Architectural Design Services & Permit Engineering Drawings

EFI Engineering provides BCIN-certified architectural design services in Ottawa, tailored to meet Ontario Building Code (OBC) requirements and each client’s unique project goals.

Whether you’re planning a new build, renovation, or expansion, our team blends functionality, efficiency, and aesthetics to deliver high-quality architectural solutions. We support residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional projects with designs that are both practical and code-compliant.

Our experience with permit engineering drawings in Ottawa ensures your building permit application process is smooth and successful. By aligning our work with municipal and provincial regulations, we help improve project feasibility and execution.

Key Services

Custom Architectural Design & Space Planning

Concept Development & Schematic Design:

Creating custom layouts and building concepts aligned with client vision and functional requirements.
Conducting 3D modeling and visualization to explore design options.

Code-Compliant Architectural Drawings & BCIN Sealed Plans:

Preparing detailed architectural permit drawings that meet OBC regulations and support permit engineering drawings Ottawa requirements.
Providing BCIN-sealed plans for streamlined permit approvals.

Space Planning & Interior Layouts:

Optimizing interior layouts for workflow efficiency, accessibility, and comfort.
Integrating sustainable and energy-efficient design strategies.

Feasibility Studies & Pre-Design Assessments:

Evaluating site conditions, zoning constraints, and client requirements to determine project viability.
Delivering actionable insights early in the design process to guide effective planning and decision-making.

Building Code Compliance & Permit Approvals

Ontario Building Code (OBC) Compliance Analysis:

Conducting zoning reviews, egress planning, and fire safety compliance checks.
Completing Ontario Building Code (OBC) Matrix for permit applications.

Permit Drawing Preparation & Submission:

Preparing full architectural permit drawing sets including floor plans, elevations, building sections, and site plans.
Assisting with municipal permit applications and approvals.

Egress & Fire Safety Planning:

Ensuring safe occupant movement and emergency exit planning.
Designing fire separation plans to meet fire safety and life safety codes.

Comprehensive Permit Engineering Drawings:

Producing detailed, coordinated drawing sets for permit submission, tailored to local Ottawa requirements.
Aligning all documents with municipal standards to streamline approvals and avoid costly delays.

Renovation, Adaptive Reuse & Heritage Conservation

Building Renovations & Expansions:

Designing upgrades, additions, and reconfigurations to existing buildings.
Ensuring structural and mechanical integration in adaptive reuse projects.

Heritage Building Restorations:

Preserving and restoring historical architectural elements.
Ensuring compliance with heritage designation requirements.

Energy Efficiency & Sustainable Design

LEED & Green Building Design Consultation:

Integrating high-performance building envelopes, passive solar strategies, and renewable energy.
Advising on LEED certification requirements and sustainable material selection.

Accessibility & Universal Design Solutions:

Designing inclusive spaces that meet AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act) guidelines.
Incorporating barrier-free entryways, accessible washrooms, and ergonomic layouts.