The Best Plan Starts with a Floorplan

The Best Plan Starts with a Floorplan

Before you search for furniture, secure a copy of the floorplan for your space. Not only will it give you accurate dimensions, it will let you play around with all the possible configurations once you do choose the product. We won't take a single step toward a furniture solution without a floorplan. Neither should you. Here are some hints on how to get yours.

1. Call your Realtor or Landlord. 
If your building was built in the past 50 years, the real estate office may be able to help you locate construction information. Often they will know the local developers and be familiar with building styles in your region. 
2. Consult your Building Inspector. 
In most cities, builders must file for a permit before new construction or remodeling. Permits, often with floor plans and elevation drawings, are usually filed in the Building Inspector's office at your local city hall.
3. Examine the fire insurance maps for your neighborhood. 
While at City Hall, ask to see the fire insurance maps for your area. In the US, many fire insurance maps date back to the 1870s. At the very least, these maps will indicate the construction material used for your building. A good bird's-eye view map will also provide a three-dimensional drawing of buildings in your neighborhood showing building shape and the placement of doors, windows and porches. 
4. Dig into the city archives. 
Archives often hold old photographs, building plans and maps. Most of the time they may be cataloged and shelved at your local library or museum. 
5. Hire an expert. 
A building professional, such as an architect or a structural engineer, can use field measurements and other clues to recreate the original plans.
6. Develop your own. 
If you are not adding or removing walls, floors, ceilings, plumbing, electrical or data lines and ONLY using it to help place furniture, you may be able to get by with a home made floor plan. Draw it by hand with a simple ruler and tape measure or utilize free web software that is available.  

Here are some floorplans that we love to get your imagination going!

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