Breathe new life into old buildings
Sanya Polescuk Architects (SPA) is an award-winning RIBA Chartered Practice with a reputation for confidently redesigning listed residential and commercial properties, as well as those in designated Conservation Areas. Our team of experienced architects takes pride in their ability to breathe new life into old buildings while minimizing their carbon footprint.
Our Services
We specialize in a wide range of services, including residential, commercial, and cultural projects. Our expertise encompasses carefully reconfiguring historic environments, applying sustainable technologies, and working closely with local authorities to overcome complex contextual constraints. We excel in finding imaginative, functional, and environmentally friendly solutions that maximize the potential of each building.
Our Approach
At SPA, we believe that nothing has to be only what it appears at first glance. We view a space as a stage set, enabling a variety of scenes to be played out. We create spatial continuity that facilitates movement and generates light, often blurring the lines between different areas of a building. Our use of reclaimed materials, adopted, adapted, and boldly fused with modern design elements creates a unique and dynamic aesthetic. We also employ a thoughtful approach to colour, using natural or man-made materials with distinct inherent hues to add permanence, solidity, and longevity to our designs.
Meet Our Team
Our team is led by Principal Architect and Practice Founder, Sanya Polescuk, Dip Eng Arch, RIBA. With over two decades of experience in the industry, Sanya has a deep understanding of what makes a building truly exceptional. She is passionate about sustainability, community-led development, and preserving the character of historic environments. As well as running SPA, Sanya mentors architecture students, judges architecture awards, and advises on planning issues for the Belsize Society.
We also work alongside Alex Blundell, BSc, DipArch, ARB, who joined SPA in 2017 as a project architect. Alex brings a wealth of experience in structural engineering and has worked on projects ranging from individual joinery pieces to large-scale residential renovations. With a background in teaching architecture at UEL, Alex is well-equipped to lead and collaborate with our team.
Martyna Felus, BA Arch, MA Arch, RIBA Part II, is another key member of our team, joining SPA in 2017 straight from university. With her strong technical skills and creative vision, Martyna has been instrumental in a number of our recent projects, including the redevelopment of a high street building and the refurbishment of a listed townhouse.
Our Philosophy
At SPA, we believe that collaboration is key to creating exceptional architecture. We work closely with other consultants and contractors to deliver innovative, realistic, and exceptional quality designs that meet the needs of our clients. Our approach is rooted in a deep understanding of the built environment, a passion for sustainability, and a commitment to preserving the character of historic buildings.
