1. Consultation & Site Assessment
1. Consultation & Site Assessment
1. Consultation & Site Assessment
We start by listening. Marcel meets with you to understand your goals, budget, and any challenges with your property.
Whether it’s a sloped lot, drainage concern, or custom feature you want designed — this step sets the foundation.
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Why it matters: Many projects fail because no one takes the time to study the land first. Our site reviews catch problems before they turn into costly mistakes.
2. Creative Design Drawings
1. Consultation & Site Assessment
1. Consultation & Site Assessment
From there, we turn your vision into practical design drawings that engineers and architects can easily follow.
These aren’t fancy blueprints — they’re functional, detailed sketches that show exactly what’s needed for the next phase.
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Why it matters: Getting these drawings right up front can save thousands in redesign fees later.
3. Engineering & Permits
1. Consultation & Site Assessment
3. Engineering & Permits
We work directly with engineers, architects, and city officials so you don’t have to.
Marcel coordinates the entire process — from structural sign-off to final inspection scheduling.
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Why it matters: Missing paperwork or incorrect submissions can delay projects by weeks or months. We make sure everything passes the first time.
4. Build Guidance or DIY Support
4. Build Guidance or DIY Support
4. Build Guidance or DIY Support
For homeowners and builders who want to take the lead, we offer project guidance every step of the way.
Marcel provides hands-on advice and troubleshooting so you can build with confidence.
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Why it matters: Having an expert in your corner prevents disasters that can happen when key steps get skipped or misunderstood.
5. Completion & Follow-Up
4. Build Guidance or DIY Support
4. Build Guidance or DIY Support
Once your project is complete, we ensure all systems function correctly — drainage, slope stability, and design elements.
You’ll have peace of mind knowing your build is solid from the ground up.
📷 Why Early Consulting Saves You Thousands
Before you hire engineers or architects, having Marcel design your concept drawings and assess your project can save a significant amount of money — money you can put directly back into your build.
Service Type Average Industry Rate (BC) What Elemental Rise Offers Typical Savings
Engineering (Geotechnical / Structural) $150–$250/hr Design-ready site prep, slope and drainage plans before engineering Save $1,000–$3,000+
Architecture / Design Firms $120–$200/hr Creative design drawings ready for engineering or city submission Save $800–$2,500+
Permit & Inspection Management Often charged hourly or by permit Full relief — Marcel handles city coordination start to finish Save time + stress
DIY Project Consulting N/A Personalized guidance to avoid costly mistakes Prevent disasters & rework
Slope Stability / Drainage Design $175–$225/hr Proven systems (including Marcel’s French drain model) Save thousands in damage prevention
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Without early consulting, homeowners often pay for revisions by engineers and architects once issues are discovered during city reviews — sometimes adding $5,000–$10,000 in extra fees.
Elemental Rise ensures your plans are well thought out from the start, minimizing costly back-and-forths.
Experience you can trust. Guidance you can build on.
🏡DIY Project Consulting
🌎 Slope Stability Consulting
✏️Creative Design Drawings
Empower your own craftsmanship with expert guidance from professionals who’ve been there. Whether you’re remodeling a space, building from the ground up, or troubleshooting a tricky repair, we help you plan and execute safely, efficiently, and with confidence.
From budgeting and materials to timelines and inspections — we help you take the
Empower your own craftsmanship with expert guidance from professionals who’ve been there. Whether you’re remodeling a space, building from the ground up, or troubleshooting a tricky repair, we help you plan and execute safely, efficiently, and with confidence.
From budgeting and materials to timelines and inspections — we help you take the guesswork out of your next project, so you can do it right the first time.
We help homeowners plan their projects the right way from the start — because one wrong cut, wire, or measurement can cost thousands to fix later.
Without proper planning, DIY jobs can lead to:
- Water damage from poor drainage or sealing
- Electrical hazards from incorrect wiring
- Costly re-dos if city inspectors fail a project
- Property value can decrease
A little expert advice before you start can prevent a lot of headaches later.
✏️Creative Design Drawings
🌎 Slope Stability Consulting
✏️Creative Design Drawings
Every great build starts with a clear, inspired vision. We collaborate with homeowners, architects, and engineers to develop creative design drawings that bring form and function together.
Having Marcel design before your project moves to engineering or architecture can save a significant amount of money. By refining ideas, layouts, and de
Every great build starts with a clear, inspired vision. We collaborate with homeowners, architects, and engineers to develop creative design drawings that bring form and function together.
Having Marcel design before your project moves to engineering or architecture can save a significant amount of money. By refining ideas, layouts, and details early, the amount of work required by engineers and architects is reduced — meaning fewer revisions, faster approvals, and more funds you can put right back into your project.
This applies to both residential and commercial builds, offering cost-effective solutions without compromising quality or compliance.
Getting your design right before it goes to engineering or architecture saves you time, money, and stress.
Without a clear design, you might face:
- Expensive redesigns once engineers find layout issues
- Permits rejected due to missing or incorrect details
- Materials wasted because of poor planning
Good design up front means fewer surprises and smoother approvals.
🌎 Slope Stability Consulting
🌎 Slope Stability Consulting
🏗️ Permit & Inspection Support
Understanding the land beneath your project is critical. With extensive experience in slope stability and terrain assessment, we work alongside engineers and designers to identify risks, develop solutions, and ensure your structure stands firm — no matter the landscape.
Safety and foresight go hand in hand, and we’re here to make sure your
Understanding the land beneath your project is critical. With extensive experience in slope stability and terrain assessment, we work alongside engineers and designers to identify risks, develop solutions, and ensure your structure stands firm — no matter the landscape.
Safety and foresight go hand in hand, and we’re here to make sure your foundation truly supports your vision.
If you build without understanding how the ground moves or how water flows, you’re gambling with your foundation and property.
Common problems include:
- Cracked foundations or shifting retaining walls
- Flooding or erosion that destroys property and landscaping
- Basement leaks and mold from poor drainage
Marcel’s unique French drain system for steep slopes and rough terrain helped prevent these disasters before they start.
🏗️ Permit & Inspection Support
🪵 Custom Design & Concept Development
🏗️ Permit & Inspection Support
Dealing with city permits and inspections can be one of the most stressful parts of any project — but it doesn’t have to be. We help simplify the process by guiding you through documentation, applications, and communication with city officials, ensuring your project meets requirements and moves forward smoothly.
Think of it as relief from
Dealing with city permits and inspections can be one of the most stressful parts of any project — but it doesn’t have to be. We help simplify the process by guiding you through documentation, applications, and communication with city officials, ensuring your project meets requirements and moves forward smoothly.
Think of it as relief from red tape — so you can focus on the creative and practical parts of your build, knowing the paperwork is under control.
City permits and inspections aren’t just paperwork — they’re protection.
Skipping steps or misunderstanding requirements can lead to:
- Costly fines or stop-work orders
- Delayed occupancy or resale problems
- Unsafe structures that don’t meet code
We handle the hard parts so your project passes the first time.
🪵 Custom Design & Concept Development
🪵 Custom Design & Concept Development
🪵 Custom Design & Concept Development
From unique residential layouts to specialty structures, our design consulting services bring innovation and practicality together. Whether it’s a dream home, a small addition, or a creative outdoor space, we help turn ideas into plans that work — beautifully and efficiently.
We value design that respects both the craft and the craftsman.
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From unique residential layouts to specialty structures, our design consulting services bring innovation and practicality together. Whether it’s a dream home, a small addition, or a creative outdoor space, we help turn ideas into plans that work — beautifully and efficiently.
We value design that respects both the craft and the craftsman.
Creative ideas need solid planning behind them. Without it, even a great concept can fail in execution.
Common issues include:
- Designs that look good on paper but aren’t buildable
- Budget overruns due to missing details
- Frustration when your vision doesn’t match the end result
We turn inspiration into a plan that truly works — functionally and financially.