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  • Class Q

    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…

  • Multigenerational living

    We’re featured in Attivo Life, on multigenerational living

    A recent survey finds that multigenerational living in the UK could be set to triple by 2040. We were delighted to be featured in Attivo Life, in an insight into this trend, by Nicky Rampley-Clarke. A growing trend are buildings that can be for say, grandchildren, parents and grandchildren, all together, which they can all…

  • Coast

    Lodges approved for historic coastal inn.

    Having first obtained planning and listed building approval to extend the renowned Blue Ball Inn at Countisbury, Lynmouth, North Devon to provide staff accommodation earlier this year, we were delighted to now receive an additional permission, for 4 contemporary holiday lodges nearby. The sensitive location required a careful solution; in this case the lodges are…

  • Holiday Lodge

    Holiday lodge with an awesome view

    Perched above the fabulous North Devon coast in a sensitive Area of Natural Beauty (AONB) it is a real gem. In summary originally a camping and caravan site, innovations have replaced the traditional static caravans with two shepherd huts. The latest project was to replace the final static caravan with a quality, eco-build holiday lodge.…

  • Class Q South Hams

    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? Introduced in…

  • Self build

    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…

  • Blackbird © James Brittain

    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…

  • Architect for extension

    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,…

  • 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…