Using a pencil and clean, white paper, sketch the shape / layout of the room.
If multiple connecting rooms are to be designed, please show how these rooms connect and measure on one sheet of paper.
Make sure to label each room for reference.
Do not worry about drawing the room perfectly or to scale – that’s what I’m here for.
If the direction of the sunlight in relation to your room is important, label each wall as either North, South, East, or West accordingly.
Step 2 - Overall Measurements
Using a straight and sturdy tape measure, measure the entire length of each wall, corner-to-corner and mark this on the floor plan in inches or feet/inches.
Step 3 - Walls & Openings
Once the entire length of each wall has been measured and recorded, measure each wall in detail.
Start in the corner, measure the distance to the casing of the first window and mark on the drawing.
Next, measure the width of the window (include casings) and mark on the drawing.
Measure all items on length of wall.
Items of importance to include: Doors, windows, built-ins, fireplaces, etc…and mark on the drawing.
Repeat steps for each wall in each room.
Include additional measurements and include elevation drawings as necessary
Window & Door Height(s)
Fireplace (If Applicable): Hearth Length and Width
Height of ceiling from lowest point to the floor – indicating if there are changes in height
Step 4 - Double Check
Once the measurements are complete, add up the detailed measurements on a calculator and make sure they add up to your measurement of the entire length of each wall.
If the number is off by more than 5”, re-measure the length of the wall and details to correct the error.
Step 5 - Noting Details
Notate all of the ceiling light fixtures and approximately indicate existing placement on your drawing.
It is also important to include information per room i.e. include where the TV Jack is located if you intend to watch television in the room.
Notate electrical outlets only if necessary for furniture placement
Notate items such as thermostats, electrical panels, air returns, etc. if necessary for wall decor/furniture placement.
Step 6
Scan and E-mail your drawing to Calypso Design Studio with all of the previous information included.
