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Specialist Architects in North Devon
There are many individual reasons for needing the services of an
architect - maybe you are thinking of building a new home or
perhaps you need a different room layout or extension in your
existing home.
You may be a home owner or a business who is looking for specialist
advice and guidance on how to make the best use of the space you
already have.
RGP Architects is proud to be one of the largest architectural
practices in the South West, based in the heart of Barnstaple in
Devon, offering a wealth of expertise over a broad client base - from
public, private and voluntary sectors.
Established in 1960 by Reginald Gale, who qualified as the youngest
architect in the country, the firm still retains the ethos of traditional
values and personal service, with family members still active
Directors within the practice.
Over the years they have been responsible for industrial,
commercial, business and residential commissions.
An architect should be involved from the earliest stages of your
project, as they are able to offer you the benefit of their experience
in deciding how to maximise the potential of your existing property
or indeed, to propose ideas for the property you are about to
purchase.
They will discuss your needs in detail and then produce a design
scheme.
Their Services include:
Project Initiation Services - site finding, feasibility studies, budget cost
advice, conservation and heritage advice, strategic planning and
master plans.
Design Services - design team leadership, implementation and
direction of the design process, co-ordination of Health and Safety
in design, integration of sustainable design solutions, planning and
other regulation compliance.
Construction Services - preparation of detailed product information,
management of the tender process, project team management and
building contract administration.
Support Services - community and public consultation, related
graphics and presentation, 2D and 3D CAD visualisations, advice on
funding and project procurement.
Once you have decided on the specific area of your home or
business that requires attention, they will draw up the plans and
submit these to the Local Authority for Planning and Building
Regulations.
They have a tremendous amount of knowledge and experience in
how these two processes work and know how to satisfy the very
demanding and specific requirements of a Local Authority.
They will also prepare the full building specifications needed to
obtain competitive prices from various building contractors.
You can also expect them to set out their professional relationship at
the start of the commission to reflect your needs.
The objectives of their clients are met by professionalism and
maintaining the highest standards of performance, efficiently and
economically.
Whatever your project, contact RGP Architects and let them help
you.
Victoria Street, Barnstaple, EX32 9HT
Tel: 01271 345 304
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