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ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SERVICES IN KENYA
We provide full-service architectural design services in Kenya, translating your vision into professional, BORAQS-compliant drawings ready for construction. Whether you are planning a modern family home in Nairobi or a 3-bedroom bungalow in Kiambu, our team handles the complete design and county submission process on your behalf.
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Your Design, On Paper
We translate your unique vision into professional architectural drawings that meet strict Kenyan building standards.
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County Approval Ready
Our drawings are prepared specifically to meet county submission requirements, ensuring you obtain your building permit without unnecessary delays.
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Budget-Aware Design
We prioritize financial transparency, designing with your budget in mind from the first sketch to avoid expensive surprises during construction.
RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN IN KENYA: FROM BRIEF TO APPROVED DRAWINGS
Architectural design is the critical first step in the journey of a Kenyan homeowner. This process involves more than just aesthetics; it is the technical translation of your household needs into a functional scheme design, including detailed floor plans, elevations, and site layouts. Working with a BORAQS-registered architect in Kenya is essential, as this registration ensures your professional meets the legal and ethical standards required to practice within the country.
A major hurdle for many builders is the county building approval process. In Kenya, architectural drawings serve as the primary legal documents submitted to the county government to secure a building permit. At Jazz Building and Construction, we prepare drawings that comply fully with both National Construction Authority (NCA) and specific county requirements—significantly reducing the risk of rejections or approval delays.
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THE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN PROCESS
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Design Consultation
We meet in person or remotely to understand your plot, household needs, and budget. We produce a written design brief before any drawings begin.
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Scheme Design
We produce initial floor plan options and site layouts for your review, refining the design until it reflects your vision accurately.
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Working Drawings
Our team develops the full technical set—including sections, elevations, and roof plans—required for both county submission and contractor pricing.
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Submission Support
We manage the submission of drawings to the county government for your building permit and respond to technical queries from authorities on your behalf.
DELIVERABLES: WHAT YOU RECEIVE
Every project concludes with a comprehensive set of professional documents produced by a BORAQS-registered architect, ensuring all technical and legal requirements are met.
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Site Analysis and Layout Plan
We conduct a thorough assessment of your plot to determine the best building orientation. This plan illustrates how the structure sits on the land, accounting for boundaries, access roads, and existing landmarks in areas like Nairobi or Kiambu.
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Detailed Floor Plans for All Levels
We provide scaled drawings for every floor of your home, from 3-bedroom bungalows to multi-story maisonettes. These plans clearly define the spatial arrangement, room dimensions, and the functional flow of your living spaces.
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Four-Elevation Drawings
These drawings provide a flat representation of all four external faces of your building. They are essential for visualizing the exterior architectural style, window placements, and material finishes of your modern house design.
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Cross-Section Drawings
We produce at least two detailed sections that cut through the building vertically. These are critical for understanding floor heights, roof pitches, and the internal structural relationships that are necessary for accurate construction.
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Roof Plan and Written Design Report
You will receive a dedicated roof layout, crucial for modern flat- roof or pitched designs, alongside a project brief. The written report summarizes the design logic and material specifications to guide the next phases of development.
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Submission-Ready PDFs and CAD Files
We provide your complete architectural set in digital formats suitable for county building permit applications. These CAD and PDF files are also shared with your structural engineer and quantity surveyor to ensure seamless coordination across the technical team.
Frequently Asked Questions About Architectural Design
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Architect fees in Kenya are regulated by BORAQS, with a minimum of 6% of the total construction cost for full services, from design through supervision. We provide a transparent written fee quote upfront to avoid hidden costs.
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A typical architectural design project takes 3 to 5 days from the initial brief to completed working drawings. The subsequent county approval process varies by location but generally takes an additional 4 to 8 days.
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Architectural drawings define the spatial layout and appearance, while structural drawings specify the reinforced concrete, beams, and load-bearing elements. Both are legally required for a building permit and construction.
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Yes. We specialize in working with diaspora clients via video consultations, handling design reviews and approval updates remotely to ensure your project progresses while you are out of the country.
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Yes. For homeowners building in stages, we design the complete scheme upfront. This ensures each phase connects correctly and the entire project is approved by the county from the start.