Built on Technical Excellence

Engineering and architectural solutions for complex project. Serving NYC and Southern CT.

Trusted MEP Engineers & Architects for IMD, Building Conversions & Systems Design

For more than fifteen years, Paknia Engineering and Architecture, PC, has been at the cutting edge of industry compliance and innovation. Our boutique firm handles a wide range of projects, with a reputation for niche expertise in the legalization of Interim Multiple Dwellings (IMDs) and Commercial/Residential conversions in New York City and Southern CT.

Why Paknia Engineering & Architecture

  • 15+ Years of IMD & Loft Law Expertise

    We've guided NYC property owners through some of the city's most complex legalization projects — including two of the largest Loft Law buildings ever certified.

  • Architecture + MEP + Expediting, In-House

    One team handles your entire project. No coordinating between separate firms, no gaps in accountability, no surprises at the finish line.

  • Two Offices. One Trusted Team.

    With offices in New York City and Trumbull, CT, we serve property owners and developers across the NYC metro area and Southern Connecticut.

Our Services

Residential Building in New York City

Commercial / Residential Conversions & Renovations

Commercial / Residential Conversions & Renovations

Interim Multiple Dwellings

Interim Multiple Dwellings

Plumbing Design

Plumbing Design

Fire Protection Systems Design

Fire Protection Systems Design

Mechanical Engineering & HVAC

Mechanical Engineering & HVAC

Electrical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Featured Projects

  • 475 Kent Ave

    Former pasta factory successfully legalized as a mixed-use building with over 100 residential units, utilizing our architectural, engineering, expediting, and building design systems expertise.

  • Brooklyn building successfully converted under Loft Law

    49 Bogart Street

    Our firm designed all building systems for this IMD property, including HVAC, Fire Safety, Plumbing, and Electrical systems, while guiding our client through the Loft Law legalization process.

Whether you’re in early planning or ready to begin, our team is here to help.