Can we work together if I’m not in Nova Scotia?

Yes, Mercer Design & Drafting works remotely via email and online meetings and delivers plans as PDF files.

What is included in a custom plan?

Each custom plan is permit-ready and includes drawings and notes needed for a building permit.

How does the design process work?

The process is collaborative and staged, with client feedback and approvals at key milestones.

Why should I choose Mercer Design & Drafting?

Mercer is trusted by self-builders in Nova Scotia for personalized plans and reliable permit-ready documentation.

Modern black-clad house exterior with lush green landscaping, custom home design drafted by Mercer Design & Drafting, trusted Halifax architecture studio specializing in permit-ready residential plans for Nova Scotia homeowners.

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your

dream

home

Self-build home owners in Nova Scotia.

Transform your vision into code-compliant building blueprints.

Transform your vision into code-compliant building blueprints

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Plans that pass. Builds that last.

"Mercer Drafting's obvious dedication to follow the project through all the phases and changes, from design, permitting to construction start up exceeded our expectations""
Marine Communities Food Banks NS
"Andrew has surpassed my expectations. I will be using him for all my design needs."
P. Rose
"Andrew is respectful, timely, knowledgeable, has a good understanding of basic current code requirements needed to be incorporated to obtain permits"
Jane & Gord
"Andrew made the whole process easy to get our extension plans in place. Highly recommend!"
L. Metelkova
"They were thorough, offered valuable advice, and delivered the work promptly."
M. Reid
"Correspondence was timely, drafts were well done and revisions were excellent."
Ted
"Andrew is very professional and he has an eye for detail."
R. Coughran
"Mercer Drafting's obvious dedication to follow the project through all the phases and changes, from design, permitting to construction start up exceeded our expectations""
Marine Communities Food Banks NS
"Andrew has surpassed my expectations. I will be using him for all my design needs."
P. Rose
"Andrew is respectful, timely, knowledgeable, has a good understanding of basic current code requirements needed to be incorporated to obtain permits"
Jane & Gord
"Andrew made the whole process easy to get our extension plans in place. Highly recommend!"
L. Metelkova
"They were thorough, offered valuable advice, and delivered the work promptly."
M. Reid
"Correspondence was timely, drafts were well done and revisions were excellent."
Ted
"Andrew is very professional and he has an eye for detail."
R. Coughran
"Mercer Drafting's obvious dedication to follow the project through all the phases and changes, from design, permitting to construction start up exceeded our expectations""
Marine Communities Food Banks NS
"Andrew has surpassed my expectations. I will be using him for all my design needs."
P. Rose
"Andrew is respectful, timely, knowledgeable, has a good understanding of basic current code requirements needed to be incorporated to obtain permits"
Jane & Gord
"Andrew made the whole process easy to get our extension plans in place. Highly recommend!"
L. Metelkova
"They were thorough, offered valuable advice, and delivered the work promptly."
M. Reid
"Correspondence was timely, drafts were well done and revisions were excellent."
Ted
"Andrew is very professional and he has an eye for detail."
R. Coughran
"Mercer Drafting's obvious dedication to follow the project through all the phases and changes, from design, permitting to construction start up exceeded our expectations""
Marine Communities Food Banks NS
"Andrew has surpassed my expectations. I will be using him for all my design needs."
P. Rose
"Andrew is respectful, timely, knowledgeable, has a good understanding of basic current code requirements needed to be incorporated to obtain permits"
Jane & Gord
"Andrew made the whole process easy to get our extension plans in place. Highly recommend!"
L. Metelkova
"They were thorough, offered valuable advice, and delivered the work promptly."
M. Reid
"Correspondence was timely, drafts were well done and revisions were excellent."
Ted
"Andrew is very professional and he has an eye for detail."
R. Coughran

"Mercer Drafting's obvious dedication to follow the project through all the phases and changes, from design, permitting to construction start up exceeded our expectations""
Marine Communities Food Banks NS
"Andrew has surpassed my expectations. I will be using him for all my design needs."
P. Rose
"Andrew is respectful, timely, knowledgeable, has a good understanding of basic current code requirements needed to be incorporated to obtain permits"
Jane & Gord
"Andrew made the whole process easy to get our extension plans in place. Highly recommend!"
L. Metelkova
"They were thorough, offered valuable advice, and delivered the work promptly."
M. Reid
"Correspondence was timely, drafts were well done and revisions were excellent."
Ted
"Andrew is very professional and he has an eye for detail."
R. Coughran
"Mercer Drafting's obvious dedication to follow the project through all the phases and changes, from design, permitting to construction start up exceeded our expectations""
Marine Communities Food Banks NS
"Andrew has surpassed my expectations. I will be using him for all my design needs."
P. Rose
"Andrew is respectful, timely, knowledgeable, has a good understanding of basic current code requirements needed to be incorporated to obtain permits"
Jane & Gord
"Andrew made the whole process easy to get our extension plans in place. Highly recommend!"
L. Metelkova
"They were thorough, offered valuable advice, and delivered the work promptly."
M. Reid
"Correspondence was timely, drafts were well done and revisions were excellent."
Ted
"Andrew is very professional and he has an eye for detail."
R. Coughran
"Mercer Drafting's obvious dedication to follow the project through all the phases and changes, from design, permitting to construction start up exceeded our expectations""
Marine Communities Food Banks NS
"Andrew has surpassed my expectations. I will be using him for all my design needs."
P. Rose
"Andrew is respectful, timely, knowledgeable, has a good understanding of basic current code requirements needed to be incorporated to obtain permits"
Jane & Gord
"Andrew made the whole process easy to get our extension plans in place. Highly recommend!"
L. Metelkova
"They were thorough, offered valuable advice, and delivered the work promptly."
M. Reid
"Correspondence was timely, drafts were well done and revisions were excellent."
Ted
"Andrew is very professional and he has an eye for detail."
R. Coughran
"Mercer Drafting's obvious dedication to follow the project through all the phases and changes, from design, permitting to construction start up exceeded our expectations""
Marine Communities Food Banks NS
"Andrew has surpassed my expectations. I will be using him for all my design needs."
P. Rose
"Andrew is respectful, timely, knowledgeable, has a good understanding of basic current code requirements needed to be incorporated to obtain permits"
Jane & Gord
"Andrew made the whole process easy to get our extension plans in place. Highly recommend!"
L. Metelkova
"They were thorough, offered valuable advice, and delivered the work promptly."
M. Reid
"Correspondence was timely, drafts were well done and revisions were excellent."
Ted
"Andrew is very professional and he has an eye for detail."
R. Coughran

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From a rough sketch to a move-in date

Your dream home, brought to life

Spare yourself the self-build nightmares. Partner with a local drafting and design team that listens, guides, and transforms your sketches into permit-ready plans.

Bespoke building plans

A home designed around how you live. From a closet that fits all your shoes to the reading nook you envisioned.

Collaborative design process

You sign off at every stage. Ensuring the plans align with your budget and contractors’ estimates.

Permit-ready guarantee

We stand by our work. Any changes requested by the permit office are made at no additional cost.

Home

"Andrew was easy to work with, listened to our concerns, and made improvements to an already great plan."

Valerie

Single-story blue ranch-style house with gray metal roof and stone accents, featuring attached garage design plans by Mercer Design and Drafting, Halifax's premier architecture and drafting studio specializing in residential garage construction.

Garage

"Mercer Drafting was amazing to work with. Andrew was extremely helpful and knowledgeable."

John Zinck

Contemporary black house at dusk with glowing interior lights and outdoor fire pit, illustrating specialized architecture plans by Mercer Design and Drafting, Halifax’s premier high-end architecture and drafting studio for custom homes and unique residential projects.

Specialized

"They not only excel in their trade but are efficient and get the projects done on schedule."

Peter Rose

Custom designs over cookie-cutter plans

Trusted by 200+ self-builders in Nova Scotia, for our design-first, personalized plans.

Trusted by 200+ self-builders in Nova Scotia for our design-first, personalized home plans

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I don’t live in Nova Scotia — can we still work together?

Yes, absolutely. We provide drafting and design services remotely for self-build home owners across Canada and beyond. We collaborate via email and Google Meet calls for clear, visual communication. During the course of our project, we share our screen to sketch in real time using an iPad so you can see your ideas come to life. Depending on the size and the complexity of the project, we deliver all completed plans as PDF files. You may choose to get printouts if you require physical copies.

What is included in each custom plan?

Every drawing package is fully permit-ready and designed to match your build goals. Each custom plan includes all the necessary documents you will need to obtain a building permit in Nova Scotia.

A typical construction plan includes:

✓ detailed floor plans

✓ roof plans

✓ elevation views

✓ cross-sections

✓ site plans with building specifications

✓ wall, window, and door schedules

✓ technical specifications

✓ permit-ready guarantee (permit office-requested modifications are covered)

Ready to chat about your custom home, garage, or backyard plans? Start your project today.

If you have any other needs, please get in touch with us to discuss your unique requirements.

What is the typical cost and turnaround time for a custom plan?

Every drawing package is fully permit-ready and designed to match your build goals. Each custom plan includes all the necessary documents you will need to obtain a building permit in Nova Scotia.

A typical construction plan includes:

✓ detailed floor plans

✓ roof plans

✓ elevation views

✓ cross-sections

✓ site plans with building specifications

✓ wall, window, and door schedules

✓ technical specifications

✓ permit-ready guarantee (permit office-requested modifications are covered)

Ready to chat about your custom home, garage, or backyard plans? Start your project today.

If you have any other needs, please get in touch with us to discuss your unique requirements.

How does your drafting and design process work?

Every drawing package is fully permit-ready and designed to match your build goals. Each custom plan includes all the necessary documents you will need to obtain a building permit in Nova Scotia.

A typical construction plan includes:

✓ detailed floor plans

✓ roof plans

✓ elevation views

✓ cross-sections

✓ site plans with building specifications

✓ wall, window, and door schedules

✓ technical specifications

✓ permit-ready guarantee (permit office-requested modifications are covered)

Ready to chat about your custom home, garage, or backyard plans? Start your project today.

If you have any other needs, please get in touch with us to discuss your unique requirements.

Are you available for meetings in the evening or on weekends?

Every drawing package is fully permit-ready and designed to match your build goals. Each custom plan includes all the necessary documents you will need to obtain a building permit in Nova Scotia.

A typical construction plan includes:

✓ detailed floor plans

✓ roof plans

✓ elevation views

✓ cross-sections

✓ site plans with building specifications

✓ wall, window, and door schedules

✓ technical specifications

✓ permit-ready guarantee (permit office-requested modifications are covered)

Ready to chat about your custom home, garage, or backyard plans? Start your project today.

If you have any other needs, please get in touch with us to discuss your unique requirements.

How will I receive my plans, and how should I get them printed?

Every drawing package is fully permit-ready and designed to match your build goals. Each custom plan includes all the necessary documents you will need to obtain a building permit in Nova Scotia.

A typical construction plan includes:

✓ detailed floor plans

✓ roof plans

✓ elevation views

✓ cross-sections

✓ site plans with building specifications

✓ wall, window, and door schedules

✓ technical specifications

✓ permit-ready guarantee (permit office-requested modifications are covered)

Ready to chat about your custom home, garage, or backyard plans? Start your project today.

If you have any other needs, please get in touch with us to discuss your unique requirements.

Will I be able to provide feedback as the plans are being produced?

Every drawing package is fully permit-ready and designed to match your build goals. Each custom plan includes all the necessary documents you will need to obtain a building permit in Nova Scotia.

A typical construction plan includes:

✓ detailed floor plans

✓ roof plans

✓ elevation views

✓ cross-sections

✓ site plans with building specifications

✓ wall, window, and door schedules

✓ technical specifications

✓ permit-ready guarantee (permit office-requested modifications are covered)

Ready to chat about your custom home, garage, or backyard plans? Start your project today.

If you have any other needs, please get in touch with us to discuss your unique requirements.

Why should I choose Mercer Drafting for my next project?

Every drawing package is fully permit-ready and designed to match your build goals. Each custom plan includes all the necessary documents you will need to obtain a building permit in Nova Scotia.

A typical construction plan includes:

✓ detailed floor plans

✓ roof plans

✓ elevation views

✓ cross-sections

✓ site plans with building specifications

✓ wall, window, and door schedules

✓ technical specifications

✓ permit-ready guarantee (permit office-requested modifications are covered)

Ready to chat about your custom home, garage, or backyard plans? Start your project today.

If you have any other needs, please get in touch with us to discuss your unique requirements.

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Let's chat about your self-build goals

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