HAPA Architects is an award-winning Brighton based architecture studio recognised for thoughtful, sustainable and carefully crafted residential design across Sussex and the South East.
Our work has been acknowledged by leading industry organisations for its architectural quality, environmental performance and sensitive response to landscape and heritage settings.
Old Rectory Cottage was recognised at the Sussex Heritage Awards for its sensitive restoration, conversion and extension of a historic rural home.
The project was commended for its careful balance of modern family living with the preservation of the building’s original character, successfully enhancing the cottage while respecting its architectural heritage within its rural Sussex setting.
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Black Timber House received two awards at the prestigious RIBA South East Awards 2023.
Set within the South Downs National Park, the project combines striking contemporary architecture with a highly sustainable, low-energy approach. Clad in charred English larch and designed around passive environmental principles, the house demonstrates how modern rural architecture can be both bold and sensitive to its setting.
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Black Timber House was shortlisted for the Architects’ Journal Awards in recognition of its carefully crafted design, sustainability strategy and considered use of materials.
The project reflects HAPA’s commitment to creating homes that are visually distinctive, environmentally responsible and deeply connected to place.
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Recognised for its architectural quality and contribution to the local built environment, Black Timber House was highly commended at the Sussex Heritage Awards.
The project carefully balances contemporary design with the character and landscape of the South Downs.
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Black Tile House was shortlisted for the Listed Property Awards 2024 following the careful renovation and extension of a Grade II listed property in Firle.
The project combines traditional craftsmanship with a contemporary flint extension, creating a sensitive dialogue between old and new within a conservation area setting.
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Black Tile House was highly commended at the Sussex Heritage Awards 2023 for its careful restoration of a Grade II listed property alongside a refined contemporary extension.
The project demonstrates a sensitive approach to heritage architecture, combining traditional craftsmanship, restored historic detailing and contemporary design interventions that sit comfortably within the character of Firle and the South Downs National Park.
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Lace House received recognition at the Housebuilder Awards for its thoughtful residential design and attention to detail.
The project reflects HAPA’s early commitment to contemporary residential architecture rooted in context, craftsmanship and everyday living.
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Our projects are driven by a belief that architecture should improve quality of life while responding carefully to landscape, heritage and sustainability.
We approach every project with close attention to:
Natural light and spatial quality
Materiality and craftsmanship
Energy performance and longevity
Sensitivity to context and setting
Calm, collaborative design processes
From listed buildings and heritage renovations to contemporary new homes and low-energy architecture, our work aims to create enduring spaces that feel connected to people and place.
HAPA Architects’ projects have also been featured across architectural and design media for their sustainable approach, refined detailing and contemporary interpretation of rural and historic settings.
Discover award-winning homes, listed building renovations and sustainable architecture across Sussex and the South East.
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