Business Details
22 Years
experience
Luxury Home Architecture in Hampshire, Surrey & London
TSBP Architecture is a distinguished architectural practice with over three decades of expertise in luxury home design across Hampshire, Surrey, and London. Founded in 2004 by Steven Barlow, a Chartered Architectural Technologist, the firm combines timeless aesthetics with technical precision to deliver bespoke residences, barn conversions, and heritage restorations. Renowned for navigating complex planning challenges and prioritising sustainability, TSBP Architecture employs a client-centric approach, utilising award-winning tools like BIMx to ensure clarity and collaboration.Their portfolio spans low-energy eco-homes, contemporary designs, and traditional properties, all reflecting a commitment to enduring quality and client satisfaction. With a proven track record in securing planning approvals and accolades for innovation, the practice remains dedicated to creating spaces that harmonise with both lifestyle and environment.
Services
Luxury Home Architecture
Barn Conversions
Contemporary House Design
Traditional House Design
Listed Building Extensions
Sustainable Low-Energy Homes
Planning Application Support
BIMx 3D Modelling
Heritage Design
Architectural Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- Over three decades of experience in luxury residential architecture
- Award-winning designs with a focus on sustainability and innovation
- Client-first approach tailored to individual needs and sites
- Proven expertise in securing complex planning approvals
- Specialist in low-energy, sustainable home solutions
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT)
Services
Luxury Home Architecture
TSBP Architecture designs tailored luxury residences that harmonise with site-specific contexts and client lifestyles. Specialising in new builds and high-end renovations, the practice integrates timeless aesthetics with technical precision. Their approach ensures enduring value through sustainable materials, energy-efficient systems, and meticulous attention to detail, creating spaces that evolve with occupants' needs while securing planning approvals in sensitive areas.
Barn Conversions
The firm transforms agricultural buildings into energy-efficient, character-rich homes while preserving rural heritage. By blending traditional materials with modern insulation and renewable technologies, TSBP Architecture delivers conversions that meet contemporary living standards. Their expertise in heritage-sensitive planning ensures compliance with conservation requirements, creating unique properties that respect their historical and environmental context.
Contemporary House Design
TSBP Architecture crafts open-plan, light-filled contemporary homes that prioritise spatial connectivity and minimalist aesthetics. Utilising bold forms and advanced construction techniques, their designs maximise natural light and outdoor integration. The practice balances innovation with practicality, ensuring each project achieves planning consent while offering adaptable layouts suited to modern family dynamics and sustainability goals.
Listed Building Extensions
Specialising in extensions to protected properties, the team navigates complex planning constraints to enhance historic structures. By combining traditional craftsmanship with modern detailing, they create sympathetic additions that respect original architecture. Their process includes detailed heritage assessments and collaboration with conservation officers to secure approvals while improving functionality for contemporary use.
Sustainable Low-Energy Homes
The practice champions fabric-first principles to design homes with minimal environmental impact. Features include high-performance insulation, passive solar design, and renewable energy systems. TSBP Architecture achieves Energy A ratings through rigorous thermal modelling and material selection, ensuring long-term cost efficiency and comfort. Their eco-homes balance sustainability with luxury, meeting stringent planning requirements for green developments.
People
Steven Barlow
Founder & Chartered Architectural Technologist
Steven Barlow established TSBP Architecture in 2004, bringing over 30 years of expertise in luxury residential design. As a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists, he specialises in navigating complex planning challenges and delivering sustainable, award-winning projects across the UK and internationally.
Questions
What areas do you serve for architectural projects?
We operate across Hampshire, Surrey, and London, with experience in the wider UK and overseas. Our expertise includes navigating local planning policies in sensitive areas like the South Downs and Surrey Hills.
Can you assist with planning approvals for listed buildings?
Yes, we specialise in heritage-sensitive projects, including listed building extensions and conservation area developments. Our team secures planning consents through detailed heritage statements and collaboration with local authorities.
Do you offer sustainable design options?
Absolutely. We prioritise low-energy 'fabric-first' construction methods, achieving Energy A ratings through insulation, passive solar design, and renewable technologies tailored to each project's context.
What architectural styles do you specialise in?
We work across contemporary, traditional, and hybrid designs. Our approach balances modern performance with timeless aesthetics, ensuring homes reflect both client preferences and their surrounding environment.
How do you manage the architectural process from concept to completion?
We guide clients through six stages: initial consultation, feasibility, concept design, technical drawings, construction support, and aftercare. Tools like BIMx 3D models ensure transparency and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
