Keyplan draws precise floor plans of your space

We are Vancouver-based drafters, specializing in creating precise and detailed floor plans for various property types. We serve homeowners, property managers, real estate agents, interior designers, and renovation contractors to enhance real estate sales, leasing, and renovation planning.

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We assist potential buyers envision themselves as homeowners

We help in attracting numerous qualified, interested buyers for your listing by giving them the facts at a glance

Enhance your listings for faster, effortless property sales

Our floor plans help answer some of the questions of inquisitive buyers before they even have to ask


Quality is an Attitude

We set our standards high and never give in to “good enough”. Our friendly customer support team listens to our clients and dedicate every second of our day to creative positive experience throughout the process.

Our onsite technicians use laser measuring equipment and portable tablet devices with the latest technology, as well as CAD workstations, to create highly accurate floor plans. All floor plan projects undergo careful review by the supervisor to ensure quality assurance.

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Quick Delivery at Competitive Prices

Our professional team member will take interior measurements of the property at the scheduled day and time. Following this, we will commence work on your customized floor plans. Once the plans are finalized, we will deliver them to you in high-resolution JPEG and PDF formats via email by the end of the next business day.

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THE ROLE OF 3D FLOOR PLANS IN THE REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY

December 02, 2024

In the competitive real estate market, standing out requires more than just high-quality images and detailed property descriptions. 3D floor plans have become a powerful tool for real estate professionals, offering an engaging way to showcase properties and connect with potential buyers. Here's why 3D floor plans are gaining momentum in the real estate field and how they are transforming the way properties are marketed and sold.    

WHAT MAKES 3D FLOOR PLANS UNIQUE?

Unlike traditional 2D floor plans, which provide a flat, top-down view of a property layout, 3D floor plans add depth and realistic details. By incorporating elements such as furniture placement, textures, and lighting, 3D floor plans bring properties to life. This makes it easier for potential buyers to visualize the property fully furnished, helping them form an emotional connection with the space.    

2D VS. 3D FLOOR PLANS: WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE?

 
ASPECT 2D FLOOR PLAN 3D FLOOR PLAN
PERSPECTIVE Flat, top-down view with no depth or spatial context. Realistic, three-dimensional view with depth, height, and perspective.
VISUALIZATION Focuses on structure, walls, and room dimensions. Showcases a lifelike representation with furniture, decor, and lighting.
VIEWER INTERACTION Requires interpretation and imagination from viewers. Intuitive and immediately engaging, making it easy for viewers to understand.
MARKETING APPEAL Basic; useful for technical reference but not visually appealing. Professional and modern, helping properties stand out in listings.
     

BENEFITS OF 3D FLOOR PLANS OVER 2D PLANS

1. Better Buyer Engagement

While 2D floor plans primarily provide technical information and require some imagination to interpret, 3D floor plans offer a visually intuitive experience. Buyers can virtually 'walk through' the space in their minds, instantly understanding the flow and purpose of each area. 3D floor plans help buyers connect with the property on a deeper level, enabling quicker and more confident decision-making.

 

2. Realistic Representation

3D plans incorporate realistic elements like textures, furniture, and lighting, allowing buyers to immediately see the home as a functional, livable space rather than just a set of walls. This goes beyond what a 2D floor plan can offer, making it easier for buyers to envision how they would use and furnish the space.

 

3. Enhanced Marketing Appeal

In a competitive market, listings with 3D floor plans attract more attention by providing a modern and professional presentation. These engaging, interactive visuals help properties stand out, allowing potential buyers to better understand the space. As a result, properties are more likely to generate interest and sell faster, making 3D floor plans an essential tool for effective marketing.

   

WHY REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS ARE CHOOSING 3D PLANS

While 2D floor plans remain a valuable tool for technical understanding, 3D plans elevate the property visualization experience, bridging the gap between imagination and reality. By showcasing a property in a realistic and engaging way, 3D floor plans increase buyer confidence and decision-making speed.      

HOW KEYPLAN CAN HELP

At Keyplan, we provide both 2D and 3D floor plans tailored to your needs. Whether you’re looking for a simple layout or an immersive 3D representation, our accurate and visually appealing designs will help your property stand out. Contact us today to see how 3D floor plans can transform your real estate marketing strategy!  

TRANSFORMING SPACES: HOW VIRTUAL STAGING ELEVATES REAL ESTATE LISTINGS

November 01, 2024

Virtual staging has emerged as a powerful tool for enhancing real estate listings, especially in an increasingly digital market. By digitally furnishing and styling empty rooms, virtual staging allows agents and sellers to showcase a property’s potential without the costs of traditional staging. Here’s a look at how virtual staging elevates listings and attracts buyers.    

WHY CHOOSE VIRTUAL STAGING?

᛫  Cost-Effectiveness Traditional staging can be costly, involving physical furniture rental and setup. Virtual staging, on the other hand, only requires a one-time fee for digitally furnished photos. This means you can create the appeal of a fully furnished home at a fraction of the cost. ㅤ᛫  Flexibility in Style Virtual staging offers the ability to adapt to various styles, whether minimalist, modern, or rustic, based on the target audience. Different room styles can be easily created to appeal to multiple buyer demographics without the need for a single furniture change, increasing the property’s versatility. ᛫  Quick Turnaround Time Virtual staging services are efficient, with designers able to turn around a staged image within days. This speed is beneficial for properties that need to go to market quickly, allowing for a faster listing process and enabling agents to showcase the best version of the property right from the start. ㅤ᛫  Enhancing Buyer Imagination Empty rooms can feel cold and uninviting, making it difficult for buyers to envision themselves in the space. Virtual staging fills these rooms with digital furniture, illustrating how a space might look when fully furnished. For buyers, this visual aid often bridges the gap between seeing a house and envisioning a home.        

HOW VIRTUAL STAGING HELPS BUYERS VISUALIZE A SPACE

One of the biggest challenges for buyers is picturing themselves in an empty or outdated space. Virtual staging overcomes this by digitally transforming a blank slate into a fully furnished, modern home. This transformation can highlight key selling points by adding appropriately scaled furnishings that demonstrate how space can be utilized. Virtually staging it with sofas, coffee tables, or shelving units can show functional setups, guiding buyers in understanding how they might live in the space.  Additionally, designers can seamlessly remove unwanted elements like outdated furniture, wall stains, or clutter, showcasing the property at its best. This editing feature helps to visually expand spaces by eliminating bulky pieces and disguising wear and tear, allowing buyers to focus on the home’s potential. By guiding attention to features like natural lighting and spacious layouts, virtual staging provides a polished, distraction-free view that highlights each room’s strengths.        

THE VIRTUAL STAGING PROCESS: TRANSFORMING SPACES WITHOUT HIGH-QUALITY PHOTOS

A common misconception is that high-quality, well-lit photos are essential for effective virtual staging. While better quality does enhance the final result, properties don’t need to be empty, and sellers can provide their own images, which we can upscale and enhance by replacing existing furniture.  Once these images are sent to a professional virtual staging designer, specialized software adds digital furnishings and decor, removes unwanted elements, and polishes the space for a refined look. This process allows you to showcase your listings beautifully, even without perfect initial photos. Once approved, the final images are ready for listing websites and marketing platforms.    

PRACTICAL USES IN TODAY'S REAL ESTATE MARKET

In today’s competitive market, standing out is essential. Virtual staging is a tool for doing so affordably, especially in fast-paced urban areas or regions with many similar listings. It’s also an excellent option for high-end listings, where luxurious staged furniture might be too costly to acquire physically. Additionally, properties that might sit vacant—such as new constructions or homes where the owner has already moved— can benefit from virtual staging to make the home feel inviting and livable.        

KEY CONSIDERATIONS FOR VIRTUAL STAGING

While virtual staging offers a range of customization options, there are limitations to keep in mind. Typically, you can edit aspects like color and furniture types, but intricate details such as textures and fine nuances of furniture design often remain unchanged. This constraint means that while virtual staging can enhance a property’s visual appeal, it may not capture every detail precisely. Being aware of these limitations is crucial for setting realistic expectations and achieving the best results in your staging efforts.    

CONCLUSION

For real estate professionals and sellers, virtual staging is a versatile tool that brings properties to life, helping buyers connect with homes in meaningful ways. It provides an affordable, customizable alternative to traditional staging, saving time and creating a sophisticated marketing edge. In an industry where first impressions matter, virtual staging is a strategic choice for today’s digital property market. If you’re looking to enhance your listings even further, Keyplan also offers virtual staging services. We can help showcase properties beautifully, making it easier for buyers to envision their new home.  Let us assist you in presenting your listings with confidence and professionalism.  

BLUEPRINTS VS. MARKETING FLOOR PLANS: KEY DIFFERENCES AND SQUARE FOOTAGE DISCREPANCIES

October 07, 2024

When it comes to real estate, construction, or remodeling, two terms often come up: blueprints and marketing floor plans. Both serve important purposes, but they have different characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages. Additionally, there can be discrepancies in square footage between the two, which may cause confusion for buyers and real estate professionals alike. Let’s explore these differences.     BLUEPRINTS: AN IN-DEPTH LOOK Blueprints are technical drawings that provide detailed architectural information about a property. They serve as the foundation for the construction process and include several key features:   ㅤ᛫ Complex Details ㅤBlueprints showcase structural elements, dimensions, materials, and construction notes. ㅤThis comprehensive information is vital for architects, builders, and contractors ㅤwho rely on accurate data to create safe and functional structures. ㅤ᛫ Comprehensive Information ㅤBlueprints are designed to be exact and exhaustive. ㅤThey illustrate not only the layout but also critical details such as electrical systems, plumbing, and HVAC configurations.   Blueprints are essential for construction, ensuring the building is safe, meets codes, and follows the architect’s design precisely. They are generally not intended for use by the general public, as they require specialized knowledge to interpret properly.     Disadvantages of Blueprints ㅤ᛫ Complexityㅤ ㅤThe complex details can be overwhelming for the average buyer, making them difficult to interpret without technical knowledge. ㅤ᛫ Less Visual Appealㅤ ㅤTypically presented in black-and-white, blueprints lack the visual engagement that can attract potential buyers.       MARKETING FLOOR PLANS: SIMPLIFYING THE SPACE In contrast to blueprints, marketing floor plans are designed specifically for potential buyers or renters to quickly understand the flow of the home, room sizes, and overall layout.       They focus on several key aspects:   ㅤ᛫ Visual Layoutㅤ ㅤMarketing floor plans emphasize the property's layout, showcasing how different areas are connected ㅤand how space can be utilized. They help buyers visualize their potential living arrangements and the functionality of the space. ㅤ᛫ Simplicity ㅤThese plans present essential information in an easily digestible format, often using color and design elements ㅤto enhance their appeal to potential buyers, renters, real estate agents, or anyone interested in the property’s layout.   Marketing floor plans are more approachable than blueprints, using clean lines and minimal technical details. They aim to be easy to read and help people visualize how they’d live in space. They can also include color coding, 3D renderings, and furniture layouts to give potential buyers a better sense of the property’s livability and aesthetics.     Disadvantages of Marketing Floor Plans ㅤ᛫ Limited Detailㅤ ㅤWhile marketing floor plans are visually appealing, they may omit important structural information, ㅤsuch as material specifications, that buyers might need to know. ㅤ᛫ Potential for Inaccuracy ㅤIf not measured by a professional technician, marketing floor plans can misrepresent square footage. ㅤThis discrepancy can lead to dissatisfaction among buyers who may expect a different layout or size based on the provided information.       SQUARE FOOTAGE DISCREPANCIES: A COMMON CONCERN A frequent source of confusion arises when comparing the square footage indicated on blueprints with actual measurements taken on-site. Discrepancies can occur due to several factors:   ㅤ᛫ Construction Variations ㅤAdjustments made during construction may not be reflected in the original blueprints. ㅤFor example, changes to room layouts or structural modifications can alter the final square footage. ㅤ᛫ Non-livable Areas ㅤSpaces that are not usable, such as attics, crawl spaces, or open-to-below areas, may be considered livable in blueprints ㅤbut are often excluded in on-site measurements. ㅤAs a result, buyers might find that the actual livable area is smaller than expected. ㅤ᛫ Measurement Standards ㅤDifferent standards, such as ANSI (American National Standards Institute) or BOMA (Building Owners and Managers Association), ㅤcan lead to variations in how square footage is calculated. ㅤThese standards dictate which areas should be included in the measurement, leading to potential differences in reported sizes.       HOW MARKETING FLOOR PLANS BENEFIT REAL ESTATE LISTINGS For real estate professionals, marketing floor plans are a powerful tool. Buyers can easily see where rooms are situated, how spacious each area is, and imagine how they’d use the space. Accurate, well-designed marketing floor plans can make a listing more appealing, giving potential buyers confidence in the property and helping them envision their life in the space. If you're ever uncertain about square footage calculations or need a precise marketing floor plan, Keyplan can assist. We specialize in providing modern, easy-to-read layout floor plans with accurate square footage and essential information. Let us help you eliminate uncertainty around floor plans, so you can present your listings with confidence and professionalism.  

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What our clients say

"This house was a particular challenge. I was pleasantly surprised the floor plan was completed. Please pass along my sincere appreciation to the person who did it."
Nancy Lloyd

Real Estate Agent

"The team at Keyplan is awesome to work with! Our team have used their services over the past years and have always had a positive experience including our clients. They're organized, accurate and professional in the service they provide. I would highly recommend Keyplan for anyone looking for professional measurements."
David Tang

Real Estate Agent

"I have been using KEYPLAN Floorplans for a couple years now. And now they have gotten into staging and design. They have amazing product and a great designer that can unlock the potential of any home or living space. They also do offices business and restaurants!"
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