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Custom House Plans &
Residential Design
Planning a new home, addition, renovation, or residential project in Ontario? Ontario Drafting Services creates custom house plans and permit-ready residential designs tailored to your property, lifestyle, and local building requirements.
BCIN CERTIFIED
Residential design by qualified professionals.
PERMIT READY
Drawings prepared with permitting in mind.
CUSTOM DESIGNED
Plans tailored specficially to your project.
ONTARIO-BASED
Knowledge of Ontario Building Code.
RESIDENTIAL DESIGN THAT FITS YOUR VISION
Custom House Plans
Designed Around Your Project
No two properties—or homeowners—are exactly alike. Instead of forcing your project into a generic plan, we develop residential designs around your site, goals, space requirements, and construction plans.
Whether you're building a new home from the ground up or modifying an existing residence, our team can develop the drawings needed to move your project from an idea toward permitting and construction.
Learn more about Building Permit Drawings and Ontario Building Code requirements
RESIDENTIAL DESIGN SERVICES
How We Can Help
Building Permit Drawings
Permit-ready residential drawings prepared for renovations, additions, new homes, and other projects requiring municipal approval.
Home Interior Renovations
Detailed drawings for interior renovations, layout changes, structural modifications, and other improvements to your existing home.
Deck Drawings
Residential drawings for decks, covered outdoor spaces, and other exterior projects requiring planning or permitting.
Basement Renovations
Plans for basement renovations, finished living spaces, secondary suites, and residential basement conversions.
Drafting By The Hour
Professional drafting support for homeowners, contractors, designers, and other professionals who need help developing or revising drawings.
CUSTOM PLANS MAKE THE DIFFERENCE
Why Choose Custom House Plans?
Stock House Plans
Pre-designed plans can provide inspiration, but they may not account for your property, municipal requirements, preferred layout, construction methods, or Ontario Building Code requirements.
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Custom House Plans
A custom residential design is developed around your actual project. Room sizes, circulation, exterior appearance, site considerations, construction requirements, and permitting needs can all be considered during the design process.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
IN A RESIDENTIAL DRAWING PACKAGE?
Floor Plans
Foundation Plans
Exterior Elevations
Building Sections
Roof Plans
Construction Details
Door & Window Information
Site & Design Information
Ontario Building Code Info
Permit-Ready Documentation
The exact drawing package depends on the scope and requirements of your project.
FROM IDEA TO COMPLETION
Our Residential Design Process
1. Tell us about your project
Share your property, project type, goals, inspiration, and available information.
2. Develop the Design
We work through the layout and residential design requirements for your project.
3. Prepare the Drawings
The approved concept is developed into the required residential drawing package.
4. Review & Refine
We review the drawings with you and make any necessary adjustments to finalize the design.
5. Permit & Construction Ready
Receive your completed drawing package, prepared for municipal permitting and the next stages of construction.
Examples of Our Work
Explore examples of residential drawings prepared for custom homes, additions, renovations, and other projects throughout Ontario.
FAQs
Answers to common questions about custom house plans and residential design services in Ontario.
What is included in custom house plans?
A custom residential drawing package is developed around the needs of your specific project. Depending on the scope, drawings may include floor plans, foundation plans, exterior elevations, building sections, roof plans, construction details, and Ontario Building Code information.
Can you modify an existing house plan instead of starting from scratch?
Yes. If you already have a house plan or concept you like, we can review it and determine how it may be adapted to your property, preferred layout, construction requirements, and applicable building requirements.
Can you design a custom home from my ideas or sketches?
Yes. You can bring us your ideas, sketches, inspiration, existing plans, or other project information. We use that information to develop a residential design around your property, space requirements, design goals, and construction needs.
Do you design more than just new custom homes?
Yes. Our residential design services can also support home additions, interior renovations, basement renovations, decks, garages, accessory structures, and other residential projects.
Do you prepare custom house plans for building permits in Ontario?
Yes. Ontario Drafting Services prepares residential drawings with applicable Ontario Building Code and municipal permitting requirements in mind. The exact requirements will depend on your project and municipality.
What is the difference between custom house plans and stock house plans?
Stock plans are pre-designed for a general audience. Custom house plans are developed around your specific project, allowing the property, room layout, exterior design, construction requirements, and applicable building requirements to be considered during the design process.
Do I need an architect or engineer for my residential project?
That depends on the project. Some residential projects can be designed by a qualified BCIN designer, while certain structural or specialized components may require an architect, engineer, or other professional. We can help identify what may be required for your project.
How much do custom house plans cost?
Pricing depends on the scope and complexity of the project, the existing information available, the property location, and the drawings required. Contact us with your project details so we can review the scope and provide pricing.
Ready to Start
Your Custom House Plans?
Tell us about your project and what you have in mind.
Whether you're planning a new custom home, home addition, major renovation, basement project, or another residential design, Ontario Drafting Services can help turn your ideas into clear, professional drawings.
We'll review your project requirements and available information, then connect with you to discuss the design, drawing requirements, and next steps.
Custom House Plans & Residential Design
BCIN Certified Architectural Designer
Ontario Building Code Knowledge
Permit-Ready Residential Drawings
Serving Clients Across Ontario