Aruba · Architecture · Engineering · Consultancy
MDC

BUILT ON
PRECISION
DRIVEN BY DESIGN

Architecture, structural engineering, technical consultancy and professional assessments for Aruba. From concept to permit to execution — one firm, one point of contact.

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5+
Service Disciplines
EC2
Eurocode Compliant
DOW
Aruba 2021 Standard
1
Integrated Partner

What we do

INTEGRATED
TECHNICAL SERVICES

One firm covering the full technical scope of your project — from design and calculations to permit submission and execution support.

📐
Architecture
  • Concept design & permit drawings
  • Residential & commercial design
  • Renovations & extensions
  • Architectural detailing
⚙️
Structural Engineering
  • RC beams, slabs & columns
  • Foundation & footing design
  • Steel & timber structures
  • Wind & stability checks
📋
Consultancy
  • DOW submission support
  • Technical advisory & review
  • Feasibility assessment
  • Compliance documentation
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Project & Tender
  • Tender documentation support
  • Project management
  • Institutional advisory
  • Technical scope writing
🗺️
Development & Planning
  • Subdivision concepts
  • Lot layout planning
  • Buildability review
  • Development strategy
📊
Reports & Analysis
  • Property valuation reports
  • Structural damage assessment
  • Structural analysis & verification
  • Engineering reports for DOW & legal
Now Live

MDC
STRUCTURAL
SUITE

Our proprietary calculation platform. EC2 + DOW Aruba 2021 compliant. Live calculations, QA layer, A4 diagram export and DOCX report generation — built for serious structural work.

01 RC Beam Calculator Live
02 RC Slab Coming soon
03 Steel Sections Coming soon
04 RC Column Coming soon
05 Foundation Coming soon
Open Structural Suite →
MDC RC Beam · 250×550mm
MEd
61.3
kNm
✓ η = 0.71
VEd
44.6
kN
✓ η = 0.24
Unity Checks — EC2
Bend.
0.71
Shear
0.24
Defl.
0.44
Crack
0.64

Reports & Analysis

TECHNICAL
AUTHORITY
ON PAPER

MDC produces formal technical reports for clients, legal processes, insurance claims and DOW submissions — backed by engineering calculations and site investigation.

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Valuation Report
Property Assessment

Independent property valuation for purchase, sale, mortgage, insurance or legal proceedings. Delivered as a formal written assessment with supporting documentation.

  • Residential & commercial property
  • Mortgage & insurance valuations
  • Legal dispute support
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Damage Assessment Report
Forensic Investigation

Technical investigation and documentation of structural or construction damage. Used for insurance claims, disputes, liability assessment and remediation planning.

  • Insurance claim documentation
  • Cause & liability analysis
  • Remediation recommendations
⚙️
Structural Analysis
Technical Verification

Independent structural verification of existing or proposed structures. Covers capacity checks, load analysis, renovation feasibility and compliance with current norms.

  • Capacity & load verification
  • Renovation feasibility checks
  • EC2 & DOW norm compliance
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Engineering Report
Formal Documentation

Formal engineering reports for DOW submission, permit support, public-sector advisory or legal requirements. Structured, signed and defensible.

  • DOW submission packages
  • Institutional & tender advisory
  • Signed engineering certification

Need a formal technical report? We deliver structured, well-documented assessments for any project type.

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Why MDC

ONE TRUSTED
TECHNICAL PARTNER

Instead of managing fragmented consultants, MDC delivers integrated technical services from a single experienced team that knows Aruba.

🏝️
Aruba-Specific Expertise
Deep knowledge of DOW submission processes, local wind and coastal conditions, permit workflows and Aruba's regulatory environment.
🔗
Design + Engineering Under One Roof
Architecture and structural engineering handled together. No coordination gaps, no conflicting outputs. One team, one set of drawings, one point of contact.
📎
Execution-Oriented Thinking
Plans built to be built. Technical solutions grounded in construction reality — not just paper compliance.
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Institutional-Grade Documentation
Formal technical reports, tender documentation and compliance packages that satisfy both DOW reviewers and private clients.
🖥️
Proprietary Calculation Tools
The MDC Structural Suite is our in-house calculation platform — EC2 + DOW aligned, with live results and professional report export.
🤝
Private & Institutional Experience
From private homes to school renovations, tender support and ministerial advisory — MDC operates across the full project spectrum.

How we work

FROM CONCEPT
TO EXECUTION

01
Project Intake
Understanding the site, scope, goals and regulatory requirements.
02
Concept & Assessment
Early design direction, feasibility review or structural evaluation.
03
Design & Documentation
Architectural plans, structural calculations, technical details and supporting documents.
04
Submission & Coordination
Support for DOW permit packages and technical coordination with stakeholders.
05
Execution Support
Clarifications, revisions, site inspections and project follow-up as required.

Who we serve

BUILT FOR
EVERY CLIENT

🏠
Homeowners
House design, renovation, permit packages and structural advice.
🏢
Developers
Apartment projects, villas, subdivision plans and technical feasibility.
🔧
Contractors
Structural calculations, technical details, design-build coordination and site support.
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Commercial & Institutional
Schools, warehouses, public buildings, renovation scope and tender support.
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Government & Public Bodies
Technical consultancy, procurement support, formal reporting and project governance.
MDC
Aruba Architecture Structural Engineering DOW Consultancy Tender Advisory EC2 + DOW 2021 Valuation Reports Damage Assessments

About MDC

MALDONADO
DESIGN &
CONSULTANCY

MDC is an Aruba-based firm specializing in architecture, structural engineering and technical consultancy. We support residential, commercial, development and institutional projects with practical design solutions, structural calculations, permit-ready documentation and project-focused advisory services.

Our approach combines technical accuracy, local regulatory awareness and execution-oriented thinking to help clients move from concept to approval and construction with confidence.

Get in touch

START YOUR
PROJECT

Ready to discuss your project? Reach out and let us help you move from idea to execution.

Email
info@mdcaruba.com
Location
Aruba, Dutch Caribbean
Services
Architecture · Engineering · Consultancy


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