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Class Q barn conversion success in South Hams
Talk with any farmer and they will soon tell you how the world of agriculture has changed in recent years. And farmers certainly know the need for diversification and the need for change both in their farming businesses and their own lifestyle. So was this a Class Q opportunity in the South Hams? Class Q…
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Self build can start, but not as originally planned
We’ve all seen the TV programmes where a self-build project starts with some time living in a caravan on-site. Well, we have now received planning approval so our clients can commence on their project for a fabulous self-build home in North Devon, which makes living in a caravan for a while totally understandable. Our clients…
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Holiday and Leisure Park Development Forum
Next week sees this year’s “Holiday and Leisure Park Development Forum” taking place over two days on 21 / 22 September 2023, at the prestigious De Vere Cotswold Water Park Resort in Gloucestershire. This fabulous, unique setting, set among an amazing 152 lakes in the heart of the Cotswolds, creates the perfect setting for creative…
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RIBA House of the Year 2023 – Longlist
Featured image Blackbird by Lyons Architects with Hamish HerfordRead the full citation from the RIBA Awards Jury on RIBA Journal. The pre-eminent global, professional organisation for architects is the RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects) which has just released their long-list for the RIBA House of the Year 2023. This prestigious award is presented annually…
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Art influencing architecture
Design of architecture presents unique challenges and opportunities. We were invited by the owner, of a house overlooking the sea, at Lee Bay. The owner, a furniture designer, was unsure of how to reconfigure or replace the existing timber annexe. The all-important initial site visit was a real surprise for our Design Manager, Max Pountney,…
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Adding a link can be transformational
Architect for an extension I No two design projects are the same and are often not on a grand scale. Peregrine Mears Architects ensure that their same professional enthusiasm, creativity and passion is applied to all projects, illustrated by this recent individual scheme in North Devon. Our clients approached us, having purchased a lovely home,…
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New hotel for expanding marina
An architect’s contribution is multi-faceted, evolving with a project. Understanding a client’s need and vision sounds easy, but often not quite as straightforward as it might appear. Working in different parts of the UK allows us to bring a totally fresh approach, with an objective perceptive. Business owners live and breathe their buildings, sometimes leading…
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Large Devon new build taking shape
Every stage in development of a new home is exciting; this excitement we share with our clients from start to finish. The initial hand drawn concept sketches inspire key client discussions, the outcomes of which give the direction for the whole project. The use of latest technology with CAD and CGI visuals starts to bring…
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An architecture apprenticeship with PMA. Sept ’23.
Start September 2023 If you are 16+ and you see your future in the world of architecture, we’d love to talk with you. Contact architect Perry Mears to discuss further. 01271 377 776 or perry@mearsarchitects.comRIBA Chartered Architects in Barnstaple North Devon. Office based role, with college attendance. The Old Sail Loft Paiges Lane Barnstaple Devon…
