Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Design Partner in Byron Bay
At SpaceStudio Architects, we create buildings and interiors with your ideas at the core. Our design approach prioritizes thoughtful, intelligent architecture that functions seamlessly, responds to its environment, and brings lasting joy to users. Founded in 2008, our studio is led by directors Sarah Aldridge and Jason Trisley, both registered architects with extensive experience in Australia and globally. We manage all projects personally, tailoring our scope to deliver personalized, professional service across commercial, residential, education, hospitality, and master planning sectors. Our work spans Australia and international locations, blending global expertise with regional understanding. Sarah, a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Architects, champions regional architecture excellence, while Jasons 20+ years of experience includes complex urban regeneration projects in Australia, Europe, and Japan.We integrate heritage expertise through Jasons NSW Heritage Consultant registration and ICOMOS membership. Our teams collaborative ethos ensures every project benefits from rigorous design studies, community consultation, and innovative solutions for functional living and working spaces. From Byron Bay to Tasmania, we design structures that transcend trends, focusing on durability, context, and user experience. Our commitment to quality is reflected in projects like the award-winning Byron Community Primary School and the Banya Bathhouse, which enhance public spaces while maintaining privacy and tranquility.
Services
Residential Architecture
Commercial Architecture
Educational Facilities
Hospitality Design
Master Planning
Interior Design
Sustainable Design
Heritage Architecture
Project Management
Urban Regeneration
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of architectural experience in Australia, Europe, and Japan.
- Our directors personally manage every project for quality assurance.
- We specialize in diverse project types including commercial, residential, and educational buildings.
- Our team includes registered architects and members of professional institutes.
- We provide tailored architectural solutions for each client's unique needs.
Associations and certifications
- Australian Institute of Architects
- ICOMOS
- NSW Heritage Consultant Register
Services
Residential Architecture
We design robust, functional homes tailored to family needs, integrating seamless indoor-outdoor flow and durable materials. Our expertise ensures spaces adapt to diverse lifestyles while maintaining aesthetic appeal. Projects like Assemblage House demonstrate our ability to balance privacy with connectivity in coastal environments.
Commercial Architecture
Our commercial projects combine practicality with striking design, enhancing user experience and brand identity. The Banya Bathhouse exemplifies our skill in transforming urban spaces into vibrant hubs that blend public engagement with private tranquility through strategic spatial sequencing.
Educational Facilities
We create inspiring learning environments that foster creativity and community interaction. The Byron Community Primary School showcases our ability to design flexible, context-sensitive spaces that support modern educational philosophies while integrating with natural surroundings.
Master Planning
Our master planning expertise delivers cohesive, sustainable communities through comprehensive analysis of environmental and social factors. Projects like the Byron Bay Town Centre Master Plan demonstrate our capacity to balance urban regeneration with regional character preservation.
Heritage Architecture
Jason Trisleys NSW Heritage Consultant registration enables us to expertly restore and adapt historic structures while maintaining cultural integrity. Our approach combines traditional techniques with modern functionality, ensuring heritage sites remain relevant for contemporary use.
People
Sarah Aldridge
Director, Architect
Founder of SpaceStudio in 2008, Sarah specializes in regional architecture with a focus on community consultation. A Fellow of the Australian Institute of Architects, she has held leadership roles in professional associations and emphasizes design excellence in rural contexts.
Jason Trisley
Director, Architect
With over 20 years of global experience, Jason manages complex projects across Australia, Europe, and Japan. A registered architect in NSW and Tasmania, he combines heritage expertise through his NSW Heritage Consultant registration and ICOMOS membership.
Questions
What architectural services does SpaceStudio offer?
We provide residential, commercial, educational, and hospitality architecture, along with master planning, heritage preservation, and interior design tailored to client needs.
Where does SpaceStudio operate?
Based in Byron Bay, we work across Australia with completed projects in NSW, Tasmania, and Queensland, combining regional understanding with global design principles.
How experienced is the SpaceStudio team?
Directors Sarah Aldridge and Jason Trisley have over 40 combined years of experience, including international projects and leadership roles in professional architectural organizations.
Can SpaceStudio handle complex architectural projects?
Yes, our expertise spans multi-million dollar urban regeneration schemes to bespoke residential designs, with proven capability in managing complex regulatory and design challenges.
Does SpaceStudio focus on sustainable design?
Sustainability is integral to our approach, evident in material selection, passive design strategies, and creating enduring structures that minimize environmental impact over their lifecycle.
