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Class Q is changing. Opportunities for larger, individual dwellings are limited. Act now!
What do you think of when someone refers to a barn conversion? Nowadays these can range from traditional stone barns through to modern, steel framed buildings and more. The opportunities are huge. An awareness of the principle of Class Q permitted development rights, allowing the conversion of former agricultural buildings to residential dwellings, is generally…
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Barnstaple architects CPD programme
Barnstaple architects Peregrine Mears Architects works hard to keep up-to-date with the latest developments in design and building construction. Kelly Phipps, Commercial Manager of Building Product Design Ltd visited the PMA studios to give an enlightening presentation of Glidevale Protect, a leading UK producer of building materials, offering a comprehensive range of products for new…
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What’s the future for this Barnstaple commercial property?
This Barnstaple commercial property needs to find it’s future. 81 Boutport Street is a undoubtedly one of the most identifiable properties in Barnstaple. This distinctive Grade II listed building was built in circa 1898-9, for well-known, leading local businessman F.W. Raymond. It must have been an important addition to the town, changing the Boutport Street…
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A strategic estate masterplan is the key first step
A strategic masterplan for larger property holdings offers real value to owners of estates, farms and commercial portfolios. Specialist experience and expertise within the diverse PMA team enables us to present an overview of larger land and building ownership, leading to the development of longer-term strategies. Aims and aspirations vary; it may include personal requirements…
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PMA looks to the future with architectural apprentices.
We recognise the importance young people in architecture and are keen to encourage those considering a career in the built environment. Lead RIBA Architect Perry Mears never hides his support for architectural apprenticeships. “The opportunity to work as an apprentice as an integral member of a professional team, exposed to a diverse variety of residential…
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Development & diversification opportunities for farms & rural enterprises
Discerning and astute landowners and owners of farms are taking a step back to reappraise land and building use. The current economic climate is challenging for all and a different approach doesn’t mean an end to farming or abandoning the work, perhaps of previous generations. Farming methods change and it’s prudent, in indeed essential, to…
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New sustainable home in Somerset village
The search for the right plot for your dream home is invariably a challenging and stressful time. Our clients’ enterprise and initiative has taken a different route and now paying dividends, having seen the potential, rather than just the existing; a rather dated home. The large level garden gives privacy, bordered by mature trees and…
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Viable solution for commercial building refurbishment
Barnstaple architects PMA, has obtained planning permission, enabling their client to revitalise fine commercial buildings in Newport, Barnstaple. Finding a viable solution for a future use of buildings is the lifeline for many commercial buildings, many like these, having stood empty for years. Secondary retail locations area particularly sensitive, feeling the impact of growing out-of-town…
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Replacement dwelling projects in the countryside
An increasingly route popular with both developers and those looking for a self-build project, is a replacement dwelling in the countryside; often a significant challenge but the outcomes can be exceptional. The proposition to demolish an existing building and build a modern home, is seemingly straightforward, to replace one building for another. However, there are…
