Floor Plan
Learn how to create a floor plan,
the different types and examples, as well as key considerations when designing them.
What is a Floor Plan?
A floor plan is a drawing or a visual representation of a house from above. It is used to showcase the structure of the walls and showcase key elements of the house like doors, windows, stairs and the main furniture elements of each floor of a home project. It also communicates the room names and sizes as well as the dimensions between walls. Scale drawings give a true representation of both the interior and exterior layout. They are useful for:
- Presenting the overall house layout with the walls and partitions.
- Understanding the project with the room articulation.
- Giving detailed information about each room area and dimensions.


The Importance of Floor Plans
Floor plan design is the starting point of the home building , home remodeling or interior design process. It gives a precise and realistic view on space planning to confirm it corresponds perfectly with the clients lifestyle and requirements. It is essential to help clients visualize the project and understand the vision of the housing professional before the new home is built or remodelled. Showcasing a detailed layout avoids misunderstandings and communication issues with the clients, which is key to maximize the chances of selling the job.
According to research from Zillow , 65 % of home buyers want to be able to see the floor plan or layout. The absence of floor plans in a conceptual design is a barrier to the sale.
The floor plan drawings are used to start the discussion on the project with the clients. It has to be adaptable to fit their needs in terms of space available in each room once furnished and make sure it is functional and practical. The conceptual design will stand out with the presentation of both 2D and 3D plans as they help to engage with the clients and communicate different information in the most attractive, clear and easy way.
Types of Floor Plans
2D Floor Plans
2D Floor Plans
The 2D floor plan is a flat representation of the home layout without perspective, showing technical information and measurements of the spaces. This view is basic and should be presented along with 3D visualizations to help the clients envision their future home.

3D Floor Plans
3D Floor Plans
This view, with a 3D perspective, is much easier for the clients to read as it is usually fully-furnished and decorated. It can also include the deck and garden design. It is the most appealing and efficient way to showcase a home project in order to sell it.

Live 3D Floor Plans
Live 3D Floor Plans

5 Key Floor Plan Considerations
Layout
Size
Lifestyle
Expenses
Versatility
Floor Plan Examples








Common Floor Plan Components (and Symbols)



How to Create a Floor Plan
Import a Floor Plan

Draw Floor Plan

Draw the Exterior Layout

Add Levels

Measure Floor Plan Dimensions
Move a wall or enlarge and reduce the overall house layout on a vertical or horizontal basis, in one click, the other walls will automatically be extended or reduced to keep the same angles.
The dimensions between walls appear on the floor plan in metric or imperial, as set up in your profile. The area calculation updates automatically, directly on the floor plan and on the recap table showing the area of the design per room and for the overall design.

Furnish and Decorate

Generate 2D or 3D Floor Plans
It only takes 2 clicks to download the black & white or color 2D floor plan to scale in pdf format including each room’s surface, main furniture symbols, wall types...
It is as easy to generate the 3D renderings , set up the camera angle to get the desired top view of the house layout and generate the isometric perspective in HD (1280x720) or full HD (1920x1080). It only takes 5 minutes to generate, then it’s ready to download.
