Ainsworth Spark Associates

Ainsworth Spark Associates is an award-winning RIBA Chartered architectural practice based in Summerhill Square, Newcastle upon Tyne. Formed in 1963, the practice brings decades of experience across a wide range of building types and project scales. Its team focuses on finding practical solutions to complex and varied briefs, serving clients across areas including commercial, community, health, education, conservation, housing, interiors, leisure, residential, sport and transport.

The practice’s work includes architecture, building improvements, heritage conservation and regeneration. Recent projects include proposals for padel facilities in Killingworth, improvements to Summerhill Bowling Club Pavilion, and façade renovations at 2–3 Exchange Place in Middlesbrough. It has also contributed to regeneration projects along Howard Street in North Shields through the Heritage Action Zone programme. Ainsworth Spark Associates presents projects across the UK and overseas, reflecting the breadth of its experience. Through its services and project work, the practice supports the development, adaptation and improvement of buildings and places for a variety of uses and communities.