Studio
Established in 1990, moving forward ever since.
Grainge Architects have developed considerable experience ranging across the whole spectrum of development and construction within the South West. Encompassing the full range of architectural services from urban design and feasibility studies to detailed technical design and material specifications; we know how to take a project from a concept sketch to a fully delivered building.
Ethos
Friendly and reliable.
At our core, we are a skilled, friendly, and reliable architectural practice. We know how to design and deliver buildings with longevity and purpose – and how to do it in a way that builds lasting relationships with communities and clients.
Listen, question, understand.
We know how to listen and how to ask questions to get to the core of the brief and establish the project fundamentals from which to start a successful design.
Creative common sense.
We are straight forward to deal with and instinctively know when to practice pragmatism, modesty, and economy and how to use it to enrich a place or a building.
Collaboration.
Grainge is a collaborative team with a range of specialisms. Whilst a director will oversee each project, we encourage a non-hierarchical approach with everyone empowered to contribute and refine. We have a fantastic network of reliable collaborators across the full spectrum of built environment services built over decades of working in the South West.
Context-driven architecture.
There is no ‘house style’ with Grainge Architects. Each client and site bring new stimulus to respond to, new problems to solve and this is what dictates our unique response.
Thoughtful and precise (always learning).
We are an RIBA certified practice working to the highest professional standards. We cultivate learning, persistently developing in our approach to construction techniques and technologies and refining our processes for high standards and efficient delivery.




Team
Sustainability
An awareness of the power of good design to make a positive impact on people and planet is at the heart of what we do.
We recognise that as Architects, we have both a responsibility and an opportunity to make a positive contribution to the environment through the buildings and spaces we design. We firmly believe that sustainable design goes hand-in-hand with creating healthy and joyful spaces to inhabit.
Sustainable principles and practices are intrinsic to Grainge’s approach to designing more efficient, liveable and resilient buildings. Our team, which includes a certified Passivhaus Designer, is experienced in achieving exceptional levels of energy efficiency and occupant comfort.
Our commitment to sustainability is underpinned by the way we operate our studio. We are proud to be ISO 14001 accredited and a Certified Carbon Neutral business with Carbon Neutral Britain. We are continuously improving our processes to reduce our carbon footprint on our path towards Net Zero.

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Careers
Jobs
Our office sits within walking distance of Exeter’s historic quay where we are ideally placed for the unique work-life balance that living and working in South Devon has to offer. A career at Grainge Architects involves working across all project stages and wide variety of sectors.
Across our team individuals display a vast range of specialisms but we do not believe in pigeon-holing. This approach ultimately benefits our clients and their projects, enables the practice to be dynamic and flexible, and promotes continual development and learning within our team.
Whilst we are not currently actively recruiting, we are always interested to hear from talented and enthusiastic people who would like to join our team. If you feel you would be a good fit please send an email with a brief covering letter, CV and portfolio (max 10mb) to our office email address below.
Apprenticeships
Grainge Architects have a long history of working with students through their Architectural study whether through the ARB-approved degrees or via Apprentice courses for budding Architects and Technologists. Many of our team did some or all of their initial training with Grainge before fully qualifying and becoming long-term members of the team. We regularly take apprentices from Exeter College and are proud to be able to support our colleagues in progressing through their education alongside working at Grainge.
Please get in touch using our office email address below if you would like to talk about joining our team.
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Contact
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Office location:
The Boat Shed, Michael Browning Way, Exeter, Devon EX2 8DD