Building design
Comprehensive building design services — from the initial concept stage to the commencement of construction and architectural supervision. We specialise in complex developments, industrial buildings, and structural engineering solutions, ensuring top quality, precise timelines, and full compliance with building regulations and standards.
Experienced team, reliable results.
Since 2004, BALTS UN MELNS design office has been providing building design services across Latvia — for residential, public and industrial buildings. We combine functionality, sustainability and aesthetics to ensure that every building we design delivers lasting value.
Why choose us for building design?
- Comprehensive approach: one integrated team covering all aspects of building design — architecture, structural engineering, MEP systems, fire safety, and energy efficiency.
- BIM and 3D environment: all projects are developed in a 3D environment, implementing BIM standards with clearly defined stages and levels of detail to minimise coordination errors during construction.
- Complex projects made simple: we specialise in industrial buildings, reconstructions, refurbishments, and heritage properties — delivering precision and consistency across all project types.
- Transparent costs: we prepare detailed project execution plans, quantity summaries, and cost estimates, ensuring full financial clarity from concept to completion.
Our scope of building design services
We provide a comprehensive range of building design and technical documentation services, covering all parts and disciplines of a construction project. Our team prepares every essential section of the construction design package, including:
- Architectural design and master planning: Development of the architectural concept, layouts, elevations, and the overall site plan (general arrangement).
- Structural engineering: Design and specification of all load-bearing and structural elements, ensuring safety, stability, and compliance with Eurocodes.
- Internal and external engineering systems: Complete design of building services, including water supply and sewerage (WS), ventilation (VN), heating and air conditioning (HVAC), electrical systems (ELT), and automation (BMS and control systems).
- Fire safety and civil protection solutions: Fire resistance measures, evacuation planning, compartmentation, and passive/active protection systems in line with current fire safety regulations.
- Energy performance analysis and optimisation: Energy efficiency calculations, envelope performance assessment, and sustainable design solutions.
- Construction management planning: Preparation of the construction works organisation plan, logistics and sequencing for on-site efficiency and safety.
- Economic and quantity analysis: Preparation of the project’s cost summary, bill of quantities, and cost breakdowns to support tendering and budgeting.
- Cost estimation and cost control: Detailed cost plans and estimates, alongside continuous monitoring and control of project expenses throughout design and construction stages.
Residential building design
We create bespoke building designs for detached houses, semi-detached and terraced homes, as well as multi-apartment residential buildings. We also provide redesign and refurbishment services for existing dwellings and apartment layouts, optimising space, natural light, energy efficiency, and operational costs. The result: a sustainable, high-quality home perfectly aligned with your lifestyle and budget.
Design of industrial buildings and production facilities
We have extensive experience in the design of manufacturing plants, warehouses, and logistics centres. Our team carefully analyses each project's industrial specifics, production workflows, safety and hygiene requirements, as well as sustainability and operational efficiency. We design new production facilities and also renovate or extend existing industrial buildings, ensuring minimal disruption to ongoing operations and reducing downtime risks.
Public building design
Our team of architects and engineers delivers both new build and refurbishment design projects for cultural, educational, sports, commercial, and office buildings. We work with contemporary architecture as well as the preservation and adaptive reuse of heritage buildings, ensuring historical value is respected while integrating modern functionality and design standards.
Find out more about your building design project with a free consultation.
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During the conversation, we will listen to your wishes and offer the best way to help you with the development of engineering network projects!
Included as part of our free consultation:
- Answers to all your questions
- A tailored package of services for your project
- A step-by-step guide to working with us
- A competitive quote to suit your budget
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How does cooperation work?
Working with us is straightforward – following a free initial consultation, we’ll prepare a tailor-made proposal that meets your requirements while adhering to the highest quality standards. In short, the main stages of building design are:
- Consultation and brief – we define your needs, budget, and time frame.
- Concept design – a spatial and functional proposal, often with alternative options.
- Technical design – development of the BIM model,, structural design, building servicesand regulatory coordination.
- Construction design and cost plan – a complete documentation package required for planning approval and the commencement of construction works.
- Site supervision (author’s supervision) – we oversee construction progress to ensure full compliance with the approved design.
Expected outcomes
- Fully coordinated documentation and approvals;
- Reduced construction risks through BIM-based coordination;
- Predictable costs and timelines;
- Sustainable, energy-efficient, and operationally effective buildings.
How long does the building design process take?
It depends on the complexity of the building and the approval process. For a simple residential property, the design stage may take from a few weeks to several months. For public or industrial buildings, the process is usually longer, particularly if additional technical assessments or expert reviews are required.
What documents are needed to begin the design process?
You will need the Land Registry extract, a topographical survey, utility provider specifications, and local planning authority requirements. If necessary, we can assist with preparing and obtaining these documents. contact us..
Do you work with existing building refurbishments and reconstructions?
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