Architecture

MEINHAUS architectural services are designed specifically for residential renovation and structural modification projects requiring permit approval and coordinated trade execution.

Architectural Design & Planning Services

Conceptual floor plan design

Space planning and layout optimization

Home additions and rear extensions

Second-storey additions

Basement finishing and legal secondary suite layouts

Structural reconfiguration plans

Load-bearing wall removal design

Garage conversions

Deck and exterior structure drawings

Permit-Ready Drawing Packages

We prepare detailed architectural drawing sets suitable for municipal building permit submission, including:

Existing and proposed floor plans

Elevations and cross-sections

Structural framing details

Foundation details (where required)

Site plans

Door and window schedules

Code compliance notes

Drawings are developed in alignment with applicable building codes and zoning regulations.

Engineering Coordination

Where structural changes are involved, we coordinate with licensed structural engineers to provide:

Beam sizing calculations

Point load and footing requirements

LVL, steel beam, and column specifications

Foundation reinforcement details

Structural stamped drawings

This ensures structural modifications meet regulatory standards before construction begins.

Code & Zoning Compliance

Before submission, projects are reviewed for:

Setback compliance

Height restrictions

Lot coverage requirements

Fire separation requirements

Egress window sizing

Stair geometry compliance

Ceiling height standards

Secondary suite requirements (where applicable)

Our goal is to reduce permit revisions and streamline approvals.

Design-to-Build Integration

Unlike standalone design firms, MEINHAUS integrates architecture with construction planning. This ensures:

Drawings are practical and buildable

Structural elements align with mechanical systems

Renovation sequencing is considered early

Cost implications are evaluated during design

Architecture is not treated as an isolated step — it is integrated into your overall renovation strategy.