Space Planning for Homeowners

Plan First. Build Better.

A detailed 3D floor plan of a home showing a living room, kitchen with an island, dining room, and a cozy sunroom with seating.

Renovating means making big decisions — and protecting a big investment. Space planning isn’t just a nice-to-have. It’s a strategic investment in your renovation. A clear, well-thought-out plan helps you avoid costly mid-project changes, streamline communication with your contractor, and move forward with confidence. Using a SketchUp model, an essential tool in the planning process, we’ll explore layout options early so you can make smart, informed choices before the work begins.

Two women discussing interior design plans on a white table with printed room layouts and a silver laptop.

From layout questions to lifestyle preferences, renovations come with countless choices. Space planning helps you make those decisions with clarity, reducing surprises and second-guessing along the way.

With nearly a decade of experience in residential space planning, I’m the go-to partner when you want both creative ideas and practical solutions. I’ll help you see what’s worth changing, what’s not, and how to make every square foot count.

Design with Intention. Decide with Confidence.

Sketches of a kitchen interior with white cabinets, kitchen island with four wooden stools, windows, and ceiling lights.
Bathroom with a vanity, mirror, light fixture, and a separate shower area with gold fixtures and a clear glass partition.
Modern kitchen with gray cabinets, stainless steel refrigerator, white range stove, marble backsplash, wooden cutting board, and pink teapot on the stove.
Top view of a modern entryway with a full-length mirror, wooden slatted wall on the left, black storage cabinet with hooks, and a bench beneath the mirror.

The Process

This isn’t a one-size-fits-all template. It’s a guided, collaborative process tailored to your space and how you want to live in it.

Share your goals, timeline, and any key details. I’ll follow up with next steps, pricing, and availability.

01.

Initial Inquiry:

We’ll walk through your space, talk priorities, identify frustrations & constrains of the space. 

02.

Initial Meeting:

I’ll build a 3D model of your space in SketchUp. If you have architectural plans, we’ll use those as a base.

03.

Model Creation:

Together, we’ll explore options, adjust layouts, and make confident decisions.

04.

Collaboration:

You’ll receive your completed Space Plan with floor plans, layout options, and visuals to guide your renovation.

05.

Final Deliverables:

What Clients Say

  • "Working with Erin gave us clarity and confidence, ensuring we avoided costly changes later. "

    We reached out to Erin after struggling to find a design that met both our aesthetic and functional needs. Contractors couldn’t quite capture the vision we had in mind, so we wanted a professional who could bring fresh ideas and a creative approach. Her expertise and ability to translate our ideas into practical concepts gave us confidence to continue the project.

    Space planning helped us maximize functionality while maintaining a beautiful design. It also gave us clarity and confidence before construction began, ensuring we avoided costly changes later. The result is a design that feels thoughtfully planned for our lifestyle.

    – Brooke, Upper Arlington, Ohio

  • "I was able to visualize the possibilities of a space and determine what I liked and what I didn’t like before spending a dime on construction or procurement."

    The space planning exercise is an investment that is truly worth it because I was able to visualize the possibilities of a space and determine what I liked and what I didn’t like before spending a dime on construction or procurement. From choosing a cabinet design to where I should place a window or how high to hang a mirror, I was able to curate my space on my family’s terms. There is no better feeling.

    – Ohm, Upper Arlington, Ohio

  • "Every detail reflects Erin's expertise and commitment to quality work."

    We couldn't be happier with the bathroom space planning design provided by elh&co. Erin turned our dated "pink bathroom" into a modern, spacious and highly functional space.  Every detail, from the placement of fixtures to the choice of materials, reflects Erin's expertise and commitment to quality work. We highly recommend elh&co for anyone looking to transform their bathroom into a beautiful and practical space.

    – Kristin, Upper Arlington, Ohio

  • "Erin has been a lifeline in my project and her work and advice has been indispensable."

    I was really struggling planning the kitchen in a historic home my husband and I are renovating. I came across ELH&Co (who was helping a family member with her project) just in time!!! Erin has been a lifeline in my project and her work and advice has been indispensable. The project is moving forward thanks to Erin and she is now involved in planning the other spaces in this home for us as well.

    – Bianca, Upper Arlington, Ohio

  • "We are so impressed by what Erin did for us–She made our dream kitchen!"

    When we found elh&co we were in a battle with how to layout our kitchen. We live in a ranch home and it’s quite the fixer-upper, and we were looking for someone who was affordable and not outrageously priced. We are so impressed by what Erin did for us, she made our dream kitchen and took in account our style and used that in her renderings. It was by far the most enjoyable experience we have had during this whole process of home renovations and we will be using her designs to get started on our kitchen remodel this summer! If we need other design assistance, we are for sure calling elh&co.

    – Kimberly, Hilliard, Ohio

  • "The 3D renderings allow you to visualize your space and get an idea of the look and feel of your space as if you are in it."

    We were planning a whole house renovation and had the shell of the our space layout designed, but were really struggling with the interior layout and flow of space.

    Erin’s services are fantastic! She spent about an hour with us walking through our home, listening to what we wanted in our renovation, how we lived, and what we were hoping to get to. With that information and our architectural layout she designed a space that used our space efficiently and true to our wants and needs. She gave great guidance and input on many aspects where we needed help. I wish we had contacted her earlier in the process! I think we would have gotten to a final design much more quickly. We are now confident and ready to move forward with our renovation. Very grateful for her expertise! 

    – Jodi & Brian Bradford

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • It’s a strategic investment that saves time, money, and stress during renovation. A clear plan reduces mid-project changes and improves communication with your team.

  • Not necessarily. Many homeowners start with space planning to explore layout options first. I also collaborate with other professionals throughout the process.

  • Most projects move quickly. I usually deliver the first model within a few weeks after our initial meeting.

  • Absolutely. It’s designed to be shared with your contractor, architect, or interior designer to keep everyone aligned.

  • Yes! I have a list of trusted partners and can recommend someone who’s a good fit for your project. Whether you need a general contractor, specialty trade, or interior designer, I’m happy to make referrals based on your needs and location.