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Function Ahead of Form: Designing for Disability

Posted on September 30, 2021

The concept that form follows function is not a new one and it is the starting point of all design, however this was particularly at the forefront for one of our latest projects to create a family home in North Devon. The project sought to adapt and extend a previously converted Chapel into a future-proof home,

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City Centre Redevelopment, Exeter

Posted on January 12, 2017

Grainge Architects have secured planning approval for the redevelopment of the Honiton Inn site in Paris Street, Exeter. The scheme includes the demolition of the existing derelict public house & its replacement with a 9 Storey Mixed Use Development......

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Architect designed new 300sqm home for £350k!

Posted on August 6, 2016

A build cost of £1,166 per sqm can usually only be associated with a industrial shed type building, typically bespoke residential projects cost in the region of £1,500 - £2,500 per sqm. When a young farming couple initially approached our practice......

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New Housing at Seabrook Orchards, Exeter.

Posted on May 26, 2016

The first phase of our Seabrook Orchards development is taking shape on the Topsham Road to the east of Exeter. This scheme derives its character from the local area. Local distinctiveness has been achieved.......

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The Longhouse, New Dwelling at Trecarne.

Posted on August 21, 2015

This new home designed by Grainge Architects, has recently been completed by Bovey Construction. The 'Longhouse' in Launceston responded to the client's desire for a contemporary interpretation of a traditional Cornish building form.....

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