ACCO – Ahmed Construction Company · Architects & Engineers since 1998
Architectural Design Services in Lahore & Pakistan
Houses, commercial plazas, offices, high-rises, hospitals, clinics, factories and farmhouses: ACCO's architects and engineers deliver complete design, 3D visualization, working drawings, MEP and structural design, approvals and, if you wish, construction.
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Build with ACCO and your architectural drawings are included free. Terms are confirmed in your construction contract.
Quick Answer
Architectural design services turn your plot, needs and budget into a buildable, approved design: space planning, floor plans, 3D elevations and visualization, working drawings, structural and MEP (electrical, plumbing, HVAC) drawings, and approval documentation. ACCO – Ahmed Construction Company is a Lahore-based architecture, engineering and construction firm working since 1998 on houses (5 marla to 2 kanal), commercial plazas, offices, high-rises, hospitals, clinics, industrial buildings and farmhouses. Design fees are quoted by covered area and scope, and architectural drawings are free when you award ACCO the construction work.
Complete Architectural Consultancy
ACCO offers complete architectural consultancy: one team of architects, structural engineers, MEP engineers and interior designers working from the same drawings. That coordination is what prevents the classic site problems: beams cutting through windows, ducts with no space, or plumbing that clashes with columns. You can hire us for design only, design with approvals and site supervision, or full turnkey design and construction.
📐 Design
Briefing, space planning, concepts, floor plans, 3D elevations and interiors.
📝 Documentation
Working drawings, structural, electrical, plumbing and MEP drawings, BOQ.
✅ Approvals
Submission drawings and documentation for DHA, Bahria Town, LDA and other authorities.
House Architecture Design & Residential Architecture
Our house architecture design starts with how your family lives: guests, privacy, elders, children, staff, cars and future expansion. Residential architecture at ACCO covers single houses, double-story homes, apartments and housing schemes, designed for Lahore's hot summers, monsoon and winter smog.
Modern House Design
Modern house design means open family lounges, large windows with shading, clean elevations, practical kitchens and bedrooms with attached baths, plus roof terraces and car porches planned from day one.
Luxury House Architecture
Luxury house architecture adds double-height entrances, basements with cinema or gym, pools, home lifts, master suites with walk-in wardrobes, and premium façades in stone, wood and glass. See house design in Lahore.
5 Marla, 10 Marla & 1 Kanal House Architectural Design
🏠 5 Marla House Architectural Design
About 2,400 to 2,800 sq ft double-story. Smart planning matters most: 3 to 4 bedrooms, compact stairs, a lounge-kitchen link, car porch and roof terrace on a narrow plot.
🏡 10 Marla House Architectural Design
About 3,500 to 4,200 sq ft. Typically 5 bedrooms, drawing-dining, family lounge, kitchen with pantry, servant quarter and two-car porch, with an optional basement.
🏰 1 Kanal House Architectural Design
About 4,500 to 5,500 sq ft plus basement. Formal and family zones, guest suite, home office, staff quarters, lawn and pool, with a strong front elevation.
House Design in DHA Lahore
DHA Lahore has its own by-laws for setbacks, covered area, height, basements and elevation. Our house design in DHA Lahore is drawn to these rules so it passes map approval and inspections. See house design and front elevation in DHA Lahore and DHA map approval and by-laws.
Commercial Architecture
Commercial architecture must earn income. We plan maximum leasable area within the by-laws, strong frontage, efficient cores, parking and services.
Commercial Plaza Design
Commercial plaza design for shops, showrooms and offices: basement parking, ground-floor retail, upper-floor offices, lifts, fire escapes and attractive elevations. See commercial plaza design in Lahore.
Office Building Architecture
Office building architecture with flexible floor plates, column grids for open workspaces, ceiling voids for services, daylight and efficient lift cores. See commercial building design and construction.
High-Rise Building Design
High-rise building design needs architects and engineers working together from the first sketch: shear walls and cores for wind and earthquake, raft or piled foundations, pressurised stairs, fire lifts, sprinklers and Civil Aviation height clearance where required. See our high-rise building design and construction page and high-rise buildings in Pakistan guide.
Hospital Architecture & Planning
Healthcare is ACCO's specialist field. Our hospital architecture and planning covers department planning, patient and staff flow, infection control zoning, OT and ICU design, medical gases and critical MEP, with work for LDMC, MCH Islamkot, KEMU/Mayo Hospital and UOL Hospital. See hospital architecture design in Lahore.
Clinic Design & Planning
Clinic design and planning for GP clinics, dental, eye, dermatology and diagnostic centres: reception and waiting, consultation rooms, procedure rooms, sterilisation, lab collection and accessible toilets, designed to licensing requirements. See primary healthcare clinic design.
Industrial Building Architecture
Industrial building architecture for factories, warehouses and workshops: process-driven layouts, large clear spans, PEB (pre-engineered steel) or RCC structures, loading bays, natural lighting and ventilation, fire safety and future expansion. See industrial building design in Pakistan.
Farmhouse Architecture
Farmhouse architecture for weekend homes and event farmhouses around Lahore: wide verandas, courtyards, pools, lawns, guest suites, staff housing and service areas, with site planning for boundary walls, water, septic systems and solar power.
Interior Architecture & Design
Interior architecture and design shapes spaces from the inside: ceilings, lighting, wall treatments, flooring, woodwork, wardrobes, kitchens and bathrooms, coordinated with AC and electrical points. We design homes, offices, showrooms, clinics and hotels with 3D views of key rooms. See architecture and interior design company in Lahore.
3D Architectural Visualization & Building Elevation Design
3D architectural visualization lets you see your building before it is built: photorealistic exterior renders, day and night views, interior renders and walkthroughs. It is the easiest way to approve materials and colours, and developers use it for bookings and marketing.
Our building elevation design covers modern, contemporary, classic and Spanish styles in stone, wood texture, tiles, ACP, glass and louvers, designed within society elevation rules. See 3D architectural walkthroughs and commercial 3D elevation design.
Architectural Drawings: Plans, Working, Structural & MEP
A complete drawing set is what lets a contractor build exactly what was designed. ACCO provides:
| Drawing set | What it includes |
|---|---|
| Architectural floor plans | Room sizes, walls, doors, windows, furniture layouts and dimensions for every floor |
| Architectural working drawings | Sections, elevations, staircase, kitchen, bathroom, ceiling, flooring, door and window schedules |
| Structural design & drawings | Foundation, column, beam and slab layouts with reinforcement details, to the Building Code of Pakistan |
| Electrical & plumbing drawings | Lighting, switch and socket layouts, DB schedules, water supply, drainage and sewerage |
| MEP design services | HVAC, fire fighting and alarm, low-current systems, generators and lifts for commercial and healthcare buildings |
| Submission drawings | Authority-format drawings for map approval |
Structural Design & Drawings
Our structural engineers design every building for gravity, wind and earthquake loads, with soil-based foundation design. See structural engineering.
Electrical & Plumbing Drawings
Clear electrical and plumbing drawings prevent wall breaking and leaks later: correct cable sizes, DB locations, pipe routes, slopes and manholes.
MEP Design Services
For plazas, offices and hospitals, our MEP design services coordinate HVAC ducts, fire systems, cable trays and plumbing in the ceiling space. See MEP and firefighting services and construction drawings.
Building Space Planning & Residential Building Planning
Building space planning fits every function into the right place: adjacencies, circulation, light, privacy and services. For homes, residential building planning also checks by-laws, orientation, family needs and future expansion.
Basement Planning & Design
Basement planning and design covers permitted depth and area, ramps or stairs, light wells, ventilation, waterproofing and sump pumps, for parking, cinemas, gyms or storage.
Grey Structure Planning
Grey structure planning lines up columns and beams with the architecture, places sleeves and conduits before concrete, and sequences the work so the frame is built right the first time. See space planning and layout design.
Landscape Architecture
Landscape architecture designs the spaces around buildings: lawns, planting, paved paths, terraces, water features, outdoor lighting and irrigation, for homes, farmhouses, hospitals, offices and housing schemes. See landscape planning services.
Renovation & Remodeling Design
Renovation and remodeling design updates existing buildings: new elevations, layout changes, kitchens and baths, extra floors after structural checks, and change of use. See renovation and remodeling.
Smart Home Architecture & Sustainable Building Design
📱 Smart Home Architecture
Smart home architecture plans automation into the building: app-controlled lighting and AC, CCTV, video door phones, smart locks, solar and inverter integration, structured cabling and Wi-Fi coverage on every floor.
🌿 Sustainable Building Design
Sustainable building design cuts energy and water use: orientation and shading, roof and wall insulation, high-performance glazing, solar power, LED lighting, rainwater harvesting and water-efficient fittings.
Building Design Approval & Documentation
ACCO prepares building design approval and documentation for DHA Lahore, Bahria Town, LDA, MCL and other authorities: submission drawings, structural drawings and calculations, soil reports where required, and the forms and NOCs for your project. For commercial and high-rise buildings this also includes fire safety and other specialist approvals. See Bahria Town map approval and high-rise approvals in Lahore.
Turnkey Design & Construction
With turnkey design and construction, the same company designs and builds your project, so there is no gap between drawings and site. ACCO handles design, approvals, grey structure, MEP, finishes and handover under one contract. See house construction services and turnkey construction in Pakistan.
Architectural Design Cost in Pakistan
Architectural design cost in Pakistan is usually quoted per square foot of covered area or as a lump sum, and depends on the scope you choose. What drives the fee:
| Factor | Effect on design cost |
|---|---|
| Covered area | Larger buildings need more drawings, but the rate per sq ft usually falls as size increases |
| Scope | Floor plans and 3D only cost less than a full set with working, structural and MEP drawings |
| Building type | Hospitals, high-rises and industrial buildings need more engineering and coordination than houses |
| 3D and interiors | Photorealistic renders, walkthroughs and interior design are added services |
| Approvals and site visits | Authority submissions and site supervision add to the fee |
Free Architectural Drawings on Award of Construction Work: when ACCO is awarded the construction of your project, the architectural drawings are provided free of charge. For design-only projects, we quote in writing after understanding your plot, building type and scope. Call 0322-8000190 for a quote.
Choosing Architecture Firms in Lahore
Whether you are comparing architecture firms in Lahore, architectural consultants in Lahore or the best architects in Pakistan, check these points before you sign:
| What to check | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Registration | Architects should be registered with the Pakistan Council of Architects and Town Planners (PCATP) and engineers with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) |
| Similar projects | Ask to see finished buildings like yours and speak to those clients |
| Engineering in-house | Structural and MEP designed with the architecture reduce site clashes |
| Complete drawing set | Floor plans alone are not enough; ask for working, structural and MEP drawings |
| Approval experience | Knowledge of DHA, Bahria Town and LDA by-laws avoids rejected maps |
| Written scope and fee | Everything included should be listed in the agreement |
Compare firms in our guides: best architects in Lahore, top architecture firms in Lahore, top 10 architectural companies in Lahore and architecture company in Lahore.
Our Architectural Design Process
Brief
Site visit, needs, budget and by-laws.
Space planning
Zoning and room programme.
Concept
Floor plan options and massing.
3D design
Elevation and interior views.
Engineering
Structural and MEP design.
Working drawings
Complete construction set and BOQ.
Approval
Submission and authority follow-up.
Construction
Site support or turnkey build.
Why ACCO – Ahmed Construction Company
- Since 1998: 25+ years of architecture, engineering and construction.
- One coordinated team: architects, structural and MEP engineers and interior designers.
- Every building type: homes, plazas, offices, high-rises, hospitals, clinics, factories and farmhouses.
- Buildable designs: as builders ourselves, we design what can be built on budget.
- Free architectural drawings on award of construction work.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What do architectural design services include?
Architectural design services include space planning, floor plans, 3D elevations and visualization, architectural working drawings, structural design and drawings, electrical, plumbing and MEP drawings, and approval documentation for the relevant authority.
What is the architectural design cost in Pakistan?
Architectural design cost in Pakistan is usually quoted per square foot of covered area or as a lump sum, depending on building size, type and scope (plans only, or a full set with working, structural and MEP drawings, 3D and approvals). ACCO quotes in writing and provides architectural drawings free when awarded the construction work.
Do you provide free architectural drawings?
Yes. ACCO provides architectural drawings free of charge when you award ACCO the construction work for your project. Terms are confirmed in the construction contract.
How long does it take to design a house?
A 5 to 10 marla house design with 3D elevation usually takes about 3 to 6 weeks, and a complete working, structural and MEP drawing set a few more weeks, depending on revisions and approvals.
Do you design 5 marla, 10 marla and 1 kanal houses?
Yes. ACCO designs houses on all common plot sizes, including 5 marla, 10 marla, 1 kanal and 2 kanal, with floor plans, 3D front elevations, working drawings and approval drawings.
Do you design houses in DHA Lahore?
Yes. ACCO designs houses in DHA Lahore according to DHA building by-laws and prepares submission drawings for DHA map approval.
Do you design commercial plazas, offices and high-rise buildings?
Yes. ACCO provides commercial architecture including commercial plaza design, office building architecture and high-rise building design with in-house structural and MEP engineering.
Do you design hospitals and clinics?
Yes. Hospital architecture and planning is ACCO's specialist field, covering department planning, infection control, medical gases and MEP, as well as clinic design and planning for GP, dental, eye and diagnostic clinics.
What is the difference between floor plans and working drawings?
Floor plans show room layouts and sizes. Working drawings add the details contractors need to build, such as sections, elevations, staircase, kitchen and bathroom details, schedules, and coordination with structural and MEP drawings.
Do you provide 3D architectural visualization?
Yes. ACCO provides photorealistic 3D exterior and interior renders, day and night views and walkthroughs for houses, plazas, offices and other buildings.
Can you get my building design approved?
Yes. ACCO prepares building design approval documentation and submission drawings for DHA Lahore, Bahria Town, LDA and other authorities, and follows up until approval.
How do I choose an architecture firm in Lahore?
Check that architects are registered with PCATP and engineers with PEC, review similar completed projects, confirm structural and MEP design are included, ask for a complete drawing set and get the scope and fee in writing.
Do you also build the project?
Yes. ACCO is a design-and-build firm, so we can provide turnkey design and construction under one contract, from drawings and approvals to grey structure, finishes and handover.
Start Your Design with ACCO
Share your plot size, location and what you want to build. Our architects will suggest the right scope and a written quote, and drawings are free when you award us the construction.
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