Meet the nuspace team

Our professional and friendly team is here to help with any enquiry you may have. nuspace started as a family business run by the Managing Director Graham Chappell and his close family, and has now grown to include a few other vital team members.

Graham Chappell

Owner and Managing Director

Graham has worked in the construction industry for more than ten years. He started out by doing large building projects for clients in London before establishing nuspace as a separate specialist loft conversion and extension company in 2006. Graham has a BA Hons, and with his level of experience has seen every permutation of loft and kitchen extension possible. Chances are you will meet Graham for your initial consultation.

CLICK HEREDesign, architectural and planning team
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CLICK HEREProject Management and Build Team
CLICK HERESupport team, marketing, digital and social media
CLICK HEREAccounts
CLICK HERESenior management
CLICK HERERecruitment

Design, architectural and planning team

The first member of the team you will meet is your Design Consultant, who will spend time reviewing your property and discussing ideas with you. As experts in design they will present the best options available to you (depending on the style of your property and the building regulations) and suggest ways to optimise the space you have available.

Mark

Design Consultant

Mark holds an Advanced Diploma in Spatial Architectural Design and if you would like a quote from nuspace, the chances are Mark will be the first person you meet. He will advise on how to best use your space and will sketch out the designs helping you to visualize your project. With many years working in residential property design, Mark has plenty of experience gained across a range of budgets to help you choose the style and finish that best suits your lifestyle and budget.

Dale

Senior Design and Sales Consultant

With over 25 years in the loft conversion and extension industry, Dale has a wealth of knowledge, design and practical experience to help clients make their project dreams a reality. As one of the first people you are likely to meet, Dale will guide you through all the key facts to give you a clear understanding of the process from plans to completion, as well as explaining the necessity for building and fire regulations, planning legislation and where appropriate party wall matters. He will also give you honest and professional advice as to what design would work best for your property so you will be able to move forward with confidence.

Jonathan

Design Consultant

Jonathan holds a Bachelor of Architecture and a Master of Science in Housing and City Planning with extensive industry experience spanning more than 20 years in both Australia and the UK. Jonathan has designed and built many of his own projects and houses so can give you the best practical advice to maximising the potential of your own home.

Ola

Msc. Arch ARB RIBA Chartered Architect

As a RIBA Chartered Architect, Ola has over 20 years experience drawing and designing projects in and around the UK. He has worked for several large independent architectural practises so has gained extensive experience in all building sectors. With such a wealth of experience behind him, Ola helps clients maximise their space as much as possible, as well as dealing with all planning or building regulation technicalities.

Jesús

M.Arch ARB RIBA Chartered Architect

With an architectural degree from the Universidad Alfonso X in Madrid, Jesus is an enthusiastic and self-motivated professional with over 5 years’ experience in the United Kingdom construction industry as an Architect. He has been involved in a wide range of residential and commercial projects as well as several high-end developments. Jesus is able to take client projects from conception through to completion, with a balanced combination of technical and creative skills.

Piotr

Architectural Assistant M.Arch

After completing his master's degree in architecture and post-graduate studies in interior design, Piotr has worked on a wide range of different scale projects, primarily residential and hospitality. He has plenty of on-site experience working as a construction manager, handling different types of refurbishments. He always has an eye for detail whether it is relating to design or a technical issue. You may meet him during the survey or during the later stages of your project.

Maite

M.Arch ARB Architect

Maite graduated from the Universidad Politécnica de Valencia, Spain. With more than 20 years of professional experience working in Spain, Peru and UK in the development of different types of projects public and private working within all stages from design to the management of construction on site. You will likely meet Maite during your in-house design meeting in the nuspace office, where she will guide you through the proposed plans to put forward to the local authority for approval.

Abi

Architectural Assistant A.Arch ACIAT

Abi is a qualified architect with over five years experience in India, the USA and the UK. She is also an associate member of Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists, UK. She has worked on residential, commercial and healthcare projects in both the USA and India from concept through to completion. She has worked extensively on construction and technical drawings and liaises between the various key parties in the construction process. She will be your first point of contact for the construction phase of your project.

Prebuild

From the point of signing with us Maureen will look after you throughout the prebuild stages, until you are ready for your prestart meeting when she will hand you over to your project manager and foreman.

Maureen Chappell

Prebuild and Planning Manager

With a professional background in IT working for international blue chip companies, Maureen offers clients guidance throughout the drawing, planning and party wall processes, up to scheduling project starts, scaffolding and prestart meetings. Working for nuspace Maureen also ensures everything required by the Local Authority is in place before the project begins.

Project Management and Build Team

Our project management and build teams work tirelessly, efficiently and with as little disruption to your home as possible. Our testimonials speak volumes about their work and dedication to client satisfaction. Most projects are completed in 6 to 8 weeks, depending on the size of the build and any extreme weather conditions. The majority of the project is external and can be accessed via the roof or side of the building, so builders will not need to enter your house until it is absolutely necessary. You can rest assured that our project management and build teams will show the utmost respect and consideration to your home and your property at all times. Your on-site foreman will be your main contact for any questions or sudden flashes of inspiration about the design of your space. He will also be available to meet with outside contractors on your behalf, including plumbers or electricians.

Victor

Project Manager

Victor is a Construction Engineer who graduated from the UAH university with over 10 years experience as a Project Manager in the construction industry in both Spain and the UK. He has been involved in all the aspects of building from design-detailing to hands on site management and has a keen eye for space planning, materials and finishes. He enjoys working closely with clients and helping them realise their aspirations to the fullest, making sure projects are completed in time, on budget and to a high standard.

Antonio

Project Manager

Antonio has a Masters in Architecture and graduated from Camilo Jose Cela University and BSc in Construction Engineer from the UAH university. He joined nuspace with over 13 years experience in construction projects involving residential buildings in both Spain and the UK. He has strong construction management expertise, deadline orientation, leadership, multi-tasking and team-working skills. He is an enthusiastic and driven individual with an in-depth understanding of properties, so will ensure you get the most out of your project and space.

Roberto

Project Manager

Roberto has been working in construction for more than ten years. His experience as a Project Manager started in Spain back in 2007 immediately after getting his architectural degree at the UEM university (European University from Madrid) and since then his work has been orientated to lead and co-ordinate building teams to deliver projects of all kinds. He enjoys bringing his architectural skills to site and using this knowledge and experience to ensure the best possible outcome on your project.

Support team, marketing, digital and social media

Our support team is here to aid you through every step of the process, starting by booking your first meeting with your design consultant, through to arranging your completion meeting to hand over your Final Certificate. After your first meeting they will prepare a personalised proposal and fixed price quotation before taking you through the next steps which may include booking you to view a recently completed project similar to the one you are considering undertaking. The team also manage the marketing along with any digital and social media activities.

Roxanne

Office Assistant

Roxanne came to us after 8 years experience in a busy customer service role within the hospitality industry. She is therefore more than able to assist future and current clients with their enquiries in a friendly and efficient manner. Having a Masters in Business Management also means she is on hand to help with the day to day running of a busy office.

Office Assistant

With a BSc in interior architecture, Jo will most likely be your first point of contact here at nuspace. She is more than capable of answering your queries and making sure you are connected to the relevant person within our team throughout your build. She is also involved with our marketing and social media presence.

Accounts

Bob Chappell

Accountant Bsc(econ)hons AFA ACCA finalist

As our Accountant, Bob carries out all company related accounting activities including accounts receivable, accounts payable, staff payroll and vat reconciliations. Having been a Group Accountant/ Management Accountant and Marine Accountant in a number of different industries and businesses, Bob is well equipped for the role.

Senior management

Nicola Chappell

Bsc (hon)

Nicola is the Senior member of the management team here at nuspace and sister of founder and managing director Graham Chappell. Nicola's background is in project management and she has extensive corporate client relationship management experience. Nicola is the main escalation point for all areas of the business.