Floorplans are the visual road map to a finished design project. The purpose of any plan is to effectively communicate a design concept.  Whether we are communicating with the city / HOA for plan approval, to a builder during construction, to a client for endorsement or to a potential buyer to cast vision, the objective of clear communication is always the goal.  For this reason, it is critical to hire a designer who can read and generate professional floorplans.

Every project is unique and requires a tailored set of plans.  Below you will find an abbreviated list of plan terminology that will be helpful during the design process.

Construction Documents
These plans include architectural drawings, sections, details, lighting plans, reflected ceiling plans, electrical or plumbing plans, framing plans, etc.; all with detailed notes and dimensions for the purpose of communicating critical elements of the project to other professionals in the trade.  

Presentation Plans
For those who are not trained in architectural standards, presentation plans are more effective in communicating concepts.  These plans are clean, compelling, less intimidating, and simple to understand, making it easy for clients and buyers to participate in the design process.  Presentation plans incorporate color, actual product samples and textures that will allow clients to visualize the end result.  

Included on this page are examples of plans generated by Michelle Wenger Interior Design.

Like floorplans, elevations are also used to communicate design concepts.  They visually illustrate what a wall will look like when staring at it straight on.  Elevations can be deceptive to the untrained eye because everything appears as a single, flat plane, with no indication of depth.  For instance, a sloped roof may look like a flat vertical rectangle or two walls which are offset 5' will appear to be in the same plane.  To the trained eye however, elevations are very informative and are often the first step toward a more realistic 3D drawing.

Design professionals use elevations because they are quick to generate, are great for communicating dimensions and are helpful in determining the accurate scale & proportion of elements within a design.  When coupled with 3D sketches or perspective drawings, elevations are excellent design tools that allow clients to see their completed project long before construction begins.

Kelly Sletten
Principal | Co-Founder at Nick and Kelly Real Estate Group

As a Realtor I have access to a lot of Designers and Stagers. No one comes close to the service, attention to detail and talent of Michelle Wenger. I was initially impressed by her ability to utilize the most awkward space in order to make the room functional, but I quickly realized her talent goes beyond her visual design. Her service is unquestioned and I feel comfortable with her meeting with our highest end clients with trust that she will present her vision with ease and eloquence. Finally, she is extremely knowledgeable about what will peak a buyer's interest in purchasing a home. We have had a wonderful and successful working relationship and I highly recommend her.

Mark Teale
Owner, Architect at Teale Architecture

Michelle Wenger worked for me doing interior design, materials selection, drawing and project management.  She did a great job and it was a pleasure to work with her in my five person architecture firm.  I would highly recommend Michelle to any potential employer.

Celina Camarillo
Director of Academic Operations at Vanguard University

I have had the opportunity to work with Michelle closely for 3-years on large scale event. Michelle was responsible for decor on a very small budget and year after year she made magic happen. Working with Michelle was always a joy. She is budget-conscious, entrepreneurial in thinking about creative ways to generate revenue, wickedly creative, hard-working and executes within deadlines. Michelle is great in leading her teams. We also had the opportunity to co-lead and I enjoyed dividing and conquering leadership responsibilities. If you have an opportunity to work with Michelle, you will not regret it. She is a gem!

Sharon Houk
Pastor/Ministry Leader at Simply Soulistic Ministries

I had the pleasure of working with Michelle Wenger on several large events at our church. Each opportunity was a pleasure. She was always careful to listen to what I was trying to create while also being mindful of resources. She would always pull together a team and modeled great leadership as well as creativity for them. She also helped me personally stylize my home. She has a unique and keen eye for style and design while also being organized administratively