Our Full Architectural package provides a comprehensive set of construction drawings suitable for advanced budgeting, HOA architectural review, and permitting in most jurisdictions. This package includes complete, fully-dimensioned floor plans, roof plans, furniture layout, exterior elevations on all four sides, cross sections and construction details, electrical plans, plumbing plans, framing plans, door and window schedules, and detailed material and building-code specifications.

This package also includes an unsealed concrete foundation plan prepared specifically for engineer review. Pier-and-beam foundation design is not included but can be added for an additional fee.

Interior elevations may also be added as an optional upgrade. While the Full Architectural package does not include an engineering seal or a site plan, it provides the detailed architectural documentation needed for most planning, design-review, and construction purposes. Color renderings can also be provided to help visualize the finished home and its exterior appearance with landscaping.

Typically 10 to 15 architectural pages long.

1. Cover Page with Index of Drawings & Scope of Work

The cover page includes:

Complete Index: All drawings included in the set with descriptions
Scope of Work: Comprehensive description of the project
Symbol Legend: All abbreviations, symbols, and notations explained
General Notes: Notes applicable to the entire project

2. Professional Graphic Representation Standards

All architectural drawings from Riverside Home Designs meet professional industry standards for clarity and accuracy:

Plan Legend: Complete legend with descriptions of all symbols and abbreviations
Area Tabulation: Square footage calculations for all parts of construction
Accurate Scale: All plans drawn to established, identifiable scales
Full Dimensions: Complete dimensioning for construction accuracy
Professional Annotations: Clear notes and callouts as required
Proper Line Weights: Industry-standard line types for legible, clean copies
Title Blocks: Scale indications, north arrows, and legends included
Logical Assembly: Drawings organized per industry standards

3. Detailed Floor Plans (Fully Dimensioned)

Our floor plans provide complete information for layout and framing construction:

Full Dimensions: Complete measurements for layout and framing
Room Labels: All rooms, cabinets, and appliances identified
Ceiling Heights: Heights and flooring materials specified
Attached Structures: Garages, carports, porches, decks, arbors, and balconies
Door & Window Schedule: Location, size, and type of all openings
Fireplace Location: Type specified (masonry or zero-clearance)
Plumbing Fixtures: All fixture locations shown
Major Appliances: Kitchen and laundry appliance placement
Built-in Furnishings: Cabinets, countertops, and custom features
Stair Details: All stairs, hidden ladders, and access points to other levels

4. Second Floor & Bonus Room (Fully Dimensioned)

When applicable, second floor and bonus room plans are provided with the same level of detail and dimensioning as the main floor:

Full Dimensions: Complete measurements for layout and framing
Room Labels: All rooms, cabinets, and appliances identified
Ceiling Heights: Heights and flooring materials specified
Door & Window Schedule: Location, size, and type of all openings
Fireplace Location: Type specified (masonry or zero-clearance)
Plumbing Fixtures: All fixture locations shown
Built-in Furnishings: Cabinets, countertops, and custom features
Stair Details: All stairs and access points to other levels

5. Roof Layout Plans

Comprehensive roof plans ensure accurate construction of your roof system:

Shadow Overlay: Main floor plans overlaid for reference
Full Dimensions: Walls and overhangs fully dimensioned
Roof Features: Crickets, saddles, ridges, valleys, and hips detailed
Pitch Information: All roof pitches and bastard valleys shown
Ridge Lengths: Dimensions to framing and ridge measurements
Chimney Details: Locations with required saddles
Flashing Notes: Step flashing, counter flashing, and special conditions

6. Exterior Elevation Drawings

All four exterior elevations show the complete exterior design of your home:

Four Complete Views: Front, rear, and both side elevations
Vertical Dimensions: Floor to floor, plate heights, and overall dimensions
Material Callouts: Exterior finishes and materials identified
Window & Door Details: All openings shown with headers
Roof Pitches: All pitches clearly labeled
Grade Lines: Finish grade and foundation exposure shown

7. Cross Sections & Construction Details

Cross sections reveal the internal construction of your home:

Foundation Details: Footings, slabs, and crawl space construction
Wall Construction: Stud sizes, headers, and plate connections
Roof Framing: Rafters, trusses, and ceiling joists
Insulation: R-values and insulation locations
Fireplace Details: Masonry dimensions, footings, flue, and hearth
Wall Assemblies: Interior and exterior wall construction details
Scale Requirements: Sections at ¼" minimum, details at ½" to ¾" scale

8. Door & Window Schedules

Complete schedules for all doors and windows in your project:

Door Schedule: Location, size, type, and material specifications
Window Schedule: Location, size, type, and glazing specifications
Finish Specifications: Door sizing and hinging, and finish details
Performance Ratings: R-values and air sealing methods

9. Framing Plans

Detailed framing layouts for all levels of your home:

Floor Framing Layout: Joist spacing, sizes, and connections
Wall Framing Details: Stud layout, header sizes, and bracing
Roof Framing Layout: Rafter/truss layout and spacing
Header Sizes: Beam and header sizing for all openings
Beam and Post Locations: Support post locations and details
Connection Details: Framing connections and specifications

10. Electrical Plans

Complete electrical layouts for safe, code-compliant wiring installation:

Symbol Legend: Key showing all electrical fixtures and devices
Outlet Locations: All electrical outlets with GFCI outlets labeled
Lighting: All light fixtures and switch locations
Switch Types: 3-way switches and dimmers identified
Motorized Equipment: Fans, vents, and powered devices located
Service Entrance: Main panel and service panel locations
Low Voltage: Telephone, television, and data outlets
HVAC Controls: Thermostat locations shown
Alarm Systems: Security and annunciator panel locations
Mechanical Systems: Water heater, HVAC equipment locations
Utility Connections: Gas and water services as needed

11. Furniture Layout Plans

Furniture placement plans help verify room sizes accommodate your lifestyle:

Bedroom Furniture: Proposed bed and dresser locations
Dining Areas: Dining room tables, hutches, and buffets placed
Breakfast Areas: Porch and breakfast table locations
Special Items: Area rugs and custom furnishings positioned
Room Verification: Ensures proper room sizes for your furniture

12. Plumbing Plans

Plumbing layouts ensure accurate fixture placement and rough-in locations:

Fixture Locations: All plumbing fixtures positioned
Center Dimensions: Measurements to center of walls and center of fixtures
In-Slab Plumbing: Special conditions for slab construction identified
Piping Specifications: In-slab piping requirements detailed

13. Foundation Plan (Unsealed)

The foundation plan is prepared for engineer review and includes:

Concrete Foundation Layout: Fully dimensioned as required for construction
Footing Locations: Footing types and dimensions shown
Beam and Pier Locations: As applicable to foundation type
Anchor Bolt Locations: Hold-down and anchor bolt placement
Plumbing Penetrations: Locations for plumbing through foundation

Note: This is an unsealed concrete foundation plan prepared for engineer review. Pier-and-beam foundation design is not included but can be added for an additional fee.

14. HVAC Space & Access

Riverside Home Designs reserves space and identifies access requirements for HVAC equipment and ductwork routing. Specific HVAC system design and engineering is the responsibility of your HVAC contractor.

15. Interior Elevations (Optional - Additional Fee)

Interior elevations showing kitchen cabinets, bathroom vanities, fireplaces, and built-in units are not included in the standard Full Architectural plan set but are available as an optional upgrade for an additional fee.

We recommend contacting local cabinet and fireplace distributors who typically provide these drawings at no cost during their bidding process, saving you money on your project.

What's NOT Included in the Full Architectural Package

The Full Architectural package does NOT include the following items:

Structural plans and load path calculations
Engineering seal on foundation or structural elements
Site plans howing driveways and walkways
Pier-and-beam foundation design (can be added for additional fee)
HVAC system design or engineering
Accessibility compliance documentation

Note: For projects requiring any of these items, please consider our Full Architectural with Engineering plan set.

Other Helpful Building Items

Mirror-Reversed Plans

(Available on all plans) These are used when building the project in reverse of the illustrated or designed floor plan. Reversed plans are available for a small additional one-time surcharge. It is imperative that you purchase reversed plans in order to avoid confusion on the job site during construction.

Engineering Seals

The concern over energy costs, building design, and structural integrity of certain components occasionally prompt the need for an engineer to review and "seal" a plan prior to construction. Our designs meet Energy Star standards, which means superior energy efficiency, lower utility bills, and reduced environmental impact. There is an additional fee for this service. The fees depend on the complexity of the services required, as well as the amount of work involved. Riverside Home Designs will oversee the engineering and all other requirements for the plans and will submit to the owners a complete set of plans with the engineering seals as required.

** Unless specifically included in the scope of work, engineering is not included in our work. **

Riverside Home Designs License Agreement

The plans and designs created by Riverside Home Designs are the intellectual property of the designer and are protected by international copyright. As such, the plans and other details are provided for personal use for the construction of one (1) project only.

Use of the plans and other details for commercial purposes, for sale, distribution, transfer to any other party other than the original purchaser, or reproduction in any way is expressly prohibited without Riverside Home Designs' written approval. No other commercial use or reproduction will be allowed without additional licensing and fees.

When you purchase plans from Riverside Home Designs, you will be provided with a permission to use the plans. This license is issued solely to you, and you agree to the terms and conditions as stated on the plans. The license is not transferable to anyone under any circumstances.

All designs and related details produced on the plans are copyrighted and become trademarks of Riverside Home Designs.

You may not reproduce the plans yourself; all copies must be provided by Riverside Home Designs.

Full Architectural Plan Specifications

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