Concerning Permits:
Owners are responsible for submitting and liaison with the Municipality Permit Office. We do provide a Project Management service if you would like SH/FT to liaison with engineers and the permit offices.
It is not suggested to buy floor plans from generic design websites as they are not designed with the particular Building Code and Zoning Bylaws for your lot. In addition, you may in fact have to pay “twice” to have these drawings redone or reworked by a drafting company to conform to all the Bylaws and Building codes. If you have found a floorplan you like online, I am happy to provide a permit set custom designed to your lot. See our drafting services.
Drafting: Everything you need to know
There are 2 phases to the drawing process:
- Design Phase – In this phase we explore the design constraints of your project using your lot’s RPR and Municipality zoning restrictions. We also discuss your wishlist and design style and begin to create a rough floor plan and front elevation. Clients are able to provide feedback on the design until they are satisfied and then once approved the next phase commences.
- Permit Drawing Phase – In this phase the technical information is added to the drawings. Clients are able to review the entire drawing package to ensure they are pleased with the final design.
No. We have been able to complete projects all over the province of Alberta.
If you would like to build outside of the province, please contact me for a free consultation.
No. Your drawing packages are watermarked and once payment is received the full set is sent to you with the watermark removed and ready for submittal.
Any Municipality or Engineering requested change is free of charge. Revisions are usually completed in 1-2 business days. Our goal is that you are completely satisfied with the design of your project.
Our drawing packages average from 10-12 pages, including many details and coordination with bylaws and building codes.
Floorplans are not “one size fits all”, it requires time to include all aspects, and years of experience to ensure you are provided with a project that follows not only form, but function as well.
Yes. Drawings are provided as a PDF electronic file, however, if you would like a set of scaled printed drawings can be provided for a cost of $2.00 / page.
Why SH/Ft?
I am not, I am a graduate of the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology’s Architectural Technologist program. Under the 2019 National Building Code I am permitted to provide drafting services for residential buildings.
Design is a subjective term and we understand there is so much room for personal preference. We strive to ensure the client is always happy with their project. We welcome all feedback on our designs. If we offer design suggestions we often will provide our reasoning behind it to help you make decisions. We are able to provide 2 or 3 different style options as well, if you are torn between conflicting styles or ideas.
Please don’t be afraid to tell us what you like and don’t like; at the end of the day this is your home and we want you to love it!
Yes. We have some amazing trades we are able to recommend, please contact us for more details.
To get started we will need a current RPR or Site plan of the lot you wish to build on, and will meet either in person or virtually to determine your wish list. If you do not wish to meet face-to-face we have many clients who have simply emailed us their wish lists or phoned us. Depending on the project a site visit may be needed.
We are happy to be your guides into the world of architectural styles! Many clients do not know exactly what they want but perhaps they have a desired feeling for their home. We love helping our clients discover their personal taste and ensuring their home is a reflection of their personality and style. You can explore your style at the bottom of our home page!
Yes we are able to provide the following al a carte interior design services:
- Mood Boards
- Paint Color Selection
- Flooring Selections
- Cabinet, backsplash and fixture design and selections
- Lighting Selections
- Custom Millwork Design
- Window and Doors Trim and Baseboards
- Custom features such as Feature Detailed Ceilings
- Furniture Layout and Placement options
- Interior 3D modeling and rendering