Business Details
15 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architectural Practice in London
Established in 2011, we are a multi-award-winning architectural practice specialising in housing and mixed-use developments. Our expertise lies in delivering innovative solutions to complex design challenges, from creating functional spaces within existing structures to pioneering energy-efficient buildings. With projects spanning London, Surrey, Brussels, and Taipei, we combine technical precision with creative vision to address diverse client needs. Recognised in the Architecture Foundation's New Architects 4 publication, our work has earned international acclaim through accolades such as the German Design Award and AIA UK Design Award.Our team's problem-solving approach ensures each project balances aesthetic appeal with practical functionality, serving both private and institutional clients. We maintain a strong commitment to advancing architectural discourse through experimental projects like the EU's first Pan-European Memorial and London's only wooden church. Our practice operates from West Hampstead, London, and continues to push boundaries in contemporary design.
Services
Housing Design
Mixed-Use Development
Memorial Architecture
Sustainable Building
Urban Redevelopment
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer over a decade of experience in innovative architectural design
- Our team has won multiple international awards for creative solutions
- We specialise in transforming challenging spaces into functional environments
- Our portfolio includes landmark projects like London's only wooden church
- We combine technical expertise with artistic vision in every project
What people say
Award-winning designs
Creative problem-solving
International reputation
Energy-efficient solutions
Historic preservation
Services
Housing Design
We create innovative housing solutions that maximise space efficiency while maintaining aesthetic appeal. Our expertise spans from compact studio flats to large-scale apartment blocks, incorporating modern living requirements with sustainable materials. Each project balances functionality with architectural creativity to deliver homes that enhance residents' quality of life.
Memorial Architecture
Our memorial projects combine emotional sensitivity with architectural innovation, creating spaces that honour historical events and cultural heritage. From Brussels' Pan-European Memorial to the Belgian Cemetery Chapel, we craft meaningful environments that balance solemnity with contemporary design principles while respecting their historical context.
Sustainable Building
We specialise in energy-efficient construction methods demonstrated through projects like Surrey's vintage car specialist headquarters. Our approach integrates passive design strategies with modern materials to reduce environmental impact while maintaining structural integrity and aesthetic value across commercial and residential developments.
Urban Redevelopment
Our urban projects transform existing structures into functional modern spaces, as seen in London's Peckham Square redevelopment and Kingston Community Hub. We address complex spatial challenges through adaptive reuse strategies that preserve architectural heritage while meeting contemporary urban living requirements.
Cultural Architecture
We design culturally significant buildings like the Emotional Architecture Exhibition and Urban Hermitage projects. Our work in this sector combines artistic vision with practical considerations, creating spaces that host cultural activities while making meaningful contributions to their urban or rural contexts.
People
Tszwai So
Founding Director
Tszwai So established Spheron Architects in 2011 after studying at the University of Hong Kong and AA School of Architecture. His visionary approach has earned international recognition, including inclusion in the Architecture Foundation's New Architects 4. He leads the practice's design direction and has delivered award-winning projects across Europe and Asia.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in housing design, memorial architecture, sustainable building, urban redevelopment, and cultural projects, with particular expertise in transforming challenging spaces into functional environments.
Do you work on international projects?
Yes, our portfolio includes projects in London, Surrey, Brussels, Taipei, and Liverpool, demonstrating our capability to deliver context-sensitive designs across different cultural and regulatory environments.
What awards have you received?
We've received multiple international awards including the German Design Award, AIA UK Design Award Commendation, and RIBA Journal Eye Line Award for our innovative architectural solutions.
How do you approach sustainable design?
We integrate passive design strategies with modern materials to create energy-efficient buildings, as demonstrated in our award-winning sustainable projects across residential and commercial sectors.
Can you handle complex urban redevelopment projects?
Yes, our experience includes transforming existing structures in dense urban environments, such as the Peckham Square redevelopment and Kingston Community Hub projects.
