Our Services

Architecture

Our in-house team of experts provides an integrated architecture service which can start with developing basic concepts or can further advance existing plans. All designs will be tailored to the HempBLOCK system.

Architecture services include, but are not limited to:

STAGE 1

• Initial meeting to discuss the brief (via video, phone or in person)
• Multiple design/layout concepts
• Development of the preferred concept
• Expert recommendations on critical parts of the design (roof shape, cladding materials, colours etc).

STAGE 2

• Up to three rounds of further changes to fine tune the final design
• Access to web-based 3D models
• Realistic visualisations
• Videos showing actual sun ingress in various seasons

STAGE 3

• A second meeting/design workshop including a virtual room-by-room walkthrough of the model
• Coordination with the structural engineer and certifier
• Finishes schedule
• Complete set of architectural building approval plans including;
  • site plan
  • floor and roof plans
  • elevations
  • sections
  • door/window schedules
  • daylight/ventilation schedule

Please complete our enquiry form here for further information.

Engineering

HEMP BLOCK CANADA provides engineering through partnerships with  established consulting firms.

Engineering services include, but are not limited to:

• Soil testing
• Foundation engineering / slab design
• Site classification in accordance with relevant standards
• Wind classification in accordance with relevant standards
• Hydraulic engineering
• Structural engineering incorporating the prorietory HempBLOCK walling system.

Please complete our enquiry form here for further information.

Quotation, logistics, technical support

Upon receiving your architectural drawings, our experienced team will provide the following:

• A summary and quotation for the Hemp Blocks
• Supply of recommended render products
• Organisation of logistics (for example, transport of the materials to the site)
• Provide experienced installers where available and/or
• Provide guidance on installation.

Please complete our enquiry form here for further information.