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Amanda Spence

Amanda Spence

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Architect + Director at Amanda Spence Architects

  • Education

    • Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd

      2000 - 2003
      BSc Architecture First Class Honours

    • Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd

      2003 - 2005
      Bachelor of Architecture - BArch Architecture Commendation

    • Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd

      2005 - 2011
      Master of Philosophy - MPhil Architecture

    • University of Portsmouth

      2009 - 2010
      MA/Part 3 Architecture Merit

  • Experience

    • IAESTE

      Jun 2002 - Aug 2002
      Work Experience Exchange

      A work experience exchange placement with the Faculty of Architecture at Damascus University. Surveyed, measured, analysed and drawing a traditional Arabic courtyard house.Also an opportunity to travel and experience the local culture.

    • Bennetts Associates

      Oct 2003 - Jul 2004
      Architectural Assistant

    • Design Research Unit Wales, Cardiff University

      Sept 2005 - Mar 2011
      Architect/Research Assistant

    • Hudson Architects

      Mar 2011 - Sept 2012
      Project Architect

    • Design Commission for Wales

      Sept 2013 - Aug 2018
      Architect/Design Advisor

      The Design Commission for Wales was established by the National Assembly for Wales to promote good design.We support local planning authorities, developers and clients to capture the value of high quality design for better outcomes and a better return on investment.We nurture design talent for a skilled workforce, necessary for growth and innovation.By promoting good design and communicating its benefits, we add value and help to support well-being and enhanced quality of life for the people of Wales.The Commission knows that the costs of bad design represent a risk to developers and investors; reduces value for the public purse; undermines environmental quality, climate resilience, public health and well-being.The Commission promotes good design in four ways. Please contact us to find out how we can help you capture the value of good design.• The national Design Review Service provides opportunities for early consultation on plans and projects throughout Wales as well as access to expert input prior to the submission of planning applications.• Training for local authorities, professionals and practitioners as well as training and accreditation for Building for Life 12 Wales• Client support for commissioning clients provides help and guidance during the early stages of developing the brief and securing the right design team.• Events, publications and networks that raise awareness, stimulate wider debate and communicate the benefits of good design. Our HATCH network provides a platform for emerging design talent and fresh thinking shapers of the built environment. Show less

    • ALT-Architecture

      Jan 2018 - Feb 2022
      Architect & Partner

    • Amanda Spence Architects

      Feb 2022 - now
      Architect + Director

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • ARB

      Architects Registration Board

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Amanda Spence
      IAESTE UK Trainee of they year award 2nd place IASTE UK 2002