OX3, Oxford
Sowing the seeds for a better built environment. Sow Space is an architects' studio that is passionate about creating beautiful and inspiring spaces, with low energy, environmental and ecological impact.
1 customer review
Mrs Linda Foster
Architectural Services
Friendly, professional and knowledgeable service. Actually listened to my requirements, were open to suggestions, and honest in explaining that compromises may have to be made. So far I'm impressed with the service I have received. More...
Reply from Sow Space
Thank you Linda for your kind words! We're so glad to hear you've enjoyed your experience so far, and we look forward to completing the remainder of our services.
What do you love most about your job?
We love to work closely with our clients to create beautiful and inspiring spaces that push beyond the ‘business as usual’ approach, embracing the principles of regenerative design – buildings that restore, renew, and revitalise. We love to help our clients every step of the way from defining their brief, all the way to construction, completion, and handover - sharing the journey with them is the most rewarding part.
What inspired you to start your own business?
We recognised the gap in the industry, where architects are failing to design buildings that respond sensitively to the environment. This especially applies to the low energy retrofit of existing buildings, where 80% of the buildings that will be standing in 2050 have already been built. Meanwhile, sub-standard new builds are adding to our future retrofit problem. Our response to this gap became our niche and unique selling proposition.
Why should our clients choose you?
We are one of few architects' practices in Oxfordshire who have this unique selling proposition - delivering well designed, environmentally sensitive buildings, within a full architectural package. We offer our clients services that exceed traditional architect services, including feasibilities, thermal imaging, and post-occupancy evaluation. We are well connected in the area and work with like-minded consultants and contractors.
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
We are happy to provide a hybrid service of both in-person and remote services. We will always need to carry out an initial visit to understand and assess a site / building. However, some meetings can be done virtually, as we recognise this can be more convenient for our clients. We use state of the art BIM modelling for all of our projects, allowing our clients to fully understand our proposals in both 2D drawings and 3D visuals / walk-throughs.
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
We avoid any in-person contact if our team members are showing symptoms of Covid or any other infectious illnesses. We can offer services remotely if necessary.
Architecture
Ecological Design
Low Energy Retrofit
Research
Passivhaus / Passive House
Sustainable Building
Energy Efficiency
Growing food on buildings
Housing Design