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  • Work Experience

    Work experience student embraces the brief “Design a house for a hero”!

    We recognise the importance of developing future talent and we are keen to support those showing an interest in the world of architecture. This week we were delighted to welcome a student from The Ilfracombe Academy to join us for the week in our design studios, spending time with our architectural team. “We recognise that…

  • Architect

    Looking for a career in architecture? Join PMA

    We currently have two opportunities based in Barnstaple: An Apprenticeship Opportunity in Architecture. How to start a career in architecture. The modern apprenticeship programme with PMA provides a great opportunity to be part of the new generation, by joining Peregrine Mears Architects in Barnstaple. An Architect or Architectural Technologist are well-respected with our creative profession,…

  • Northway Court

    HPB welcome their visitors to Northway Court

    Now fully operational it was great to pop back this week to Northway Court nr Bideford, North Devon the newest addition to HPB’s growing portfolio of prestige self-catering developments. HPB have an amazing selection of over 1,500 properties across more than 30 locations throughout the UK and Europe.  Opened on May 3rd 2024 by Sue…

  • Energy efficiency

    ‘A’ rating for energy efficiency & environmental impact

    We are delighted to have received news that one of our latest projects to undergo it’s As-Designed SAP Assessment has achieved an A rating in both energy efficiency and environmental impact. This is a testament to our clients ambitions and the PMA focus, design and technical skills; harmonising quality design with high performance. Energy efficiency…

  • Michaela Eaves RIBA architect

    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…

  • 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…

  • Glidevale Protect

    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…

  • Barnstaple

    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…

  • Materplan

    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…