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address: "Queensland, Calgary, Alberta T2J 4G2, Canada"
latitude: 50.9721
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phone: "(403) 901-5115"
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rating: 4.8
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# Vaughn Scott Design Group

Original Houzz profile: [Vaughn Scott Design Group](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/vaughn-scott-design-group-pfvwus-pf~1829479393)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Architects
- **Location:** Calgary, AB
- **Serves:** Aspen Woods, Balzac, Bowness, Braeside, Calgary, Forest Lawn, Haysboro, Kingsland, Montgomery, Mount Royal University, Oakridge, Richmond, Shepard, Signal Hill, Woodbine
- **Houzz rating:** 4.8 out of 5 (11 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2015–2021), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- 5 Star Houzzer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 25 Ideabook Saves

We specialize in Custom home designs and renovations using the latest in 3D design software to create the dreams of many thankful clients.  I like to meet each new client personally and listen to the hopes and exciting ideas they have found thru various media sources.  This interaction is the perfect tool for me to feel the same excitement when it comes to designing the project.  This is what I look forward to, every day.

### Services Provided

- Architectural Design
- Building Design
- Architectural Drawings
- Custom Homes
- House Plans
- New Home Construction
- Floor Plans
- Guesthouse Design & Construction
- Drafting
- Basement Design
- Deck Design
- Garage Design
- Modular Home Additions
- Log Home Construction
- 3D Home Design

### Areas Served

- Aspen Woods
- Balzac
- Bowness
- Braeside
- Calgary
- Forest Lawn
- Haysboro
- Kingsland
- Montgomery
- Mount Royal University
- Oakridge
- Richmond
- Shepard
- Signal Hill
- Woodbine

### Typical Job Cost

$1,000 - 25,000

Costs varies with all custom design projects.  My rates are comparable and competitive.  I will sit down with all new clients to discuss their ideas and project concerns in detail before giving a free detailed estimate of the architectural design cost required for their project.

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Vaughn Scott Design Group |
| Address | Queensland, Calgary, Alberta T2J 4G2, Canada |
| Phone | (403) 901-5115 |
| Website | http://www.vsdg.com |
| License Number | 892166240 |
| Followers on Houzz | 51 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/VaughnSDG
- Blog — https://www.vaughnscottarchdesigns.com/

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Vaughn Scott Design Group](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/vaughn-scott-design-group-pfvwus-pf~1829479393)
- **Website:** http://www.vsdg.com
- **Phone:** (403) 901-5115

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- Certified TechCertified Construction TechCertified NUDURA Installer

- **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2015–2021), for Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 4.8 out of 5 — 11 reviews**

### All 11 reviews

**★★★★★ — Lorrena Nobert, Aug. 2020**

> Vaughn was great to work with. He got the job done accurately, in good time and was a pleasure to work with.
> He really went the extra mile!
> I highly recommend his services.
> Lorrena
> Lorrena Nobert Design

**Comment from Vaughn Scott Design Group:**

> Thank you Lorrena.  It was a pleasure working with you and your client as well.

**★★★★★ — Krista V, March 2018**

> A review quite overdue!  My husband and I  had the pleasure of working with Vaughn Scott of VS Design Group in Calgary last summer for our second new-home build.  Our work together started in late July and by early September we had just the fine details to discuss.  At that point we were able to resolve the remaining details via e:mail with very prompt responses from Vaughn.  Most impressive was Vaughn’s ability to take from our first discussion a front home elevation that we’ve never had to change – we loved the look of our next potential new home.  Vaughn is very knowledgeable on our city’s building restrictions and required codes, which allow the design process to move along at a productive pace.  He is a creative designer, but at the same time keeps an eye to his client’s budget.  He cleverly designed our roofline, which is both interesting and appeasing, while still keeping it affordable.  It was very much appreciated to have options given with cost in mind.  We always felt that our suggestions or ideas were considered and that feedback was professional and well handled.  Vaughn is very approachable.  At one point, post the design sign-off, I had a concern on an area that I had been vague about.  Vaughn responded immediately to my concerns and offered a couple solutions, one of which was redrawn the next day!  Having gone through this process of home design twice now, I would not hesitate to call Vaughn again if I should ever decide to venture on a third!

**★★★★★ — B P, May 2017**

> Vaughn was great to work with. We are renovating an older house and he helped us through the design, taking in our requests and turning them into something practical and attainable. He was a great collaborator and kept us on track with the practical side of both the design and construction. We arrived at a plan we are excited to build. We also had no issues with getting development and building permits as a result of his thoroughness. We decided on incorporating a green roof on top of our detached garage and Vaughn helped us work through the design details required for this innovative construction.

**★★★★★ — sandy5237, April 2015**

> We engaged Vaughn's design services to help us with a new home. Budget was important. We were very pleased with the product Vaughn provided - it helped to take us from a rough idea to an actual home design. Vaughn was polite, respectful and very professional throughout the process and very understanding of our situation. We would certainly invite him to work with us again and would not hesitate to recommend him to others.

**★★★★★ — Stephanie Charest Interior Design, Feb. 2015**

> I've worked with Vaughn for several years and have always found him very professional and knowledgeable. He knows what is required for permits and drawings for the City and my clients always appreciate that as it relieves them of any concerns in that area. He is always willing to modify designs to suit my eye as a designer and discuss design possibilities which makes it easy and enjoyable to work with Vaughn. We'll be embarking on another large project together very soon.

**★★★★ — Rhonda S, Dec. 2014**

> We worked with Vaughn for about a year from start to finish to get the plans done for our full renovation. He was very courteous, worked efficiently and communicated well with us and our designer, and was very thorough in his plans & recommendations so that we were happy with the final plans.

**★★★★★ — brady007, Nov. 2014**

> Vaughn has been working with us over the last year on an extensive renovation.   His attention to detail, vision and knowledge have been indespensible.  Through several revisions (due to our uncertainty regarding what we wanted) Vaughn was a true professional and pleasure to work with.   The 3D software he uses is incredible and worked wonders on many occasions when we couldn't visualize off the blueprints.
> I would highly recommend Vaughn to anyone, his work is impeccable, he takes a vested interest in the project at hand and goes above and beyond for his clients.  I can't thank him enough for all he's done for us.

**★★★★★ — User, July 2014**

> As a fellow co-worker and residential designer, I've known Vaughn for about 20 years. Vaughn's consistency,  attention to detail, and vast array of residential projects allows him to  provide a quality product for clients. He has made the effort to kept up with the technology in the residential design field by making use of the new 3D software.  With his vast experience  I would have no problem recommending Vaughn as home designer.

**★★★★★ — Lara Hontzias Interior Design, May 2014**

> What a great pleasure it was to work with Vaughn. I jumped into the project after Vaughn had produced beautiful architectural drawings. His drawings conveyed a visual representation for the client and I was easily able to work from them as the designer. His designs and ideas are creative, functional and enduring. Vaughn was quick to answer emails and questions and always very personable. I look forward to seeing the finished product! I hope to be able to work with Vaughn again in the near future.

**★★★★ — simonedold, May 2014**

> Vaughn designed a garage and loft for us. We changed our minds several times and Vaughn was always professional and accommodating. He made the changes we asked and went above and beyond. He listened to our ideas and created what we wanted. We are still in the design process and can't wait to see the finished design. We highly recommend Vaughn for design work. You will not be disappointed.

**★★★★★ — Laurie Ann Bratt, May 2014**

> We have utilized the services of Vaughn Scott on a previous occasion as well with excellent results. He worked with us to create a beautiful 5000SQFT home that encompassed all of our needs. Vaughn was very easy to work with and provided some expert opinions that we considered very valuable. We recently sought out his expertise again to do a major renovation to a small bungalow. A small addition to the front and creating a very desirable roof line from the typical 1955 sloped roof. He was very attentive to our requests as well as the structural design components such as an en-suite, large front entrance and an open concept main floor. Vaugh accomplished this by utilizing existing walls and flush beams to really open up the smaller space. His pre-inspection of the home was accurate and proved very valuable in the design we were after. His attention to what the clients needs is complemented by his personal experience to produce a very high end product.

## Selected projects

- [Marda Loop Rowhouse with Suites](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/marda-loop-rowhouse-with-suites-pj-vj~6539525)
  - Location: Calgary, AB
  - Photos: 1
- [Kinsale Rowhouse with Suites](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kinsale-rowhouse-with-suites-pj-vj~6539521)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 1
- [Cap Hill 4](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cap-hill-4-pj-vj~5478663)
  - Location: Calgary, AB
  - Photos: 12
  - Description: Finished and ready for occupancy. $565k/unit
- [Cap Hill 2 SD](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cap-hill-2-sd-pj-vj~5838059)
  - Location: Calgary, AB
  - Photos: 11
- [Loose Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/loose-residence-pj-vj~556954)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
  - Description: Project reassigned to "Spec"
- [Hillhurst New Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hillhurst-new-custom-home-pj-vj~400942)
  - Location: Calgary, AB
  - Photos: 39
  - Description: I have done several new home plans for this Client in the past, but this will be his personal new home in Hillhurst N.W. Calgary. Construction has begun and is scheduled to be completed in 2014. Update: Project finished 2014 and occupied by builders brother. Sold to 2nd. owners in 2016.
- [Mount Royal Townhouses](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mount-royal-townhouses-pj-vj~923674)
  - Location: Calgary, AB
  - Photos: 11
  - Description: This was a challenging project to get approved. The neighbors grandfathered sanitary line was crossing this lot illegally and needed a long negotiation process to be relocated to the street. Project is now finished and one unit left for sale at $729K
- [Discovery One](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/discovery-one-pj-vj~5639947)
  - Location: Calgary, AB
  - Photos: 14
  - Description: Construction almost finished. For Sale at $1.25m
- [Sinclair](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sinclair-pj-vj~806258)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 9
  - Description: Contemporary duplex in altadore. Designed in 2013 and construction completed in 2014. Owner occupied.
- [Priddis New Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/priddis-new-home-pj-vj~5478672)
  - Location: Priddis, AB
  - Photos: 1
  - Description: Pre-sold new home
- [Windsor Park 50](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/windsor-park-50-pj-vj~3093815)
  - Location: Calgary, AB
  - Photos: 3
  - Description: Finished and SOLD 2018 Very happy new owners in all 4 units
- [Cap Hill Duplex](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cap-hill-duplex-pj-vj~5639940)
  - Location: Calgary, AB
  - Photos: 1
- [Bankview 4-plex](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bankview-4-plex-pj-vj~2271249)
  - Location: Calgary, AB
  - Photos: 12
  - Description: Finished and two units out of four still available for purchase $599k/unit
- [Crescent Heights Infill](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/crescent-heights-infill-pj-vj~543176)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 2
  - Description: Concept for Infill.
- [Strathmore Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/strathmore-residence-pj-vj~831825)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 10
- [Donaldson Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/donaldson-custom-home-pj-vj~400932)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 29
  - Description: This client was brought to me by a local contractor (Fancy Shacks) back in 2005. The client had inherited a challenging lot located upon a steep hillside overlooking "Edworthy Park" with fantastic city and valley views to the east. Requirements were for a Craftsman style with nanny suite over the garage and large deck to the east. The results were stunning. Project completed 2006
- [Rideout Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rideout-residence-pj-vj~923689)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
  - Description: My realtors dream home. Update: 2015 has decided to explore "Castle" architecture.
- [CastleRock Estates - Invermere BC](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/castlerock-estates-invermere-bc-pj-vj~543188)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
  - Description: Concept plans for future resort expansion. 2014-2017
- [Various Projects](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/various-projects-pj-vj~400955)
  - Location: Calgary, AB
  - Photos: 9
  - Description: I have been retained by a local Custom Home builder to prepare the Architectural Drawings for a new exclusive 10-lot subdivision in the community of Royal Oak, Calgary. This project is scheduled to be developed over the next 2-3 years with large walk-out lots overlooking a park and greenspace. Update: Project cancelled by owner 2015. Infrastructure in place, but economy has failed to support this development.
- [Priddis Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/priddis-renovation-pj-vj~1407831)
  - Location: Priddis, AB
  - Photos: 15
  - Description: Full home renovation and addition designed in 2011. Update: project finished in 2013.

[See all 20 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/vaughn-scott-design-group-pfvwus-pf~1829479393)

## Ideabooks

- [Interior spaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/108455320/list/interior-spaces) — 3 ideas
- [Nice things I saw today](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/44300758/list/nice-things-i-saw-today) — 1 idea
- [infills](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/35032793/list/infills) — 6 ideas
- [Home Offices](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27132639/list/home-offices) — 1 idea

[See all 4 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/vaughnscott)

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-23.*
