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Architectural Plans Kentucky

Architectural plans are sometimes known as floor plans or house blueprints. These are designs created by the architect before the building was ever completed, and they can be found in a number of locations.
1. Local Companies
2. What are Architectural Plans?
3. Historic Architectural Plans
4. Current Architectural Plans
5. Featured Local Company

1 . Local Companies

Moody Nolan Inc.
(859) 957-1277
434 Madison Avenue
Covington, KY
Kenar Architectural
502 352 2874
100 Consumer Ln
Frankfort, KY
Forza Architecture, Inc.
502.896.1328
654 South Shelby Street
louisville, KY
Studio A Architecture
502-589-8007
1371 Bardstown Road
Louisville, KY
DS2 Architects
606-564-0961
107 W. Second St.
Maysville, KY
Plan Ahead, Inc.
502-817-7526
3720 7th Street
Louisville, KY
TONY WALDRON ARCHITECTS
502-235-4454
228 ALBANY AVENUE
LOUISVILLE, KY
EOP Architects
859-231-7538
201 West Short Street, Suite 700
Lexington, KY
Clotfelter/Samokar
859-273-3700
228 East Reynolds Road, Suite One
Lexington, KY
Design First, Inc.
502.744.8716
11900 plantside Dr
Louisville, KY

 

2 . What are Architectural Plans?

Architectural plans are the basic design used to build a home or other type of building. In some circles, these plans may be known as house blueprints or house floor plans. This architectural plan will include all aspects of the building, as it relates to the construction of that building. Certain locations, especially larger cities, require that these house blueprints be filed with the city prior to the construction of a new home. This is usually done in newer homes, or any house built after 1990. Homes built before 1990 may not have a blueprint filed with the city because it was not required at the time. House blueprints include a basic floor plan of the house, as well as information relating to any additional stories on that house. For example, if a home has three stories, all those stories will be shown on the architectural plan. This holds true for areas of the house that may not be used regularly such as an attic or basement. The architectural plan will also show the separation of rooms, areas where the plumbing and electrical lines are run, and the size of rooms. They may also show doors and windows.

3 . Historic Architectural Plans

Historic architectural plans refer to both famous and common houses throughout history. Any building that was constructed more than sixty years ago is considered a historic building. Even early ranch style homes are now considered historic properties, and their floor plans are historic, as well. In some areas of the world, historic architectural plans refer to any home that was built prior to the date when the city required these plans to be filed with the city. The reason for this is that these house floor plans were not filed with the city, and are more difficult to locate. People are interested in historic floor plans for several reasons. The first is that they may own a historic home of their own that has had significant changes made to it over the years. They decide to use the house floor plans to see exactly how the house has changed, and possibly bring the house back to its original appearance. There are also those who use historic architectural plans to create a house that merely looks old. These people like the look of old houses, but want a house that is designed to their specific criteria. There are also those that consider themselves to be history buffs, and are merely interested in seeing the floor plans of historic homes.

4 . Current Architectural Plans

Current architectural plans refer to those plans that are used with the construction of a new property. These floor plans are used for both the main building, as well as any outbuildings on the property. For example, if a homeowner wishes to build a free-standing garage and barn on their land, they are required to submit an architectural plan for both buildings. When an individual decides to build a new home, they must first purchase a plot of land on which to build. The next step is to hire an architect. The architect will be required to work with the client to create an architectural plan that meets all their needs. This house floor plan must then be filed with the city or county, who has final say over whether the plans meet their requirements. The blueprints of this house should include the number of stories in that house, the size of the rooms, and the locations of doors and windows. It will also include information relating to the plumbing and electrical needs such as the location of circuit breakers, water mains, and the basic layout of the lines. In many cases, it is difficult, if not impossible, for an untrained individual to create an architectural plan. They must use the work of a trained individual to create these floor plans.

5 . Featured Local Company

Moody Nolan Inc.

(859) 957-1277
434 Madison Avenue
Covington, KY
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