Design — Development — Documentation.
Our Services
Elle Smith Design Studio specializes in interior architectural design — developing the spatial layouts, millwork systems, and technical documentation that shape how a home functions and lives.
Working at the intersection of architecture and interior design, Elle Smith Design Studio partners with designers, developers, builders, and homeowners to provide interior architectural design and CAD documentation from concept through construction.
Our work often supports the early planning and technical development of a space — translating ideas into thoughtful, buildable environments.
Our Interior Architectural Design & Documentation work is organized through four core areas of practice.
• Field Measurement •CAD Documentation • K&B • Interior Architectural Design
Field Measurement & Existing Conditions
Measured documentation of existing spaces, translated into accurate as-built CAD drawings prior to design development.
This service establishes a reliable foundation for spatial planning, layout development, and construction coordination.
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Field measurement of interior spaces
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Existing condition floor plans
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As-built CAD documentation
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Wall, ceiling, and opening verification
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Existing space analysis
All field data is translated into CAD drawings to create a clear and dependable base for future design work.
CAD Documentation & Presentation Drawings
CAD documentation forms the technical foundation for all design work developed by Elle Smith Design Studio.
Drawings may be created from on-site field measurements, designer sketches, or existing plans provided by collaborating professionals
This service is also available as standalone drafting support for designers who need sketches, layouts, or existing plans translated into clear CAD drawings and presentation visuals.
• CAD floor plans from field measurements
• CAD drawings from designer sketches or markups
• Space planning drawings for furniture, fixtures, and layouts
• Presentation drawings for client visualization
• Design concept documentation
• Furniture layouts and room planning
These drawings help designers and clients clearly understand layout, proportion, and spatial relationships before construction, installation, or design development begins.
Interior Architectural Planning & Design
Spatial planning and interior architectural design for residential environments, including kitchens, specialty spaces, cabinetry-driven projects, and floor plan layouts that support functionality, circulation, and daily living..
In these engagements, Elle Smith Design Studio serves as the interior architectural designer responsible for developing the spatial layout and design direction of the space, in collaboration with industry professionals or the homeowner.
Focusing on how the space functions, and supports daily life before materials are selected or construction begins.
Layout development often includes space planning, circulation and flow, appliance integration, cabinetry systems, room relationships, and spatial design decisions that influence how the space functions and is ultimately built..
Typical spaces may include:
• Kitchens, Mudrooms, Laundry rooms, Pantries and sculleries, Secondary kitchens
• Bar areas
• Bathroom layout planning
• Other specialty residential spaces requiring integrated cabinetry systems
Design development typically includes:
• Appliance integration and cabinetry planning
• Space planning and circulation
• Plumbing fixture placement and coordination
• Cabinet, vanity, and millwork proportions
• Flooring layout and architectural detailing
Every layout is carefully developed to ensure the space functions beautifully and efficiently once built.
Note: Initial deliverables include CAD presentation drawings illustrating the design intent. Following design approval, the construction documentation phase may include dimensioned drawings developed to support fabrication, shop drawings, and installation.
Custom Built-Ins & Architectural Elements
Architecturally integrated features designed to enhance both the function and character of a space.
In this scope, Elle Smith Design Studio develops the design of custom built-ins and architectural elements, considering spatial flow, proportion, and functional use to ensure each element is thoughtfully resolved within the overall environment. Coordination with builders, fabricators, and installers ensures the design intent is clearly translated through execution.
These elements often serve as defining features—balancing form, function, and daily living.
Typical projects may include:
• Bathroom vanities and integrated storage
• Built-in bookcases and reading nooks
• Entry storage and coat closets
• Bars and display cabinetry
• Custom bunk beds and built-in sleeping solutions
• Window seating and integrated benches
• Specialty built-ins and architectural features
• Pet stations and lifestyle-driven design elements
Each system is developed with careful attention to proportion, usability, and construction feasibility.
Note: Initial deliverables include CAD presentation drawings illustrating the design intent. Following design approval, the construction documentation phase may include dimensioned drawings developed to support fabrication, shop drawings, and installation.
Design Process
Consultation & Project Review
Initial meeting to review project goals, existing plans, and site conditions.
Site Documentation (as required)
On-site measurement and documentation of the existing space to support accurate design development.
Interior Architectural Layout Development
Development of the spatial layout, circulation, and cabinetry systems that define how the space functions.
Presentation Drawings & Design Review
CAD presentation drawings are developed to illustrate the design intent and review layout decisions before moving forward.
Construction Documentation (as required)
Once the design is finalized and approved, dimensioned construction documentation may be developed to support fabrication, shop drawings, and installation.
Materials, Finishes & Furnishings Coordination
Materials, finishes, and furnishings may be provided as an extension of our interior architectural design services or as a focused standalone engagement.
Selections may be developed by Elle Smith Design Studio or coordinated in collaboration with the project’s lead designer, homeowner, or development team to maintain a cohesive design direction.
As a supporting service, we curate and coordinate material palettes, finish selections, and furnishing elements to ensure continuity, balance, and spatial cohesion within kitchens, baths, and specialty interiors.
As a standalone engagement, we assist homeowners and developers seeking a strategic refresh—enhancing the overall aesthetic and functionality of a space without structural or layout modifications.
Services may include surface material selection, cabinetry finishes, hardware and plumbing fixture coordination, lighting, flooring, and curated furnishings such as seating, rugs, artwork, and accent pieces that complement the architectural framework.
Standalone services are structured as design development engagements and quoted based on project scope.
The philosophy behind Elle Smith Design Studio is grounded in the relationship between space and well-being. Through careful attention to layout, proportion, and integrated storage, each design is developed to bring clarity and continuity to how a space functions. The result is an environment that feels composed, intentional, and inherently supportive of the way it is used.
Within the project , ESD develops the interior architectural framework and documentation that carry design intent into a clear, buildable outcome.
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