The construction drawings will include detailed, dimensioned floor plans, exterior elevations, roof plan, foundation plan, basic electrical layout, cross-section(s), foundation plan, and other general specifications. Some plans will include interior cabinet layouts.
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All house plans sold by Archival Designs have been designed to comply with the International Residential Code (IRC) and to the local codes in the area where the designer resides or where the house was built.
All house plans are designed to meet or exceed the national building standards required by the International Residential Code (IRC). Due to differences in climate and geography throughout North America, every city, local municipality and county has unique building codes and regulations that must be followed to obtain a building permit. Prior to purchasing a set of house plans, we recommend that you meet with your local building officials in order to determine the building requirements for your area. It is the responsibility of the purchaser(s) and/or builder to ensure that the structure is constructed to meet the codes of their local area.
Important Note:
House plans do not come stamped or signed by an architect or engineer. Additionally, house plans typically will not include structural engineering notes/calculations. Please check with your local building officials to determine if a stamp is required. If required, the building department will only accept a stamp from a licensed professional in the state where the home will be built.
Depending on your city, county, and state building requirements, house plans may need to be reviewed by a local licensed architect or engineer for structural details and code standards before construction begins. This is particularly true in coastal areas and those facing seismic events, extreme winds, and heavy snow. If you are building in any of these areas, a licensed structural engineer will likely be needed to provide the necessary calculations and additional drawings. We authorize the use of our plans conditioned on your obligation and agreement to strictly comply with all local building codes, ordinances, regulations, and requirements, including permits and inspections at the time of and during construction. We recommend checking with your local building department for the most current requirements. The purchaser(s) and/or builder are responsible for additional expenses incurred through meeting municipality requirements or other requirements for construction.
Our foundation plans have been designed for universal conditions and may need to be adjusted to fit your specific site conditions. The foundation should be modified by a local structural engineer to comply with soil testing laboratory findings and local building requirements.
Our house plans will include schematic electrical drawings; however, circuiting or wire sizing will not be included. Your electrical subcontractor will typically provide these drawings.
HVAC and plumbing drawings are not included. Your mechanical and plumbing subcontractors will determine the best layout for your site. Local HVAC codes, climatic requirements and commonly used systems vary throughout the country. The direction of how water flow will enter the home vary from case to case. For this reason, it is impossible to provide universal plans.
This lovely country home plan offers a taste of European elegance all on one level. The exterior brick and stucco offer peaked roofs, spires, country shutters, arched pane glass windows within the dormers, and a country front porch and courtyard. Under a covered entryway, you are lead to the arched front door beyond wrought iron trimmed railing into the foyer.
Off the inviting foyer sits a quiet study with a coffered ceiling, a powder room, and a family bedroom with a private bathroom and walk-in closet. Directly ahead of the foyer is the elegant dining room with trey ceiling and direct access into the utility room leading to the kitchen. Serving meals in this elegant dining room has never been easier. The utility room has plenty of space for a washer, dryer, freezer, laundry tub and counters for folding and ironing. The kitchen offers a free-standing island and an open design with state-of-the-art appliances and granite countertops. A breakfast bar seamlessly separates the gourmet kitchen from the breakfast room and family room. Pendant and recessed lighting adorn the kitchen, paired with traditional cabinetry and lodge-inspired appointments to prove a winning combination in this hard-working cooking space, ideal for entertaining.
The family room is an open sunlight-filled space with a wall of floor-to-ceiling windows that blur the lines between indoors and out with a warming fireplace and built-ins. At the left rear of the home plan is the luxurious master suite boasting curved windows in the seating area, a trey ceiling and luxurious master bath with his and hers vanities, a marble and tile corner Jett tub, separate shower, and a large wardrobe with built-ins. A door from the master suite leads to the covered patio. From the covered patio, enter the bright sunroom with access to the formal living room. A wall of windows in the living room offers a bright view of the landscaped backyard. Off the living room is the vaulted media room with a fireplace and storage closet. Two family bedrooms, each with bathrooms and walk-in closets and a three-car, side entry garage with workspace and entry into the utility room, complete this luxury country ranch home plan.