Blog, Heritage & Listed Buildings, Home News
There is something timeless about the way natural stone sits within the South Devon landscape. From the warm, sandy tones of limestone to the rugged, grey granite found on the fringes of Dartmoor, stone is the DNA of our local architecture. However, working with stone...
Blog, Heritage & Listed Buildings, Home News
Newton Abbot is a town defined by its rich architectural history, from its roots as a medieval market town to its Victorian expansion as a railway hub. For those of us lucky enough to live in or own these heritage properties, we aren’t just homeowners—we are...
Blog, Heritage & Listed Buildings, Home News
Dartington is home to some of the most significant architectural gems in South Devon. From the medieval grandeur of the Hall to the unique Grade II listed cottages scattered through the village, these buildings are a vital part of our heritage. However, when it comes...
Blog, Conversions (Loft & Garage), Home News
Converting a redundant barn into a home is perhaps the ultimate Devon building project. It is the chance to save a piece of our agricultural history while creating a living space that is truly unique. However, Dartmoor barns were built for livestock and crops, not for...
Blog, Conversions (Loft & Garage), Home News
In my 25 years in the building trade, I’ve walked through hundreds of houses across South Devon. One thing I see time and again is “dead space”—that dusty corner of the loft, the damp basement, or the cluttered outbuilding that everyone avoids. These...