Architectural Design Services in DC, Maryland & Virginia
Good architecture does more than look right — it builds right. BOZ Engineering Group provides licensed architectural design for residential and commercial projects across Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia, with one critical difference: our architectural design is produced in-house, fully coordinated with structural engineering, MEP engineering, and permitting from day one. That means no gap between your architect and your engineer, no conflicting drawings, and no scope holes that surface during plan review. Whether you need a full set of construction documents for a new build, as-built drawings for a renovation, or architectural plans for a commercial buildout, BOZ delivers permit-ready design backed by the engineering to support it. One team, one set of coordinated documents, one point of accountability.
Who This Is For
Homeowners planning additions, renovations, or new construction — You need architectural plans that meet code, pass permit review, and coordinate with the structural and mechanical systems behind the walls. You want one firm handling both design and engineering so nothing falls through the cracks.
Contractors who need construction documents fast — You have a project ready to build and need a complete, permit-ready architectural package that already accounts for structural and MEP requirements — not drawings that generate engineering change orders later.
Developers building multi-unit or commercial projects — You need architectural design that moves at the pace of your project timeline and coordinates seamlessly with structural, MEP, and civil scopes without managing three different firms.
Property owners who need as-built drawings — You have an existing building with no current drawings, and you need accurate as-built documentation before you can design a renovation, apply for a permit, or bring a property into code compliance.
Architects and designers seeking engineering coordination — You have a design concept and need a firm that can take it through construction documents while coordinating structural and MEP engineering in parallel — under one roof.
Not sure what level of architectural design your project needs? Call us at +1 202-998-5445 — we'll scope it out in a quick conversation.
Why Coordinated Architectural and Engineering Design Matters
On most projects, the architect and the engineer are separate firms — and the gap between them is where problems start. The architect draws the layout, the structural engineer designs the framing, and the MEP engineer routes the systems. Each firm works from its own assumptions, and when those assumptions conflict, the result is plan review comments, construction delays, and change orders that cost real money.
This is especially common in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia market, where renovation projects involve existing conditions that are hard to predict, jurisdictions have strict permit requirements, and small dimensional conflicts between architectural and structural drawings can stall a review for weeks. We see it regularly — beam depths that conflict with duct routing, wall locations that don't align with load paths, and architectural details that require structural modifications nobody accounted for.
BOZ Engineering Group eliminates this disconnect by producing architectural design and engineering under one roof. When the same team draws the floor plan and designs the structure that supports it, every architectural decision is informed by engineering reality from the start. The result is a coordinated set of documents that passes plan review cleanly and builds without surprises.
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Our Architectural Design Process
Step 1: Project Consultation and Scope Definition
We start with a conversation about your project — what you are building or renovating, what the space needs to do, and what your permit and timeline requirements look like. We review any existing documentation (surveys, prior drawings, inspection reports) and define the scope of architectural and engineering services needed.
Step 2: Existing Conditions and As-Built Documentation
For renovation and addition projects, we document existing conditions through a site visit and field measurements. This gives us the accurate baseline we need to design from — not assumptions based on outdated or incomplete drawings.
Step 3: Architectural Design Development
Our team develops floor plans, elevations, sections, and layout options based on your program requirements. Because our structural and MEP engineers sit in the same office, every design decision is checked against engineering feasibility in real time — not after the architectural drawings are already finished.
Step 4: Construction Document Production
We produce a complete set of construction documents — architectural, structural, and MEP — coordinated as a single package. Drawings are formatted for the specific jurisdiction where your project will be permitted, whether that is DC, Fairfax County, Arlington, Montgomery County, or another local authority.
Step 5: Permit Submission and Plan Review Support
We submit or support your permit application and handle any plan reviewer comments. Because the architectural and engineering documents were produced together, review comments are resolved faster — there is no back-and-forth between separate firms trying to reconcile conflicting drawings.
What Your Architectural Design Package Includes
Initial consultation and project scoping — understanding your goals, budget constraints, and permit requirements
Site visit and existing conditions documentation (or as-built survey for renovation projects)
Architectural floor plans, elevations, and building sections
Interior layout and room programming based on your functional requirements
Exterior design and facade details coordinated with structural systems
Construction document preparation formatted for permit submission in your jurisdiction
Coordination with structural engineering — load paths, framing, and connections integrated into the architectural set
Coordination with MEP engineering — mechanical, electrical, and plumbing routing accounted for in architectural layouts
Code compliance review for your specific jurisdiction (DC, MD, VA, or FL)
Permit submission support and plan reviewer response if comments are issued
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Your Project Deserves Design and Engineering
Whether you're building new, renovating an existing space, or need as-built documentation before you can start — BOZ Engineering Group delivers architectural design fully coordinated with structural, MEP, and permitting services. No coordination gaps. No conflicting drawings. Just a complete, permit-ready package from one team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Architectural Design Questions — Answered by Our Team
Not sure what your architectural project requires, how long it takes, or what's included? These are the questions we hear most from homeowners, contractors, and developers across DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
How much does architectural design cost?
Architectural design fees depend on project type, size, and complexity — a home addition is a different scope than a full commercial buildout. We provide a fixed, written fee proposal after reviewing your project so you know the investment before any work begins. Call +1 202-998-5445 for a project-specific quote.
How long does it take to get architectural plans?
Most residential projects take 3 to 6 weeks from initial consultation to permit-ready construction documents. Commercial projects and larger scopes may take longer depending on complexity and coordination requirements. Because we produce architectural and engineering documents in-house, we're typically faster than projects that require coordination between separate firms.
Do I need an architect or an engineer — or both?
Most building projects require both architectural design (the layout, appearance, and spatial planning) and engineering (the structure, mechanical systems, and code compliance calculations). At BOZ, you don't have to choose — we provide both under one roof, fully coordinated from the start.
Can you work from my existing design or concept?
Yes. If you've already worked with a designer, have sketches, or have a concept you'd like developed, we can take it from where it is through full construction documents. We'll coordinate the architectural intent with structural and MEP engineering to produce a complete, permit-ready package.
Do you provide as-built drawings for existing buildings?
Yes. We field-measure and produce as-built documentation for buildings that don't have current drawings. This is a common starting point for renovation projects, permit applications, and code compliance efforts. As-builts include floor plans, elevations, and sections documenting existing conditions.
What's the difference between hiring BOZ versus a separate architect and engineer?
When you hire separate firms, you're responsible for coordinating between them — making sure the architectural drawings align with the structural design, that the MEP routing fits within the architectural layout, and that the full package is consistent for permit review. When you hire BOZ, that coordination happens internally. One team produces the full set of documents, which means fewer conflicts, faster turnaround, and a cleaner permit submission.
What jurisdictions do you submit permits in?
We're licensed in DC, Maryland, Virginia, and Florida. We regularly submit architectural and engineering packages in Washington DC, Fairfax County, Arlington County, Montgomery County, Prince George's County, and jurisdictions throughout the DMV. Each jurisdiction has different submission requirements, and we format your package accordingly.
Do you handle the permit process or just the drawings?
We handle both. BOZ produces the permit-ready drawings and supports the full permit submission process — including responding to plan reviewer comments. Because we produced the architectural and engineering documents together, we can resolve comments faster than firms that need to coordinate between separate architects and engineers.
BOZ Engineering Group
From Feasibility to Final Permit.
Licensed in DC | Maryland | Virginia | Florida
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Phone: +1 202-998-5445
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