Sparc Studio

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Sparcstudio is a privately-owned, creative, London based design studio with an established reputation for producing highly successful, creative and award-winning Spas, Wellness, Fitness, Hotel and Resort facilities.

Leaders in the field of Spa and Wellness design for more than 20 years, the team of designers and architects offer a personalised, tailored service from conceptual design and space planning to the finishing touches.

Image caption: Sopwell House Hotel, designed by Sparc Studio

Image caption: Sopwell House Hotel, designed by Sparcstudio

With a unique understanding of the latest trends and spa experiences, the team works closely with each client to understand the goals, aims and objectives of each project. Sparcstudio has a unique talent for producing intelligent, inspiring environments that respect the history, culture, concept and aspirations of the project.

Image caption: The relaxation area inside The Spa at South Lodge

Image caption: The relaxation area inside The Spa at South Lodge, designed by sparcstudio

Sparcstudio has worked in partnership with some of the largest spa and wellness projects  ranging from £500K refurbishments to £15 million new build facilities here in the UK and across Europe. Key projects include:

Spas 

The Spa at South Lodge for Exclusive Collection; The Cottonmill Spa at Sopwell House Hotel; Calcot Spa; Dormy House Spa; So Spa Sofitel, London; Rockliffe Hall Spa; Aqua Sana Forest Spas at Center Parcs Woburn, Sherwood, and Longleat in the UK plus Longford, Ireland and Spa Vilnius Lithuania.

Hotel and resort design

Mews Suites at Sopwell House, Spa Suites and Water Lodges for Center Parcs, Villages Nature, Nature themed cottages and apartments, Paris.

Fitness

Third Space Luxury Gym, Tower Bridge; Aspria Clubs in sites across Europe; The Spa at South Lodge wellness areas; Amida Clubs, Roehampton Club Gym.

Long term relationships

Priding itself on established, long-term relationships with its clients, Sparcstudio applies a ‘bespoke’ design approach to every project aiming to create a unique product with a real sense of place, individuality and luxury.

Throughout the creative process the team works very closely with clients and their in-house teams, in order to understand their business ambitions, cultures and brands. This approach enables them to produce intelligent, considered and unique environments.

Operational approach to intelligent design

Ever mindful of operational factors, Sparcstudio understands the logistical and operational challenges for the business and good design and clever space management ensure that the end result suits the needs of the client and end user in perfect harmony.  Logical space planning, design and development are key drivers in each project, ensuring the guest journey is intuitive, inspired, smooth and seamless. Infused with luxury and originality the guest journey is designed to inspire and delight the senses.

Sparcstudio has a reputation for delivering beautifully inspired designs that work in harmony with the environment. Capturing the essence of the property, the team is well-known for developing stunning interconnected spaces which feature the perfect blend of contemporary textiles, furniture, fixtures and fittings with beautiful and stylish artwork rugs and decorative lighting. Their durable designs for commercial environments balance structure and formality with places to inspire, rest and relax.

Lighting design is an integral element of each of the designs created by Sparcstudio and enables the property to finely balance light and shade, create atmospheric and theatrical spaces, that have real ‘heart and soul’.

The Sparcstudio team is led by Owners/Directors Beverley Bayes, Neil Fairplay and Tom Howell.

Business Address

20 Water Ln,
Richmond
TW9 1TJ

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Work highlights: Sienna joined Forum Events & Media Group while studying Communications and Media, starting in the sales team where she managed and helped launch the first the PA Life Leading Venues of London SHOWCASE, where she built relationships with luxury venues across the capital. Drawn to the stories behind these spaces, she naturally transitioned into the editorial team, creating social media and editorial content. Upon graduating in June 2026, she is excited to be joining as Assistant Editor for Hotel Designs and SPACE.

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Work highlights: Jess joined SPACE magazine in 2022 and has since progressed from Assistant Editor to Editor. During this time, she has worked across many aspects of the publication – from shaping editorial strategy and overseeing operations to contributing to art direction and representing the brand on stage at industry events including Surface Design Show and WOW!house.

Alongside her role at SPACE, Jess has built a creative career spanning the arts, culture, design and travel sectors. Prior to joining the magazine, she spent more than a decade in the commercial art industry, in artist liaison, gallery management, and curating collections for the hospitality sector across hotels and cruise ships. During this time, she also worked on freelance projects as a writer, photographer, and creative content producer.
 
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During this time, she has fostered many meaningful relationships with clients from across the hospitality spectrum, as well as playing a pivotal role in the launch of The Brit List Awards, Hotel Designs MEET UPs, client-led roundtables and panel talks, brand and website redesigns, HD Wellness Sets, DESIGN POD podcast, Hotel Designs LIVE panel talk series, Accessible Design Talks and more. Katy is always on the lookout for the next opportunity to help grow the Hotel Designs brand even further.
 
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