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  • Secondary Suite Design
  • Basement Development Design
  • Garage Suites & Detached Units
  • Architectural Control Approvals

Custom Home Plans Designed For Alberta Homes, Budgets, and Building Rules

Local Alberta Design Expertise Backed by Real Project Experience

Horizon Design Studio is led by Gursimar Thind, a Calgary home designer who has planned and drafted dozens of residential projects across Alberta, including custom homes, basement developments, garage suites, and legal secondary suites.

Homeowners often struggle with unclear pricing, slow timelines, and designs that fail municipal or developer approvals. Horizon was created to solve these issues through:
  • Clear and transparent pricing
  • Builder-friendly, permit-ready drawings
  • Consistent communication and fast revisions
  • Guidance on city bylaws, zoning requirements, and approvals
When you work with Horizon, you work directly with the designer. There are no middle layers and no inflated fees. The process is practical and built specifically for Alberta homes, Alberta rules, and Alberta budgets.
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Custom Home Plans That Start With Your Lot and Budget
Custom Home Plans That Start With Your Lot and Budget
Designs made to fit your lot, lifestyle, and budget—not generic templates. Every plan includes permit-ready drawings, developed with local codes in mind.
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Secondary Suite Designs Built to Pass and Rent Fast
Secondary Suite Designs Built to Pass and Rent Fast
From basement suites to garage units, Horizon helps homeowners create legal, functional rental spaces that pass approval the first time.
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Turn Your Basement Into a Liveable, Legal Space
Turn Your Basement Into a Liveable, Legal Space
Unfinished space? Get more from your home with thoughtful layouts and cost-efficient designs tailored to your family’s needs.
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Duplex and Townhome Plans Built for Alberta Zoning
Duplex and Townhome Plans Built for Alberta Zoning
Duplexes, townhomes, and infills—designed with city bylaws and builder input in mind. Practical, flexible, and ready for approvals.
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Developer / Architectural Control Approvals
Developer / Architectural Control Approvals
Building in a new subdivision? Horizon prepares and submits drawings for developer review—including layout tweaks or revisions to meet guidelines.
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Optional Add-ons
Optional Add-ons
Want a clearer view before you build? Add services like 3D renderings or extra layout options to help with decisions, permit prep, or builder communication.
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Residential Design Services

Plans that meet Alberta codes, support your builder, and move your project forward with confidence
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A Simple and Guided Process from Idea to Permit

Discovery

We review your goals, lot details, municipal bylaws, and any developer requirements. You receive clear pricing, timelines, and next steps.

Design

Layouts are drafted and refined with your input until the design fits your lifestyle, budget, and builder requirements.

Approvals

Drawings are prepared for permit or developer submission. We handle revisions or clarifications requested by the municipality or developer.

Delivery

You receive complete builder-ready plans and a clear understanding of what to expect next.

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Designs Built for Real Life in Alberta

Each project is guided by three principles:
  • People: how you live, work, and move within your space
  • Place: Alberta codes, bylaws, climate considerations, and community design guidelines
  • Purpose: practical layouts that add function, comfort, and long-term value
Explore our projects created for Alberta homeowners.
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What You Can Expect From Start to Finish

Client-Centered Service

Your priorities shape every design decision. Horizon is flexible because your life isn’t one-size-fits-all.

Transparency

No hidden costs, no vague timelines. Just honest answers and real expectations.

Trust

Clear communication, transparent pricing, and a partner who sticks with you from start to finish.

Answers to the Questions Clients Ask First

For smaller projects like basement developments or secondary suites, turnaround is typically 2–4 weeks. Custom home designs take longer, especially if revisions are involved, but you’ll always have a clear timeline. The process is designed to keep things moving without sacrificing quality.
Yes. Horizon provides plans that meet the standards required by both municipalities and developers across Alberta. We’ll manage the adjustments needed for approvals and help ensure your project clears each stage smoothly, saving you time and reducing back-and-forth with cities or developers.
We sure do. While based in Calgary, we work with homeowners and small builders across Alberta, including Airdrie, Okotoks, Chestermere, and other surrounding communities. Our knowledge of Alberta codes and regional permitting makes remote collaboration straightforward and efficient.
Yes. We often support small-scale builders needing consistent residential design services in Alberta. From infill lots to duplex plans, we offer flexibility, consistent communication, and permit-ready drawings delivered on a schedule that works with your build cycle.
All design drawings are created using Revit and finalized in PDF format for easy submission to cities and developers. Our plans are compatible with municipal systems and builder workflows across Alberta. We also use Bluebeam for precise markups and revisions, ensuring clean, well-documented packages.
Our residential design services include custom floor plans, exterior elevations, and site plans that are tailored to your lot, goals, and city requirements. Every package is designed with local bylaws in mind, so the drawings are permit-ready and builder-friendly. You’ll get direct communication throughout, with the flexibility to revise along the way.
Most custom home plans in Calgary are priced at approximately $1 per square foot. Final pricing depends on layout complexity, square footage, and any special requirements like developer controls or unique site conditions. You’ll receive a clear estimate upfront—no surprises or hidden fees.
Yes. Horizon Design Studio focuses on affordable home design in Calgary, with services suited for everything from basement developments to garage suites. Smaller projects still receive the same level of care—our goal is to make high-quality design accessible without high-end firm pricing.
Absolutely. Secondary suites, including basement and garage units, are a growing need in Alberta. We create layouts that comply with local zoning and building codes, helping homeowners make the most of their space while staying legal. We’ll also assist with any required adjustments during the permit process.
Horizon’s residential drafting services are hands-on and personalized. You’ll work directly with a local designer who understands your municipality’s code requirements and builder expectations. Unlike firms with layers of staff, we keep things simple, responsive, and tailored to your specific goals.

Serving Calgary and Alberta With Plans That Get Approved

Horizon Design Studio works with homeowners and builders across Calgary, Airdrie, Okotoks, Chestermere, and other Alberta communities. Wherever your lot is, we bring local expertise to every project.

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