Jasper Sanders + Partners

Jasper Sanders + Partners is a Manchester-based interior design and architecture studio established in 2013 by Founder and Director Jasper Sanders. Over the past decade, the firm has developed into an award-winning space innovation studio, known for its focus on redefining how individuals live, learn, and interact within the built environment. The company's work spans across the UK, with projects completed in cities such as London, Manchester, Liverpool, and Edinburgh. Jasper Sanders + Partners operates with a strategic aim to define and deliver market-leading brand and interior identities, driven by a commitment to innovation and the reinvention of architecture from the inside out.

As the studio's strategic leader and head of client liaison, Jasper Sanders has embedded a philosophy deeply rooted in innovation and a commitment to transforming architecture from within. This approach reflects a dedication to people, the planet, and building optimisation, guided by a set of ten principles for good design. The firm strives to create individual identities for each project rather than adhering to a singular signature style, focusing instead on a signature philosophical approach. Through dedicated mentorship, Jasper Sanders has cultivated a team with a cohesive studio ethos, ensuring that his extensive knowledge and experience continue to shape the studio’s evolving portfolio.

The studio's creative output is further shaped by its leadership team. Rebecca Finney, the Creative Director, brings a multi-disciplinary approach to her work, driven by a passion for enhancing experiences through intelligent and purposeful designs. Her creativity draws from a deep understanding of modern art and architecture, combined with an awareness of contemporary cultural influences. Nathalie is committed to delivering aspirational design that creates a positive societal impact, ensuring each scheme is socially and environmentally attuned and responsive to context, community, and sustainability. Her design philosophy balances creativity with functionality, shaping spaces that foster long-term value. Additionally, Nikita McConnell contributes a fresh perspective and a keen eye for detail, focusing on creating functional and inspiring spaces that enhance the user experience.

Jasper Sanders + Partners's principal work sector is commercial residential, which includes Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA), Build-to-Rent (BTR), and Co-Living interiors. The firm has delivered market-leading interiors in these areas since its inception in 2013. When designing for the PBSA sector, the company focuses on the specific demographic of students, aiming to create optimal spaces for academic success, rest, and recreation. The design process incorporates neurodivergent design principles, with careful consideration given to subtle and flexible lighting, acoustics, and varied social settings that cater to both individual and group needs. Projects such as The Gorge, a co-living development, demonstrate the studio's ability to blend private studios with shared amenities to foster community, reflecting their expertise in creating functional, identity-driven, and community-focused environments within the residential sector.

The company is committed to responsible design and sustainability, actively working towards achieving B Corp status. The firm employs an in-house head of sustainability who monitors environmental impact and generates sustainability reports at each RIBA stage of a project. This commitment is reflected in their design approach, which prioritises using space in a smarter way and optimising it for more people over the long term, viewing this as an environmentally strong design strategy. The studio's ethos includes a strong focus on reducing waste, which is integrated into its operational DNA.