Frequently Asked Questions

  • Depending on the project, residential renovation plans may be prepared by an architectural technologist, architect or engineer. Groupe Anthem prepares architectural and structural drawings for residential renovations, additions and other construction projects throughout Montreal and surrounding areas.

  • Groupe Anthem provides residential design and permit-planning services throughout Montreal's West Island, including Pointe-Claire, Beaconsfield, Kirkland, Dollard-des-Ormeaux, Dorval and Senneville.

  • Yes. We prepare architectural plans for rear additions, side extensions and second-storey additions. Depending on the project, our mandate can include existing-condition drawings, design development, permit plans, structural engineering and construction drawings.

  • Yes. We prepare permit drawings for residential renovations, additions, structural modifications and new construction. The exact documents required vary depending on the municipality and scope of work.

  • Yes. Groupe Anthem provides structural engineering for load-bearing wall modifications and removals, including the design of required beams, columns and related structural elements.

  • Yes. Groupe Anthem provides architectural design and structural engineering services, allowing both disciplines to be coordinated as part of the same residential project when required.

  • Yes. We provide architectural planning and construction documentation for new residential construction, from initial layouts and design development through permit and construction drawings.

“Excellent availability. Nowadays it is hard to get great quality client service. Mr. Biello has been attentive and has designed according to our needs. His after service is also something that we appreciate very much. Always responds quickly.” -MF

“Excellent availability. Nowadays it is hard to get great quality client service. Mr. Biello has been attentive and has designed according to our needs. His after service is also something that we appreciate very much. Always responds quickly.” -MF

“We hired Biello Architecture and Design for a major renovation project on our exterior garage. Anthony was very helpful through the entire process of applying for the city permit, which was issued within a week of our application. Recommend whole-heartedly.” -T.T

“We hired Biello Architecture and Design for a major renovation project on our exterior garage. Anthony was very helpful through the entire process of applying for the city permit, which was issued within a week of our application. Recommend whole-heartedly.” -T.T

"It was great and easy to work with Anthony to realize some plans for a renovation. Was very helpful and was supportive even when the city asked for modifications to be done after submitted." -M.F

"It was great and easy to work with Anthony to realize some plans for a renovation. Was very helpful and was supportive even when the city asked for modifications to be done after submitted." -M.F