Business Details
15 Years
experience
Sustainable Architecture & Retrofit Solutions in London
Stagg Architects is a dedicated architectural studio specialising in the creative re-use and sustainable transformation of existing buildings. Established in 2011, we combine over two decades of professional expertise with a hands-on approach to deliver practical, energy-efficient solutions. Our focus lies in low-carbon retrofit projects, historic conservation, and community-driven design, ensuring every project balances environmental responsibility with functional excellence. We prioritise direct client engagement, maintaining a limited workload to guarantee meticulous attention to detail. Our team holds professional accreditations from RIBA, ARB, and the AECB, reflecting our commitment to industry standards.Through initiatives like Belong, we extend our impact by collaborating with communities to drive meaningful environmental and social change. Our work spans residential, commercial, and institutional sectors, with notable projects including net-zero retrofits of historic buildings in London and Northampton. We advocate for resource-conscious design, aiming to reduce embodied carbon while enhancing building performance and user comfort. Our approach merges technical precision with imaginative problem-solving, creating spaces that are both enduring and adaptable to future needs.
Services
Architectural Design
Retrofit Solutions
Sustainable Design
Historic Conservation
Community Projects
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of post-qualification experience in sustainable architecture.
- Our team combines large-firm expertise with a personal, hands-on approach.
- We specialise in low-energy retrofit solutions for historic and modern buildings.
- We hold professional accreditations from RIBA, ARB, and the AECB.
- We actively collaborate with communities through our Belong initiative.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
- Architects Registration Board (ARB)
- Association for Environment Conscious Building (AECB)
What people say
Creative solutions
Energy-efficient results
Expert historic conservation
Personal service
Community-focused approach
Services
Retrofit Solutions
We specialise in transforming existing structures through energy-efficient retrofitting. Our approach reduces carbon emissions while preserving architectural integrity. Services include fabric-first upgrades, renewable technology integration, and adaptive reuse strategies tailored to historic and modern buildings.
Historic Conservation
Our conservation work focuses on preserving historic buildings through sensitive restoration. We combine traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to extend building lifespans. Projects include listed buildings and structures in conservation areas across London and Sussex.
Sustainable Design
We create environmentally responsible designs that minimise resource consumption. Our services include passive design strategies, material lifecycle analysis, and net-zero carbon planning. This approach ensures buildings meet current standards while remaining adaptable for future needs.
Community Projects
Through our Belong initiative, we collaborate with communities on sustainable projects. Services include village hall upgrades, public space design, and energy efficiency guidance for third-sector organisations. Our work supports social cohesion and environmental resilience.
Architectural Design
We provide comprehensive architectural services from concept to completion. Our process includes spatial planning, technical detailing, and construction management. Projects range from residential extensions to commercial office transformations, all prioritising functionality and sustainability.
People
Ben Stagg
Founding Director
Ben Stagg, with over 20 years of experience, founded Stagg Architects in 2011. He specialises in low-energy design and historic conservation, having completed a personal home retrofit achieving 20% energy reduction. He leads all projects from concept to completion.
Meera Nash
Associate Architect
Meera Nash brings 15 years of architectural expertise across diverse sectors. As a RIBA Ambassador and Student Mentor, she champions architectural education. She manages projects from inception to completion, combining technical precision with creative problem-solving.
Questions
What types of architectural services do you offer?
We specialise in retrofit solutions, historic conservation, sustainable design, and community-focused projects across residential and commercial sectors.
How do you approach retrofitting historic buildings?
We combine traditional craftsmanship with modern energy-efficient techniques to preserve heritage while improving performance and usability.
Can you help achieve net-zero carbon goals?
Yes, we integrate renewable technologies and fabric-first upgrades to reduce energy consumption and embodied carbon in all our projects.
Do you work with community organisations?
Through our Belong initiative, we collaborate with charities and communities on sustainable projects like village hall upgrades.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily work in London, East Sussex, and Northampton, with projects across the UK.
