Sasha Berezina BA (Hons), MA, MRTPI, IHBC
Sasha is a conservation-trained planner with over 15 years’ experience in local authorities across Dorset and Somerset before becoming Co-Director of Context Planning Ltd, she was a Senior Planning and Conservation Officer at Bath and North East Somerset Council, managing complex and high-profile planning and listed building applications.
She is a chartered member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) and the Institute of Historic Building Conservation (IHBC).
Sasha specialises in heritage planning, advising on development in historic settings and the alteration and conversion of listed and non-listed buildings.
Paul Swindlhurst RICS assc.
Paul originally trained as an M&E surveyor and worked on a number of prestigious projects, including the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff.Later in his career, Paul attended the University College of Estate Management in Reading, where he qualified for RICS membership.
Since 2012, Paul has worked as a Chartered Surveyor, specialising in residential project management, cost consultancy, and party wall surveying and now runs his own company.
Mark Watkins Bsc (Hons) BArch PG Dip (Arch. Practice) RIB
Clear Future Architecture was established by Mark Watkins following a successful career across several commercial architectural practices. Mark has played an active role within the regional branch of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), serving as Chair of the Bristol and Bath Branch and as President of the Bristol Society of Architects. In addition to his professional work, he is a part-time lecturer on the Architectural Studies degree course at University of Bath.
Harriet Watkins Bsc (Hons) BArch PG Dip (Arch. Practice) RIB
Harriet Watkins joined Clear Future: Architecture as Co-Director, bringing over a decade of experience as a freelance designer, alongside many years in commercial practice. Her expertise in interior architecture and design broadens and strengthens the practice’s multidisciplinary offering.
Alexander Hoda BA (Hons), MA
Alex has spent his career restoring heritage assets and estates, combining traditional building techniques with a focus on adapting historic properties for modern living.
Driven by his passion for traditional construction, Alex founded Yolland to bring together a trusted team of skilled tradespeople developed over many years to work alongside him and his team to deliver the highest quality renovations and designs.
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Tracey Hyde RA (PD)
With over 20 years’ experience in bespoke residential interiors, Tracey specialises in kitchens, architectural joinery and furniture for country houses and high-end London homes.
She spent more than fifteen years at Plain English Cupboardmakers, one of Britain’s most respected bespoke kitchen and joinery companies, working closely with private clients from initial consultation and spatial planning through to final installation.
Tracey’s work is defined by a quiet, considered aesthetic, a collaborative approach and a commitment to interiors that are as functional as they are timeless.