What is a front elevation?
A front elevation is a drawing of the house as seen from the street. It shows the height of the building, the style of the facade, windows, doors, balconies, parapet lines and materials. People often search for "front elevation design" or "house elevation drawing" when they want to decide how their house will look.
New to the term? Read floor plan vs elevation vs section: what each drawing is for.
What is included
- Custom floor plan(s) for each floor, with room dimensions
- Front elevation design matched to the floor plan
- Style direction such as modern, contemporary or classic
- A watermarked draft preview in your dashboard
- Final files after final payment is verified
The plan and elevation are designed together, so windows, balconies and staircases line up properly, which is a common problem when the two are drawn by different people.
Choosing your style
Modern house design
Clean lines, flat or low-slope rooflines, large windows, simple planes and a minimal look. A good fit for compact plots because the facade stays uncluttered.
Contemporary home design
A flexible mix of modern shapes with warmer materials and more detail. Suits owners who like a current look without a strict minimalist feel.
Classic house elevation
Traditional proportions, columns, arches, ornamented windows and a formal entrance. Suits larger plots and owners who want a timeless look.
Not sure which to choose? See modern vs classic elevation: how to choose a style and browse real projects in our portfolio.
How the process works
Submit your order
including style preferences and reference images on the order form
Receive a quote
and pay the advance to start
We design the layout first
then shape the elevation around it
Review your draft
and request your free revisions with notes and images
Approve, pay the balance
and download your final files
The complete journey is explained on our How It Works page.
Who should choose Plan + Elevation?
- Most first-time homeowners who want a complete concept of the house
- Owners comparing builders, who want clear visuals to discuss
- People who want to finalize the look before ordering full construction drawings
- Anyone who has a plot and a style in mind but is unsure how to turn it into a design
If your builder needs sections and a door and window schedule, upgrade to the Full Package.
Examples by plot size
What exactly the elevation deliverable includes is stated in your quote before you pay.