Business Details
34 Years
experience
Custom Home Design & Architectural Drafting Services
Croix Design & Drafting has been a trusted leader in custom home design and architectural drafting for over 30 years. Our team combines deep industry expertise with a personalized approach to transform client visions into meticulously detailed plans. We specialize in creating spaces that reflect individual lifestyles while adhering to rigorous construction standards and building codes. Our commitment to quality is underscored by our receipt of two 2024 Trillium Awards, recognizing excellence in design. We guide clients through a structured five-phase processfrom initial consultations to final construction documentsensuring clarity, precision, and client satisfaction at every stage.Our multidisciplinary team includes seasoned professionals with decades of combined experience in both design and hands-on construction, providing unique insights that enhance every project. We serve both private homeowners and builders, offering tailored solutions for new builds, renovations, and specialty structures. Our services extend to 3D rendering, site visits, and bid set preparation, ensuring comprehensive support throughout the design journey. With thousands of plans created and a focus on innovation, we remain dedicated to delivering designs that balance functionality, aesthetics, and lasting value.
Services
Custom Home Design
Remodeling Services
3D Rendering
Architectural Drafting
Site Visits
As-Built Plans
Final Construction Documents
Plan Modifications
Specialty Structures Design
Bid Set Preparation
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in custom home design and architectural drafting.
- Our team includes professionals with hands-on construction industry expertise.
- We guarantee meticulously detailed plans tailored to client preferences and building codes.
- Our award-winning designs have earned two 2024 Trillium Awards for excellence.
- We provide a structured, transparent five-phase design process for client confidence.
What people say
Award-winning designs
Personalized service
Expertise
30+ years experience
Meticulous attention to detail
Services
Custom Home Design
We create tailored floor plans for new homes, ensuring designs reflect client preferences while meeting building codes. Our process includes collaborative consultations, preliminary sketches, and final construction documents. Clients benefit from our 30+ years of experience and award-winning expertise in residential architecture.
Remodeling Services
Our team transforms existing spaces through renovations, additions, and layout modifications. We provide as-built plans, site assessments, and detailed remodeling blueprints. Clients receive functional upgrades that enhance property value and align with modern living standards.
3D Rendering
We offer advanced 3D visualization tools to showcase interior and exterior designs before construction begins. This service allows clients to explore layouts, materials, and lighting options, ensuring their vision is accurately realized in the final plans.
Architectural Drafting
Our drafting services produce precise technical drawings for new builds and renovations. We ensure compliance with local regulations while maintaining design integrity. Clients receive detailed plans that streamline the construction process and minimize costly revisions.
Bid Set Preparation
We prepare comprehensive bid sets containing all necessary documentation for contractor bidding. These sets include floor plans, elevations, and material specifications, enabling accurate cost estimates and efficient project execution.
People
Shawn Ericson
President and Founder
Third-generation architectural designer with 30+ years of experience in home building. Founded Croix Design & Drafting in 1992, leveraging hands-on construction knowledge to deliver innovative, client-focused designs recognized by industry awards.
Nick Freeman
Vice President
Senior architectural designer with extensive expertise in residential drafting and project management. Leads design teams in creating detailed plans that balance aesthetic appeal with structural integrity, ensuring client satisfaction across diverse home-building projects.
Robert Bellos
Senior Architectural Designer
Experienced designer specializing in custom home layouts and renovation blueprints. Brings technical precision and creative problem-solving to every project, maintaining Croix's standards of excellence in architectural detailing and code compliance.
Liz VanBuren
Architectural Designer
Skilled designer focused on translating client visions into functional, code-compliant plans. Collaborates closely with homeowners and builders to ensure designs meet both aesthetic goals and practical construction requirements.
John Pedersen
Site Specialist
Site assessment expert responsible for gathering measurements and structural data during property visits. Provides critical field insights that inform accurate as-built plans and renovation strategies for existing homes.
Questions
What types of home design services do you offer?
We provide custom home designs, remodeling plans, 3D renderings, and specialty structure blueprints for new builds, renovations, and additions.
How does your design process work?
Our five-phase process includes initial consultations, proposal development, preliminary designs, revisions, and final construction documents, ensuring clear communication throughout.
Do you work with both homeowners and builders?
Yes, we collaborate directly with homeowners and construction professionals to create detailed plans that meet both design goals and technical requirements.
Can you modify existing house plans?
We specialize in adapting existing blueprints to meet client needs, including layout changes, basement finishes, and structural modifications.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Minnesota, we work with clients across the region on residential design projects of all sizes.
Are 3D renderings included in your services?
Yes, we offer 3D visualization tools to help clients see their designs before construction begins, enhancing decision-making and design accuracy.
