Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architect in Southampton for Home Extensions & Renovations
Hampshire Architect, established in 2010, is a RIBA Chartered Practice led by Carrie Lowe, an ARB-registered architect with over two decades of industry experience. Our collaborative approach places clients at the heart of every project, offering tailored solutions for home extensions, renovations, and sustainable design. With expertise in navigating planning regulations and building codes, we provide transparent pay-as-you-go services, including feasibility studies, sketch designs, and budget costings. Our commitment to clarity ensures clients receive detailed, easy-to-understand plans and artist impressions.Backed by RIBA and ARB accreditations, we serve Southampton, Winchester, and surrounding areas, prioritising client satisfaction through personalised service and technical excellence. Our track record includes successful projects ranging from single-storey extensions to listed building refurbishments, reflecting our adaptability and problem-solving skills. We connect clients with trusted local professionals, ensuring seamless project execution from concept to completion.
Services
Design Consultations
Loft Conversions
Extensions
Sustainability Consultations
Planning Applications
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer collaborative design meetings with on-the-spot sketch plans.
- Our transparent pay-as-you-go fees ensure cost clarity.
- We serve southern Hampshire with local expertise in planning regulations.
- Our practice is RIBA Chartered and ARB-registered for quality assurance.
- We connect clients with trusted local professionals for seamless projects.
Associations and certifications
- RIBA
- ARB
What people say
Excellent service
Cost effective
Friendly and informative
Highly recommend
Detailed budget estimates
Services
Design Consultations
Our commitment-free Design, Budget & Sustainability Consultations explore project ideas, costs, and regulatory requirements. We provide feasibility studies, budget costings, and colour artist impressions to clarify your vision. Clients receive actionable insights to avoid costly mistakes, with connections to trusted local professionals for seamless project execution.
Loft Conversions
We specialise in transforming underutilised loft spaces into functional living areas. Our services include structural assessments, planning applications, and detailed construction drawings. Clients benefit from tailored designs that maximise space efficiency while adhering to building regulations and sustainability standards.
Extensions
From single-storey to two-storey extensions, we deliver designs that enhance property functionality and value. Our process includes feasibility studies, planning permissions, and construction documentation. We prioritise energy efficiency and spatial harmony, ensuring extensions blend seamlessly with existing structures.
Sustainability Consultations
We integrate sustainable practices into every project, advising on energy-efficient materials, insulation, and renewable technologies. Our consultations address passive solar gain, ventilation, and thermal performance to reduce long-term costs and environmental impact.
Planning Applications
We manage planning submissions and building regulations applications, ensuring compliance with local authority requirements. Services include preparing technical drawings, liaising with officials, and addressing party wall notices to streamline approval processes for extensions and new builds.
People
Carrie Lowe
Architect
Carrie Lowe, a RIBA Chartered and ARB-registered architect, has over 20 years of experience in residential and commercial design. She founded Hampshire Architect in 2010, combining technical expertise with a collaborative approach to deliver client-focused solutions.
Questions
What services does Hampshire Architect offer?
We provide design consultations, loft conversions, extensions, sustainability advice, and planning applications. Our services focus on residential projects, including feasibility studies and construction documentation.
How does the initial consultation work?
Our commitment-free Design, Budget & Sustainability Consultation explores your ideas, budget, and regulatory requirements. We provide sketch plans and cost estimates to guide your project.
Which areas do you serve?
We operate across southern Hampshire, including Southampton, Winchester, Bishop’s Waltham, and the New Forest, offering local expertise in planning and construction.
What are your fees?
We use transparent pay-as-you-go fees based on time spent, avoiding percentage-based charges. Costs vary by project complexity, with detailed estimates provided upfront.
Are you qualified to provide architectural services?
Yes, we are a RIBA Chartered Practice and ARB-registered, ensuring adherence to strict professional standards, insurance, and ongoing training in architectural best practices.
