Landa Residence
Project Overview
MEP engineering for architects on a new ADU and accessory building in Los Angeles—permit-ready, coordinated, and Title 24 compliant.
MEP Engineering for Architects: Landa Residence ADU
Even residential projects demand the same level of coordination, clarity, and permit discipline that architects expect on commercial work—especially in Los Angeles, where ADUs must navigate utility coordination, Title 24 compliance, and tight site constraints.
For the Landa Residence, our team provided full mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering for a new accessory dwelling unit (ADU) constructed above an existing single-family residence, along with an adjacent accessory building. The project included approximately 2,580 SF of new residential interior space, requiring carefully coordinated utility upgrades and fully compliant new systems.
This project demonstrates how we support architects on small-scale, high-complexity residential work with the same rigor applied to larger commercial projects.
Project Scope
How We Support Architects
Early Utility and Site Coordination
ADU projects often hinge on utility strategy. For this residence, we supported the architect by:
- Designing new electrical utility service and load calculations
- Coordinating meter locations and service entry with the utility provider
- Developing site plans that balanced code requirements with architectural intent
- Aligning service sizing with future flexibility and solar-readiness
By addressing utility coordination early, we helped reduce permit risk and late-stage redesign.
Clear Scope Boundaries and Coordination
Where lighting design, low-voltage systems, or photovoltaic system design were by others, we documented coordination points clearly—allowing the architect to manage consultants and jurisdictional expectations without ambiguity.
Our MEP Design Approach
Thoughtful, Residential-Scale Engineering
While residential in scale, this project required fully integrated mechanical electrical plumbing engineering, including:
- Interior and exterior electrical distribution
- HVAC system evaluation and zoning strategy
- Domestic water, gas, waste, and vent system design
- Coordination with landscape and civil consultants for utility connections
All systems were designed to be efficient, code-compliant, and straightforward to construct—avoiding over-engineering while maintaining long-term performance.
Energy Compliance and Performance
We prepared all required California Title 24 energy compliance documentation, including:
- Mechanical energy modeling and envelope coordination
- Electrical compliance calculations
- HVAC system efficiency analysis
This ensured a smooth plan check process and supported the architect’s overall sustainability goals.
Services
Highligths
Why Architects Choose Us as Their MEP Consultant
Architects value our approach on residential and ADU projects because we bring commercial-level discipline without unnecessary complexity.
- Architect–Engineer Collaboration: We design around spatial intent and constructability
- Permit-Ready Documentation: Clear drawings aligned with AHJ expectations
- Utility Expertise: Load calculations and service coordination done right the first time
- Responsive Communication: Fast turnaround and clear answers during design and permitting
We function as a collaborative MEP consultant, supporting architectural clarity while reducing risk.
Project Types We Support
This project reflects our broader experience providing MEP engineering for architects on:
- ADUs and accessory structures
- Custom single-family residences
- Residential additions and remodels
- Mixed-use and multifamily residential projects
- Urban infill projects with utility constraints
Regardless of project size, our focus remains the same: coordinated, constructable, and permit-ready MEP design.
Let’s Collaborate
If you’re looking for an MEP consultant who brings clarity and coordination to residential and ADU projects—without overcomplicating the process—we’d be glad to collaborate.
From early utility strategy through final permit submittal, we support architects with practical, code-compliant MEP solutions that respect both design intent and real-world constraints.
Let’s discuss your next residential or ADU project.