Renderlens is a small design, planning, and drafting firm based in Oakland, California. We specialize in designing and planning for residential and commercial remodels, additions, and new construction.
Drafting
General drafting and modeling services in support of your project.
Drafting - BIM modeling and CAD drafting (AutoCAD + Revit).
As-Builts - an onsite documentation of the existing conditions of your site, delivered as a set of 2D plans or a 3D model.
Detailing - architectural, structural, MEP, product, and furniture detailing.
Permits
Design and planning for residential and commercial projects.
Planning - during the planning phase we work with you and the local jurisdiction to establish the scope of work, project feasibility, and ultimately a schematic design to seek approval for a zoning permit.
Construction Documentation -construction documents are THE PLANS. these are the contract documents, plans and specifications which are required for a building permit and ultimately to build the project.
Permit Expediting - we can provide permit expediting services for our projects if requested.
Residential - plans for residential zoning and building permits are our specialty.
Commercial - plans for commercial projects, we do those too.
ADUs
An ADU is an "accessory dwelling unit" or a second unit or residence on a residential property.
ADU - Are you thinking of converting a garage, basement, or attic space or adding an addition to create an ADU? California is fast tracking ADUs and jurisdictions are complying by streamlining the design review and permitting process. Now is the time to plan an ADU on your property.
Visualization
Renderlens started as a 3D rendering and modeling service, most of our visualization services are integrated with our design and planning projects.
SketchUp - SketchUp models are a quick and affordable way to visualize a project. Our in-house team has vast experience in turning 2D designs into a 3D model using SketchUp. We also offer on-site live SketcUup modeling services
Renderings - fully rendered 3D models. Renderings are the best way to explore different finishes, lighting scenarios, natural light, and more.