The Spence & Dower Team

Tina leads the practice on its contemporary design projects. As well as being a member of the Access Association and a graduate of Common Purpose, her experience of working with both professional and community groups has proved invaluable across a broad spectrum of projects.

Robin is widely experienced in the repair and reinvention of historic buildings. He is Chairman of Durham Cathedral Fabric Advisory Committee and a member of Newcastle Diocesan Advisory Committee as well as being a registered member of the Architects Accredited in Building Conservation. Associate Chris Baglee is completing work towards this accreditation and is author of a number of books on architectural and advertising history. Associate Bryony Roff and Clare Moyle are MA graduates of the course in Conservation Studies at York University and Jayne Proud is in the process of completing her studies at Hull.

Used to working with other professional consultants, either as leaders of a design team or as part of a multi disciplinary group, all of Spence and Dower’s staff bring different strengths to the practice. A variety of interests and specialisms shared between our relatively small team allows for the vibrant exchange of ideas and perspectives which we hope generates interesting and carefully considered architecture.

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I joined the practice in the 1980’s. It was known then as a practice of integrity and professionalism, creating quality designs through friendly personal service. What has changed? Workload is slightly different now, responding over the years to shifting economic conditions, new concerns about climate change and client expectations, but our underlying philosophy about the way we choose to work remains the same.

Tina Gough, Partner

Recent Projects

The practice has been busier than ever over recent years and our portfolio shows just some of the types of projects we have been involved with. View Portfolio

Latest News

We hope to keep you up-to-date with exciting projects that we have been appointed to do. See what’s new