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# DraftSmith

Original Houzz profile: [DraftSmith](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/draftsmith-pfvwus-pf~1829616565)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Architects
- **Location:** Brookfield, WI
- **Serves:** Brookfield, New Berlin, Elm Grove, SE Wisconsin, Waukesha County
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (6 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2022), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 500 Ideabook Saves

I specialize in new residential design throughout Southeastern Wisconsin and beyond.  With almost 20 years experience in the residential industry, I have an eye for detail and a wide base of experience to draw from.  I listen to my client's dreams and desires and turn them into their dream home.

### Services Provided

- Architectural Design
- Home Remodeling
- Architectural Drawings
- Custom Homes
- House Plans
- New Home Construction
- Home Additions
- Home Extensions
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Floor Plans
- 3D Rendering
- Drafting
- Basement Remodeling
- Basement Design
- Attic Conversion
- Laundry Room Design

### Areas Served

- Brookfield
- New Berlin
- Elm Grove
- SE Wisconsin
- Waukesha County

### Typical Job Cost

$400 - 3,000

Custom homes are $1.00 sq/ft. under roof, broken up into three payments
Remodels/Additions are $100/hour, billed twice a month for hours accumulated

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | DraftSmith |
| Address | Brookfield, Wisconsin 53005, United States |
| Phone | (262) 707-9293 |
| Website | http://www.draftsmithwi.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 14 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — www.facebook.com/draftsmithinc
- LinkedIn — draftsmith
- Blog — www.draftsmithwi.com

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [DraftSmith](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/draftsmith-pfvwus-pf~1829616565)
- **Website:** http://www.draftsmithwi.com
- **Phone:** (262) 707-9293

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- Certified Professional Building Designer

- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2022), for Service.

**Affiliations**
- [AIBD - American Institute of Building Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aibd-american-institute-of-building-design-pfvwus-pf~1544540709)

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 6 reviews**

*Aspect averages:*
- Work Quality: 50.0
- Communication: 50.0
- Value: 50.0

### All 6 reviews

**★★★★★ — Paul McKenna, Aug. 2021**

> I recently hired Shawna to help draft plans for a home remodel.  She was amazing to work with throughout the process!  She helped create a design for our new house and added insight into how to make the plans as efficient as possible.  I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a design professional!

**★★★★★ — Scott Watson, Feb. 2018**

> Shawna has done the plans for several of my costumers and done a great job. I will definitely be using her in the furture.

**★★★★★ — K & K Companies LLC, Feb. 2018**

> As a builder of custom homes and major remodel projects the need for a strong team from concept to completion is paramount. As we moved from preliminary concepts to bid sets and final drawings DraftSmith was able to quickly react and provide detail drawings and plan sets quickly and accurately. As selections were made and when change was necessary they were often accomplished almost immediately.
> The complexity of the unique design of our current lake home project required a great deal of structural engineering, all requiring additional documentation and rendering. DraftSmith was able to react to ongoing input from us, our engineers and suppliers to bring the project to life.

**Comment from DraftSmith:**

> Thank you for the kind words Kent, I truly appreciate them.  The progress on the house looks great.  I can't wait to see the final product!

**★★★★★ — jacquelineeicher, Jan. 2018**

> We worked with DraftSmith to design our home.  Shawna took the time to view our home site, and met with us at our current residence for our convenience.  Shawna understood our priorities for capturing our hilltop views, our desire to keep our home accessible, and keep our home large and spacious, with simple clean lines for economical constructibility.  Also, I will note that Shawna was very easy and pleasant to work with, and was VERY quick to turn around the many revisions we made through the process, most within 1 - 2 days.  She also worked directly with our builder as needed to provide detail clarifications.  Shawna’s fees were very reasonable.  We are extremely pleased with the results of our work with Shawna and look forward to starting construction this spring.

**Comment from DraftSmith:**

> Thank you so much for your kind words.  It was a pleasure to work with you both to help create your new dream home.  I look forward to seeing the finished home later this year!

**★★★★★ — Perry Oakley, Sept. 2017**

> Highly recommend the services of Draftsmith.  She has always been prompt, helpful and thinks outside the box.  She exudes creativity and ingenious ideas when I need professional input.  Will continue to use for all of my upcoming projects.

**Comment from DraftSmith:**

> Thank you so much for your kind words Perry!  I look forward to working with you on more projects.

**★★★★★ — Sundance Builders, Aug. 2017**

> We have worked with Draftsmith for several years.  Shawna does excellent work.  Attention to detail, knows building codes, and HOA requirements.  Great service and delivers in a timely manner.  Highly recommend.

**Comment from DraftSmith:**

> Thank you Clay for the kind words!  I look forward to working with you on more projects in the future.

## Selected projects

- [Craftsman](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/craftsman-pj-vj~2712915)
  - Location: Double Oak, TX
  - Photos: 14
- [Master Suite Addition on Traditional Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/master-suite-addition-on-traditional-home-pj-vj~2652279)
  - Location: Wauwatosa, WI
  - Photos: 11
  - Description: We added a master suite with bedroom, closets and bathroom above the existing family room. This new design works great for a modern family.
- [Country Stone House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/country-stone-house-pj-vj~2712902)
  - Location: Cross Roads, TX
  - Photos: 11
- [Brick Traditional](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/brick-traditional-pj-vj~2712911)
  - Location: Highland Village, TX
  - Photos: 10
- [Brick and Stone Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/brick-and-stone-home-pj-vj~2712909)
  - Location: Corinth, TX
  - Photos: 4
- [Texas Traditional](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/texas-traditional-pj-vj~2712905)
  - Location: Corinth, TX
  - Photos: 8
- [Country House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/country-house-pj-vj~2638062)
  - Location: East Troy, WI
  - Photos: 17
  - Description: This home is all about views! It takes advantage of almost 360 degrees of breathtaking views around southeastern Wisconsin's countryside. Scott Watson Construction
- [Lake Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-home-pj-vj~2637406)
  - Location: Green Lake, WI
  - Photos: 9
  - Description: http://www.greenlaketourofhomes.com/Kent\_%26\_Karen\_Mc\_Kelvey\_Home.html
- [Modest House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modest-house-pj-vj~2638144)
  - Location: Argyle, TX
  - Photos: 3
- [Craftsman In Progress](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/craftsman-in-progress-pj-vj~2988600)
  - Location: East Troy, WI
  - Photos: 2
  - Description: Scott Watson Construction
- [Kitchen for entertaining](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchen-for-entertaining-pj-vj~6475039)
  - Location: Kenosha, WI
  - Photos: 5
- [Updated Ranch](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/updated-ranch-pj-vj~6185040)
  - Location: Brookfield, WI
  - Photos: 2
- [Craftsman Lake Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/craftsman-lake-home-pj-vj~5411140)
  - Location: Oconomowoc, WI
  - Photos: 32
  - Description: This lake home was designed to take advantage of the stunning lake views from all the floors. John Michael Homes is constructing this home on a challenging lot and Regreen Remodeling is handling the interior design for this stunning home.
- [Country Traditional](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/country-traditional-pj-vj~3145713)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
  - Description: I helped the clients re-define existing plans to create their dream home
- [Modern Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-farmhouse-pj-vj~5809314)
  - Location: Hartland, WI
  - Photos: 8
  - Description: This modern farmhouse was designed with a busy family in mind. It has been inspired by the popular farmhouse style, complete with board and batten siding and shiplap details.
- [Master Bedroom Redo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/master-bedroom-redo-pj-vj~5982397)
  - Location: Menomonee Falls, WI
  - Photos: 7
- [Basement finish out on older home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/basement-finish-out-on-older-home-pj-vj~5770276)
  - Location: Wauwatosa, WI
  - Photos: 5
- [Master Suite & Kitchen Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/master-suite-and-kitchen-addition-pj-vj~5572654)
  - Location: Brookfield, WI
  - Photos: 13
  - Description: We transformed this small home by doubling its size to work for this family on this large lot. We added a master suite, laundry room, kitchen, dining area and sunroom in the rear of this house and tried to blend it with the existing home. Ashcroft Construction did a great job achieving the addition seamlessly.
- [An Update for a Traditional Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/an-update-for-a-traditional-home-pj-vj~5642511)
  - Location: Whitefish Bay, WI
  - Photos: 8
  - Description: We updated this traditional home with a master suite addition above the first floor family room. We added a master bedroom, bathroom, complete with a stacked washer and dryer behind sliding doors, and closets. Pinnacle Home Improvements did a great job completing this project.
- [Updated Colonial home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/updated-colonial-home-pj-vj~5642522)
  - Location: Wauwatosa, WI
  - Photos: 12
  - Description: This growing family needed more space but loved their home and neighborhood so we added two more bedrooms and a gameroom above their existing garage. Pinnacle Home Improvements did a fabulous job working thru this remodel and the finished product speaks for itself.

[See all 24 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/draftsmith-pfvwus-pf~1829616565)

## Community Q&A

**Q: what is the maker and model on the windows?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Are the windows black or brown?

A: These windows were modeled after Marvin's wood/clad windows.  They are black on the exterior and white on the interior.

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-10.*