Tag / Devon
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Where do we start with our self-build?
“So where do we start” is often the first question we’re asked by clients embarking on their first self-build project. Invariably, ideas are a plenty; we’re keen to listen and learn. The more we know, the better equipped we are. “These initial conversations are so valuable” explained Devon architect, Perry Mears. “We know it’s hard…
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Northway Court HPB Their new addition progresses
Northway Court HPB I Our largest current project is for the popular The Holiday Property Bond, who have earned an enviable reputation for their high specification holiday homes in fabulous locations, throughout the UK and Europe. Their latest UK project is Northway Court near Bideford in North Devon, now well underway under the supervision of…
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Apprenticeship in Architecture opportunity
We’re often asked how to start a career in the world of architecture. The modern apprenticeship in architecture programme provides a great opportunity to be part of the new generation, by joining Peregrine Mears Architects in Barnstaple. An Architect or Architectural Technologist is a well-respected, creative profession offering numerous career options and specialisms, in many…
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Planning permission for 16 country homes
Another recent success for North Devon architects Peregrine Mears Architects is obtaining planning permission for a select development of just 16 homes in a delightful countryside setting, at Meadow Rise Burrington N Devon. Design “Attention to design and detail has guided every step.” explained Perry Mears. “Finding the right layout, form and feel for a…
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Architects Help Community Try and Save Historic Building
When the Community Bid to Save Historic Building was launched they invited Devon based Peregrine Mears Architects are delighted to have been appointed by the Moor Imagination Collective(MIC) to advise on their aspirations to acquire, develop and convert Buckfastleigh Methodist Church to a community hub. Built in 1835, a 2012 Conservation Area Character Appraisal describes it as “a key community building……
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RICS Award for Community Centre
RICS Award for Bovey Tracey Community Centre. We are thrilled to announce that The Riverside Community Centre in Bovey Tracey has been crowned Winner of best Public Sector Project in the RICS (Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors Awards 2022), South West Region. Situated at the western gateway of the town, the new community centre was…
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Agricultural Tied Dwellings Don’t Need to be Boring!
A new rural home. How exciting! The countryside of the West Country and far beyond has many examples of agricultural tied dwellings. In the past these have typically been very ordinary looking bungalows – ironically not a traditional rural building form at all. As always, we seek to challenge that pre-conception and wonder what could…
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SelfBuild & Design Show 2022 – Free Tickets!
As one of the region’s leading firms of Architects, we are looking forward to this year’s SelfBuild & Design Show, taking place at Westpoint Exeter this coming weekend. This specialist exhibition is perfect for anyone interested in embarking on a self-build project, from a major refurbishment or period property renovation right up to large-scale ‘grand…
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Passivhaus standards for farmhouse replacement
Having previously reported that we had been successful in obtaining planning permission for the replacement of a dilapidated farmhouse with a fine new home to Passivhaus standards, we are delighted to provide an update; work has started! You can see why the spot was chosen; there will be fabulous countryside views from this fine new…
