“Communication was seamless from start to finish. They guided me through every aspect of the design process … helping me successfully attain my permit.”
BCIN-qualified residential design · Barrie & Simcoe County
From home idea to permit-ready drawings.
ESCL Design helps homeowners plan additions, renovations, second units, custom homes, decks, garages, and existing-work permits with clear drawings and practical guidance.
- Project-specific scope review
- Drawings prepared for municipal review
- Support through permit comments
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Custom home inspiration
Explore exterior concepts shaped for different sites and lifestyles.
BCIN-qualifiedResidential design
Ontario focusedCode-conscious drawings
Municipal readyCoordinated permit packages
Homeowner friendlyPlain-language guidance
Residential design services
Choose the project that looks most like yours.
Not sure where your project fits? Start with a free permit-readiness check.
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Permit drawings
Coordinated plans, elevations, sections, notes, and details for residential building permit applications.
Explore permit drawings → 02Second dwelling units
Layouts and permit documentation for basement apartments, second suites, and additional units.
Explore second units → 03Additions & renovations
Design and drawing packages for added space, new layouts, structural changes, and major home updates.
Explore home changes → 04Custom homes
Site-conscious residential design developed from early ideas through a coordinated permit package.
Explore custom homes → 05Decks & garages
Practical design and permit drawings for outdoor structures, detached garages, and accessory buildings.
Explore decks and garages → 06Order to Comply
Existing-condition documentation and permit drawings for work that needs municipal resolution.
Get compliance help →
What you receive
A drawing package that explains the project clearly.
Every scope is tailored to the property and proposed work. A typical package may include the following:
- 01Existing-condition drawingsMeasured plans and documentation of the current home.
- 02Proposed design drawingsPlans, elevations, sections, and details that communicate the work.
- 03Code and zoning coordinationProject information organized for the applicable review path.
- 04Permit-review supportDesign-related revisions and responses within the agreed scope.
A clear four-step process
Know what happens next.
- 01
Review
We discuss your goals, property, municipality, timing, and available documents.
- 02
Document
We confirm existing conditions and identify the drawings and consultants the project needs.
- 03
Design
We develop the layout and prepare coordinated drawings for your review.
- 04
Permit
We finalize the package and support the agreed municipal submission and review steps.
Custom home concepts
A home designed around the way you live.
Custom home concept 01
Contemporary two-storey
Layered grey masonry, dark detailing, and a welcoming covered entry.
Custom home concept 02
Modern woodland cottage
Dark vertical cladding, broad glazing, and a form shaped to the site.
Custom home concept 03
Light masonry residence
Clean lines and balanced proportions create a calm, modern elevation.
Custom home concept 04
Woodland family home
Black siding, grounded stone, and warm timber accents add depth.
Custom home concept 05
Contemporary home at dusk
Warm interiors and generous decks connect everyday living to outdoors.
Images shown are design concepts and project studies; they are not presented as completed construction unless identified otherwise.
A technical partner for your home project
Design guidance grounded in how homes get built.
Emilio Sebastian Conde Ludena leads ESCL Design with more than 10 years of professional experience across residential design, drafting, engineering coordination, and construction-focused documentation.
The goal is simple: help homeowners understand the path ahead, make informed design decisions, and give municipalities and builders clear information to work from.
Local residential design
Serving Barrie, Simcoe County, and nearby municipalities.
BarrieInnisfilOrilliaCollingwood
Wasaga BeachBradfordAllistonMidland
New TecumsethOro-MedonteSpringwaterSimcoe County
Common questions
A better first conversation starts with the basics.
Still unsure? Send the project address and a short description. We can help identify the next useful step.
Try the free permit-readiness check →What should I send for an initial review?
Your property address, municipality, a short description of the work, and any photos, sketches, survey, old plans, or municipal notices you have.
How much will permit drawings cost?
Fees depend on the property, project type, existing information, and required consultants. After reviewing the starting information, ESCL Design can define the scope and provide a project-specific proposal.
Can ESCL Design submit my building permit?
Permit coordination can be included in the project scope. The exact submission process and consultant requirements depend on the municipality and proposed work.
Can you help with an Order to Comply?
Yes. We can review the notice, document existing conditions, and prepare drawings for a retroactive permit. Engineering, investigation, or corrective construction may also be required.
Start a conversation
Tell us about your residential project.
Share your property, project idea, and timing. We’ll review the details and help identify a practical next step.
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