Architectural Documentation
Complete measured surveys capture existing conditions through drawings, photographs, and written descriptions. We document structural systems, material assemblies, and spatial relationships, creating a permanent record of buildings before renovation or demolition.
Documentation includes floor plans, building sections, exterior elevations, and detail drawings of significant features. Photographic surveys systematically record all building elements, while written reports describe construction methods and note areas of deterioration or previous modification.
CAD 3,250.00
Heritage Assessment
Evaluation of historical significance according to federal, provincial, and municipal criteria. These assessments establish which building elements contribute to heritage value and recommend appropriate levels of protection or intervention.
Reports include historical research, architectural analysis, and statements of significance formatted to meet local heritage designation requirements. We identify character-defining elements and provide guidance on acceptable modifications.
CAD 1,875.50
Adaptive Reuse Consulting
Strategic planning for converting industrial structures to new uses while preserving architectural character. We analyze spatial possibilities, identify technical constraints, and recommend approaches that balance heritage retention with functional requirements.
Consulting includes feasibility studies, precedent research, and schematic concepts showing how proposed uses can fit within existing building envelopes. We coordinate with engineers and code consultants to address structural and regulatory considerations.
CAD 4,620.75
Structural Analysis Reports
Assessment of foundation systems, framing capacity, and overall structural condition. These reports evaluate whether existing systems can support proposed new loads and identify necessary reinforcement or repair work.
Analysis covers foundation types and conditions, structural framing systems, load paths, and material deterioration. Reports specify appropriate stabilization methods and provide load capacity information for use by design teams.
CAD 2,940.25
Archival Research
Investigation of building history through municipal archives, insurance records, trade publications, and company documents. Research establishes construction dates, identifies original designers or builders, and documents changes over time.
Results include annotated timelines, historical photographs, original drawings when available, and written narratives explaining how buildings evolved. This context informs decisions about which elements warrant preservation.
CAD 1,575.00
Material Conservation Planning
Development of specifications for cleaning, repairing, and protecting historic building materials. Plans address masonry, metal, timber, and other materials based on their condition and the causes of deterioration.
Recommendations follow conservation principles appropriate to each material type. We specify methods that stabilize existing fabric rather than replacing it unnecessarily, preserving original construction wherever feasible.
CAD 2,180.50