Tag / Barnstaple Architects
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PMA welcomes a new ARB/RIBA registered architect to the team
Lead architect Perry Mears is delighted to welcome Michaela Eaves as a ARB/RIBA registered architect to PMA . “Michaela is a great addition to our architectural team, bringing fresh perspectives and considerable specialist expertise. PMA’s team approach ensures full use of our varied expertise and skills, particularly valable through the various stages of design and…
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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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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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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…
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Planning approval for a sensitive site in Barnstaple
PMA have obtained planning permission for a lovely individual house design; a detached family home in Pill Lane, situated to the outskirts of Barnstaple, North Devon, in the parish of Bishops Tawton. The two storey house has four bedrooms, comfortable reception space and kitchen and double garage. The biggest challenge was the sensitive location, owing…
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PMA expands team, welcoming a new architect
We introduce our latest team member, Ciarán Linane, who joins PMA following ten years’ experience working in a selection of London architectural practices. An ARB-registered Architect, Ciarán has gained a diverse skill set through the delivery of large commercial schemes for clients with complex and ever-evolving business needs. He has worked on numerous large-scale office…
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How to convert a barn – 8 things for success
Creating your dream home can be extremely exciting and very rewarding. One way to achieve something unique is to convert a barn. Converting a barn is big project, but with the right advice and guidance, careful planning, a respectful and creative design approach with sound financial budgeting, the outcomes can be awesome. Start with a…
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Another Class Q success. We love barns.
Rarely is any planning approval obtained without challenges. The amount of information required to be provided to achieve a Class Q success is often comprehensive, including specialist reports from third party expertise. Some Class Q approvals are trickier than others to obtain. This recent Class Q success is an exciting opportunity, located in an highly…
