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Wicked Maple Design Architectural Plans for all type of construction: Renovation,New Construction, Addition, Garage, Commercial Bay, Basements, Decks.

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Renovation on your mind?I often get asked when is the best time to start planning our spring project. To answer this que...
11/24/2025

Renovation on your mind?

I often get asked when is the best time to start planning our spring project. To answer this question, we have to understand the construction process.

#1: Plan
To get started, you need to put your ideas on paper, that’s the plan. Depending on the size and complexity, it usually takes 3 to 8 weeks to produce a full set of plans, depending on the size and complexity (floor plans, elevations, sections, structure, details), also the process may be longer if you need a surveyor and/or an engineer involve. I highly suggest to take your time for this process, as you want to make sure everything is accounted for. From the customization to suite your family needs, the resale value and cost control.

#2: Quoting
Once you have the plan in hand, the next step will be the quoting part, how much this will cost me? You may get a general idea of the cost at the plan stage, but surely want a more refine cost. If you have enough time, this will be the part where you shop for your contractor. You can count 2 to 4 weeks for this process, depending on the work scope, and if there is part of the work you want to do yourself. It’s important to secure your contractor early (before they are busy), it does give you more choice.

#3: Permits
Before you get started, you’ll need the proper permits. If you live in an existing neighborhood, you may require a development permit and a building permit. The permit process usually takes 4 to 12 weeks.

So this put us to the start of your desired project. We are already 9-24Weeks later. Good things that permits are valid for 1 year from the approval date. As you can see, starting the process in March make for a late summer or fall start.
So when is a good time to get started, NOW would be a great time. Allowing ample of time to get everything in order prior to the next construction season, and most important, give you the time to make sure you get what you wanted.

At Wicked Maple Design, we specialize in additions and renovations, we have an architectural and structural background. We thrive to give you the best design, while always have the cost of it in the back of our minds. With 100’s of addition, we have the experience and the know how to make it as smooth as possible for you and your family. We also stay in contact until your project is complete. We gladly answer any questions you or your contractor may have while completing your project.
If you want more information, you can reach us at www.wickedmapledesign.com . We would be glad to help you get your project started.

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Need a plan for a construction project?Wicked Maple Design incorporated in 2014 and have countless projects under our be...
09/16/2025

Need a plan for a construction project?
Wicked Maple Design incorporated in 2014 and have countless projects under our belt.

Need a plan for addition, renovation, new construction, garage, secondary suite, garage suite, light commercial space? We do it all.

We have a great relationship with many Calgary area contractors, and work well with everyone. We are cost contentious and are serious in designing you a custom space to make every day brighter and more functional. Equipped with great communication skills, we will inform you why and how to get the most out of your projects.

You can reach us at (403) 512-8060 or at [email protected].

You can also check us out at www.wickedmapledesign.com

Last call for 2025 concrete...Just a friendly reminder that the 2025 concrete season will end around October 31/2025. Ge...
09/12/2025

Last call for 2025 concrete...
Just a friendly reminder that the 2025 concrete season will end around October 31/2025. Get started on your plan and permit before it's too late.

Call us (403) 512-8060 or email us at [email protected] to get started today.

Here is our latest garage suite. Lots of fun to design.
09/01/2025

Here is our latest garage suite. Lots of fun to design.

Installing an elevator in an existing home?No worries, we got you covered!
09/01/2025

Installing an elevator in an existing home?
No worries, we got you covered!

When to start your spring renovation project?I often get asked when is the best time to start planning our spring projec...
12/02/2020

When to start your spring renovation project?

I often get asked when is the best time to start planning our spring project. To answer this question, we have to understand the construction process.

#1: Plan
To get started, you need to put your ideas on paper, that’s the plan. Depending on the size and complexity, it usually take 3 to 8 weeks to produce a full set of plan (floor plans, elevations, sections, structure, details), also the process may be longer if you need a surveyor and/or an engineer involve. I highly suggest to take your time for this process, as you want to make sure everything is accounted for. From the customisation to suite your family, the resale value and cost control.

#2: Quoting
Once you have the plan in hand, the next step will be the quoting part, how much this will cost me? You may get a general idea of the cost at the plan stage, but surely want a more refine cost. If you have enough time, this will be the part where you shop for your contractor. You can count 2 to 4 weeks for this process, depending on the work scope, and if there is part of the work you want to do yourself. It’s important to secure your contractor early (before they are busy), it does give you more choice.

#3: Permits
Before you get started, you’ll need the proper permits. If you live in an existing neighbourhood, you may require a development permit and a building permit. The permit process usually take 2 to 8 weeks.

So this put us to the start of your desired project. We are already 7-20 Weeks later. Good things that permits are valid for 1 year from the approval date. As you can see, starting the process in March make for a late summer or fall start.
So when is a good time to get started, NOW would be a great time. Allowing ample of time to get everything in order prior to the next construction season, and most important, give you the time to make sure you get what you wanted.
If you want more information, you can reach us at www.wickedmapledesign.com . We would be glad to help you get your project started.

Do you want a deck this summer?If you want a new deck, add to your existing deck or put a roof over your deck. And you h...
04/28/2020

Do you want a deck this summer?

If you want a new deck, add to your existing deck or put a roof over your deck. And you have time on your hand. Why not do it yourself.
Decks can be built by people that are handy with tools. It’s simple when you have a plan showing the size & spacing of the members. At wicked Maple Design, we do deck plan showing all members, reactions, spacing, flashing, and everything else you need to build your own deck. We re-check if your existing structure can support an extension, and we provide engineering beam sheet showing it work, as there is no substitute to safety when your family is enjoying it. Our plan are conform to the building code & City bylaw, and are used to pull permit at the City (you need a permit if your deck is 24” or more from grade).
We have designed lots of decks, basement developments for the area. We even designed deck to support hot tubs (recess from the deck itself). Have a summer project, build without confusion, have fun.
Call us at (403) 512-8060 or email us at [email protected] to get your project on the right track.

How to see quality in a construction plan?What should be included in a plan?On any construction project, you need a plan...
04/20/2020

How to see quality in a construction plan?

What should be included in a plan?
On any construction project, you need a plan. Plan do differs by projects, but all plans should include these pages.
-Footing plan
-Floor plan
-Sections
-Elevations
-Details, Details and more details
-Energy Code (if heated)
-bylaws may asked for more pages, depending on the area that the building will be erected.

Now, how to look at quality when reviewing a plan?

-All dimensions shall be easy to see, the clearer the plan is, the easier it is to see the information every trades require.

-All dimensions need to be on the plan. You would be surprised how often some parts of the plan doesn't have dimension.

-Sections are an important part of the plan, but too often you end up with a generic page that doesn’t relate to your project. We do all our section per project, and usually supply 3 to 5 of them (depending on the complexity of the project).

-All details should be included, we always have details (except garage and smaller projects) if the details are not on the plan, you risk the chance that they won’t build what you want.

-Plan should be approved for your region, as every province / country have different rules, an American plan can't be built as is, lots of modification is require before it's approved in Canada.

Don't take any chance, and get your project built with a proper set of plan. Visit our website or our page for more information.

Martin Auger
Owner of Wicked Maple Design

COVID-19 UpdateJust a reminder that Wicked Maple Design is still open for business, we will take care of all your design...
04/17/2020

COVID-19 Update
Just a reminder that Wicked Maple Design is still open for business, we will take care of all your design need.
From New Home, Renovation, Addition, Basement development to Garage and Decks we are your plan guys.
While in these difficult time, we offer online meeting, emails and phone do all the communications requirements. If we need to go on a job site (Renovation/Addition and the such…), we will wear a mask, sanitized hand in and out, and will request to have a 2M (6’-0”) between all participant. For measuring the existing home, we ask that all the doors be open, that way we reduce the contact. We can discuss outside when the weather allow us. No meeting shall take place if any participant show any symptoms related to the COVID-10. We do take safety for all participant really seriously. These guideline will be in place until our government and common sense tell us otherwise.
Make sure you are ready for your summer project by having your plan ready. I want to take this time to personally thank all our Airdrie customer. So lucky to live in a beautiful community we all call Airdrie.
Y’all have a great day!

Martin Auger

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343 Sagewood Place SW
Airdrie, AB
T4B3M8

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+14035128060

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