Tag / design
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Fab Building Plots By The Sea in Coast Magazine
Coast magazine As architects, we can do almost anything with a home, other than move it! Interest in coastal homes continues to grow from strength to strength. For many, the ultimate item on their bucket list is to build a dream home, on the coast. The first challenge is finding the right building plot. Coast…
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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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Personal edge in architectural technology
With ChatGBT and AI featuring prominently in the headlines, there have been interesting discussions about technology in many roles. The passionate discourse around architects has encompassed every perspective and viewpoint. Devon architects, Peregrine Mears Architects gives an insight into their approach, subtly blending the latest technology with a skillful personal touch, which can add a…
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Cornwall homes planning permission
More success for Cornwall homes planning permission approvals. Having successfully gained planning permission for a new dwelling on part of a former market garden site in 2021, we were pleased to be invited to act for the same landowner to seek consent for an additional two dwellings on the site in 2022. As always, our…
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Richard Ellis has fresh designs for North Devon
Peregrine Mears Architects have expanded their senior team with the arrival of Richard Ellis from leading company Stride Treglown. “We’re delighted to welcome Richard to North Devon, bringing a few approach and ideas to our practice, which is inspiring for us all.” commented Director, Perry Mears. “This is an exciting development for Peregrine Mears architects.…
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Help to Build – financial help to self-build!
The government has just launched a new Help to Build scheme, to help people wishing to self-build their home in England; applications can now be made. For many the dream to build a home of their own remains just that, a dream. Funding a self-build requires a significant capital, which can be a challenge, especially…
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One leads to two in North Devon
Peregrine Mears Architects design for two identical detached homes in Ilfracombe by granted planning permission by North Devon Council. Development for two homes in North Devon OK, yes we had to visit the coast to do our site survey but that’s one of the (many) benefits of working in fabulous North Devon. A lovely coastal…
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What Can We Do With This?
Class Q. Some building development opportunities are easier to spot than others. Perhaps the conversion of this barn was not an obvious prospect, but Peregrine Mears Architects has just successfully obtained permission for the change of use to a dwelling. “When asked “What can we do with this? This really caught my imagination” explained architect…
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Demolish and replace
“Our clients’ words `demolish and replace`! Look at the site, not the existing property’ with an inspiring project brief are precisely why I chose to be an architect” says Max Pountney, Design Manager with Peregrine Mears Architects, as he passionately talks through one of his latest commissions, in fabulous Cornwall. Our clients presented us with…
