Residential Design and Drafting Services

MasonWood provides residential design, technical drafting, 3D building modeling, and permit drawing services for homeowners, contractors, builders, and developers throughout Charlotte, North Carolina, and surrounding communities. We help clients move from early project ideas to clear, organized, and buildable design documents. Services are tailored to the property, project scope, construction goals, and permit requirements.

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Services for Homeowners​

Home Renovation Design

Planning a successful construction project starts from the beginning, requiring strategic planning, design approvals and trade coordination. Clients range in diversity, financial backgounds and design goals. With a 100% permit approved success, get out the wish list and make the first step. MasonWood helps homeowners evaluate layouts, room relationships, openings, circulation, exterior changes, and construction requirements before work begins. Renovation design services may include:

• Kitchen and bathroom renovations

• Interior layout modifications

• Basement and attic improvements

• Exterior updates

• Window and door changes

• Space-planning studies

• Existing-condition drawings

• 3D design visualization

 

Home Additions

MasonWood develops design concepts and drawings for additions that improve space, function, and connection to the existing home. The design process considers the existing structure, rooflines, exterior appearance, interior circulation, and available property information. Projects may include:

• Primary-bedroom suites

• Family-room additions

• Kitchen expansions

• Home offices

• Mudrooms and laundry rooms

• Second-floor additions

• Sunrooms and enclosed porches 

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Outdoor Living Spaces

Create a more useful and inviting connection between your home and landscape. MasonWood provides design and drafting services for outdoor residential improvements, including:

• Porches

• Decks

• Pergolas

• Covered patios

• Outdoor kitchens

• Screened outdoor rooms

• Accessory structures

• Detached studios, tiny houses and sheds
  
   

Services for Contractors, Builders and Trades

Design, Drafting and Construction Drawings for Building Permits

MasonWood supports contractors and builders with clear drafting and construction documentation. Services can supplement an existing project team or provide drawings for smaller residential projects. The exact drawing package depends on the project scope and the requirements of the contractor, property owner, and reviewing authority. Drafting services may include:

• Existing-condition plans

• Floor plans

• Exterior elevations

• Building sections

• Roof plans

• Enlarged plans

• Construction details

• Door and window information

• Drawing revisions

• As-built documentation

• Material Take-off Estimates

 

3D Building Models

Three-dimensional building models help clients and project teams understand the proposed design before construction begins. They can be used to review layouts, roof forms, exterior proportions, materials, additions, and connections between new and existing construction.Learn more about MasonWood’s 3D home design and visualization services.

 

Design Coordination Support

MasonWood can assist contractors, consultants, and project teams with design coordination, drawing organization, model updates, consultant information, and technical project communication.

This service is especially useful when a project requires collaboration between homeowners, contractors, engineers, specialty consultants, and permitting authorities.

 

Permit Drawing Services

MasonWood prepares residential drawing packages intended to support building-permit applications and construction planning. Depending on the project, permit drawings may include:

• Existing and proposed floor plans

• Exterior elevations

• Building sections

• Roof plans

• Foundation or framing information provided by the appropriate professional

• Construction details

• Site information provided by the owner, surveyor, or civil consultant

• Project notes and code-related information

 

Permit requirements vary by jurisdiction, property, project type, and construction scope. Additional documentation from a licensed architect, structural engineer, surveyor, civil engineer, or other professional may be required. MasonWood does not guarantee permit approval. We prepare and coordinate project information to support a complete and organized submission based on the agreed scope of services.

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3D Design and Visualization

MasonWood uses advanced 3D building technology to help clients explore their projects before construction. A digital model can make it easier to evaluate layouts, additions, rooflines, materials, exterior features, and room relationships.

3D visualization can provide:

• A clearer understanding of the proposed design

• Better communication with contractors

• Earlier identification of design concerns

• More confidence when selecting an option

• Visual support for planning and construction discussions

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How the MasonWood Process Works

1. Project Consultation

We begin by discussing the property, project goals, desired improvements, available documents, budget considerations, and anticipated next steps.

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2. Existing Information

Depending on the project, MasonWood may review measurements, photographs, surveys, existing plans, property records, inspiration images, and contractor information.

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3. Design and Development

The project is developed through sketches, floor plans, 3D models, design options, and technical drawings according to the agreed scope.

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4. Review and Revisions

Clients review the proposed design and provide feedback. Included revisions are completed according to the service agreement.

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5. Drawing Completion

The final drawing package is prepared for the agreed use, which may include contractor pricing, project planning, permit submission, or construction coordination.

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Why Work with MasonWood?

• More than 25 years of construction and design experience

• Residential design and technical drafting knowledge

• Advanced 3D building-modeling capabilities

• Clear and organized project communication

• Practical solutions focused on buildability

• Services for homeowners, contractors, builders, and developers

• Local service in Charlotte and surrounding North Carolina communities

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Let's Discuss Your Project

Whether you are planning a renovation, addition, outdoor living space, custom residential project, or permit drawing package, MasonWood can help you develop a clearer path from idea to construction.

 

Kitchens & Baths

Master Suites

Garages

Carriage House

Home Offices

Decks & Porches

Masonry

Fireplaces

Elevators

ADA Accessibility

3D Building Models

Construction Details

Framing Plans

Roof Plans

Existing Floor Plans

Proposed Floor Plans

Reflected Ceiling Plans

Building Sections

Foundation Plans

Mechanical Design​​​

Color Renderings

Virtual Reality Renderings

Conceptual Design

Space Planning

Design Options

Hand Sketches

Schematics

Color Palette Selections

Fixtures, Selections

Material Estimates​