
Claire Lingham combines architectural design with Passivhaus expertise, driving sustainable solutions for Studio Four's projects. Her leadership in eco-friendly design contributes to the practice's environmental and technical excellence.
Lauren Honey
Architect + Heritage Consultant
Lauren Honey specialises in heritage architecture, blending conservation expertise with modern design. Her work ensures historic buildings are preserved while meeting contemporary functional and sustainability standards.
Peter Barnett
Director + Architect
Peter Barnett oversees architectural projects with a focus on quality and client satisfaction. His leadership in healthcare and commercial sectors ensures Studio Four maintains its reputation for innovative, practical design solutions.
Questions
What sectors does Studio Four Architects specialise in?
We work across healthcare, education, residential, commercial, community, and heritage sectors, delivering tailored architectural solutions for each.
How does Studio Four incorporate sustainability into projects?
Sustainability is central to our design process, including energy-efficient systems, eco-friendly materials, and compliance with ISO 14001 standards.
Can Studio Four handle international architectural projects?
While primarily based in the UK, we deliver projects internationally, applying our expertise to diverse cultural and environmental contexts.
What is Studio Four's approach to client collaboration?
We prioritise close collaboration, managing projects through all RIBA stages and maintaining open communication to align with client goals.
Reviews (1)
Emily Tyrwhitt-Drake
Apr 29, 2022
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We are working with Claire at Studio Four Architects on a barn conversion project. Claire has worked very hard to come up with plans that not only express her brilliant creativity, but she has also carefully worked in our ideas and all planning considerations (her knowledge is second to none). Claire has gone above and beyond for us and we can't recommend her or the firm more highly.
