All about newspace
We are a multi awarded winning Chartered Architectural Design and Consultancy business based in Devon specialising in innovative residential and commercial design. Our highly skilled team of Architects, Technologists and Technicians have vast experience in crafting bespoke and exciting designs for both domestic and commercial clients and our industry-leading technical drawings put us a cut above the rest.
We are committed to crafting unique and functional designs that reflect our clients’ individual styles and needs. From modernising and remodelling existing properties to creating contemporary new-build homes, our portfolio showcases our ability to adapt to various architectural challenges and deliver exceptional results.
New Space Architecture was established in 2016 by Business Director, Mitch Temple. With a strong foundation in architectural design and technical detailing, Mitch has grown the firm into a leading practice within the Devon region. Prior to founding New Space Architecture, Mitch gained valuable experience working on projects North-East Scotland for a number of years before returning to Devon in 2014 with a desire to be closer to family. After a successful period working remotely for a previous firm, Mitch decided to launch his own practice, and the rest, as they say, is history.
How we support your project
For every project we take on, our commitment is always to you. From early ideas through to planning, building regulations and construction, we guide you through the entire architectural process, ensuring clarity at every stage and an end result that genuinely reflects how you want to live. We combine creative thinking with technical expertise to help you move forward with confidence, managing complexity while keeping your project aligned with your budget and priorities. We’re far more than just architects and technologists. We’re problem solvers, designers and trusted guides, here to simplify the process, unlock potential, and help bring your ideas to life. We’re with you all the way.
Our Services
Free Consultation
We start with a simple conversation to give clear, honest advice about your project.
Timeline
Understand the key stages of your project and what to expect at each step.
Architectural Design
Designing spaces around how you live.
Planning Consultancy
Guiding you through the planning process with clarity and expertise, giving your project the best chance of approval.
Building Regulations
Clear, detailed drawings that give confidence on site and enable your project to run smoothly.
3D Visualisation & Virtual Reality
See your project before it’s built through realistic visuals and immersive walkthroughs.
Let’s make your dreams a reality
Whether we are designing a new home or a Class Q Barn Conversion, we pride ourselves on the fusion of creativity and technicality that our team achieves. Creating in-depth drawings that are known to reduce time and therefore costs when it comes to following our blueprints for construction.
At New Space Architecture we use our experience and creativity to deliver you the best possible solution to your needs and desires. Based in Devon, we are an architectural design and consultancy studio with designs and projects across England and Scotland. Our passionate team of problem solvers and out of the box thinkers offer a full range of architectural services. From a free initial consultation and design sketches to surveying and detailed building regulations, New Space is ready to work with you to build your dreams.
Mitch Temple MCIAT
Founding Director
Mitch is our Founding Director and is often the initial face to any new clients. Although a lot has changed since starting the firm from his bedroom in 2016 there are still some things that haven’t… we’re still trying to get him to take the Taylor Swift poster down (although we don’t mind the occasional duvet day).
Sophie Bennett
Operations Director
Sophie is our Operations Director and quite simply runs the place. From keeping us paid to organising our time, nothing gets missed and we couldn’t survive without her. We once hid her giant pot of Tipp-Ex to see if she would notice… that was a big mistake.
Vaughn Allington MCIAT
Associate Director
Having studied Building Engineering & Management at university, Vaughn went on to work for a national contractor as a graduate engineer. Moving to East Devon in 1995 to join a family owned construction company he gained experience in all areas of design and construction on a very wide range of projects.
Jacob Handford MCIAT
Associate Director
Jacob is a highly experienced member of the team who is often tasked with our most technically challenging projects. He has a keen eye for design and has worked on many of our bespoke dwellings.
Alan Chalmers RIBA ARB
Associate Director & Chartered Architect, RIBA
Alan has a wealth of experience in the field and is a fantastic asset to our team. Alan enjoys the simple pleasures of life, such as leisurely strolls along the beach (which is lovely but please don’t judge his architectural skills on his sandcastles – we allow him to use a much more comprehensive selection of buckets and spades when he is at work!).
Freya Sampson ACIAT
Architectural Technician
Freya is simply wonderful… a talented designer, competent technician and a ray of sunshine in the office with her constant smile and enthusiasm.
David Taylor
Architectural Technician
Dave is a magician when it comes to detailed design – so much so that we call him ‘Dave Presto’. When deadlines are tight Dave can always pull something out the bag… the problem is sometimes it’s a rabbit.
Kieran Hollywood ARB
Architect
Kieran has joined the team as a Part 3 Architectural Assistant whilst he continues his studies towards becoming a chartered architect at UWE, Bristol. In the office he is affectionately known as ‘Hollywood’ – not because of his name but because the sign above his house keeps falling down.
Zac May RIBA ARB
Chartered Architect
Zac’s unwavering commitment to excellence and his meticulous attention to detail ensures that every project meets the highest level of quality. Whether tackling complex building designs at work or tackling ferocious opponents at his local rugby club, Zac approaches everything with this same level of focus and determination, making him an exemplary asset to the team.
Esme Mallett
Office Administrator
Esme is our super organized and fun-loving Reception/Admin Assistant. She’s a whiz at keeping things running smoothly and always has a smile on her face. With her touch of cheekiness, she brightens everyone’s day and is a master of brilliant customer care. But don’t let her bubbly personality fool you; she’s so competent in running the place that she could probably plan a world domination strategy while booking a meeting room.