This month we are starting work on a new care facility in the grounds of a residential home Grade II listed Highfield House in Castle Cary Conservation Area. Nick Jackson, arboriculturist, is carrying out a tree survey and we are designing a freestanding building in the garden to provide respite care for 3 resident and an alternative option from the main house which currently accommodates 22 residents. The design take its cues from the range of workshops and offices which occur in Pithers Yard on the other side of the brick boundary wall and these provide a precedent for a single storey […]
Yearly archives: 2020
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July will be another busy month for us – with new appointments for North Cadbury Neighbourhood Plan, two listed buildings, one in Bridport, the other in Upottery, a project in each of the three counties in which we operate. The most interesting development is that RIBA Part I student Helena Jenkinson is joining us as a summer intern from the University of the West of England. She is going to have hands-on experience of how we work, seeing designs evolve and repairs being implemented on site. It is such a privilege to be selected for the summer internship with Angel […]
Angel Architecture obtained planning permission for this unlisted building in the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty for the construction of a single storey kitchen extension and canopy from the front entrance to the north west facing terrace. The works are due to be carried out by Charmouth based Crosby Builders this summer. Angel Architecture have been retained to submit an application for Building Regulations approval. The building works will be project managed by the owners. Vis-a-vis the lockdown scenario from which we are gradually emerging. During this time, owners of listed buildings can carry out certain works without […]
We have been appointed architects for a beautiful country house with Tudor origins. It has been occupied continuously by one careful lady owner for 80 years. We are advising our clients on a building management strategy to deal with routine maintenance and minor repairs. The impact of Covid-19 crisis on Angel Architecture Ltd has meant that some, but very few, projects are on hold as it is not possible to visit people’s houses to proceed with the early stages. We are tackling the immediate situation with tenacity and vigour, reassessing projects, cashflow and future business. By virtual meetings we are able to continue […]