Our process begins with a consultation to understand your needs. We then sketch initial designs, refine them based on your feedback, and finalize the blueprints, ensuring compliance with local building laws. Once the plans are finalized, we'll then send you a PDF copy along with 2 copies of blueprints.

The timeline depends on the project's complexity and revisions required. Generally, initial designs take 2 weeks, with additional time for changes and finalization. Expect the entire process from design to ready-to-build plans to take about 4-6 weeks.

Costs vary by project size and complexity, with custom designs starting from $1.60 per sq ft. Schedule a consultation for a detailed estimate.

We guarantee that all plans are compliant with local building codes when delivered and provide support throughout the construction process to address any issues arising due to our designs.

Absolutely! We prioritize sustainable design and can incorporate elements such as energy-efficient materials solar energy solutions and water conservation features based on client interests and budget

Yes! We can reverse (mirror) the construction set if needed. For example: you like the plan which shows garage on left side, but you need it to be on the right. We charge a small fee for this, please see our pricing.

Our stock plans require additional structural information and detailing in order to meet high wind and seismic requirements, which vary by geographic location and legal jurisdiction. For an additional fee, we can provide engineering to meet specific seismic zone, wind speed and wind exposure values for a specific building site. Such engineering analysis is site-specific and requires additional time to prepare. The drawings detailing this, and the supporting calculations, stamped by a licensed engineer are typically available for Washington or Idaho within a few days — check with our staff for availability in other states.

The structure has been evaluated with Roof Live Load of 30psf, Floor Live Load of 40psf,  and Soil Bearing Pressure of 1,500psf. Otherwise, design loads follow the current I.R.C. code book. Calculations using different design values require additional time and fee. It is best to enlist the services of a local professional for such “location–specific” structural redesign. Local lumber yards sometimes have contacts for such services.

Absolutely! If you find the plan you like but want to change it, we can easily do it for you. There is an hourly charge for revisions, or modifications. We can sit down and have you show us your ideas for modifications and we give you an estimate for time to complete the work. To reverse or mirror the plan we have a small fee, please see our prices.

All plans are drawn at ¼” scale or larger and include:

Exterior Elevations: A blueprint picture of all four sides, showing exterior materials and height measurements

Roof Plan: A view of the roof from the top, showing roof configuration, slope, hips/valleys, and overhangs

Foundation Plan: Drawn to 1/4″ scale, this page shows all necessary notations and dimensions including support columns, walls and excavated and unexcavated areas. Most of our plans show a basement, crawl space or slab on grade plan.

Floor Plan(s): Detailed plans, drawn to 1/4″ scale, for each level showing room dimensions, wall partitions, windows, doors, cabinetry, beams/headers, etc..

Cross Section: A vertical cutaway view of the house, from roof to foundation, showing details of framing, construction, flooring and roofing.

Details: Typical details of construction elements.

Notes and Specification: Design Criteria notes, important Building Codes and Portal Frame Details from the International Residential Code (IRC)

Please note that items, such as mechanical, electrical, and plumbing layout, fixtures, and finish products, are matters of local construction practices or personal taste.