4 April 2026

process & updates

Written by:

Jonathan Elmore

The Basics Delivered

Not every project calls for a 30-sheet construction document package. Sometimes you've already found your contractor, you know what you want to build, and you just need a clean, professional set of drawings to hand off so the work can begin.

That's the whole point of our Basics package — and it's a lot more useful than people expect.

Starting at $4,000, this option gives your general contractor in Fort Smith or the surrounding area exactly what they need to price the job, pull permits where required, and build with confidence. No unnecessary extras, no inflated scope.

What's included:

Full Floor Plans — A completely dimensioned layout of every level, showing wall locations, room dimensions, furniture placement, mechanical equipment, plumbing fixtures, and electrical locations. Your builder won't have to guess where anything goes.

Simple Elevations — Exterior views of each face of the building showing window and door placement, wall heights, and overall building form. Essential for framing, exterior finishes, and getting the proportions right from the outside.

Generic Material Palettes — A curated inspiration board for finishes — flooring, exterior cladding, countertops, accent materials — to give your project a cohesive design direction and give you a starting point for conversations with your contractor about selections.

Who is this package for?

Homeowners in Fort Smith, Greenwood, Barling, or Van Buren who already have a trusted builder and just need professional drawings to move forward. People who know what they want and don't need extensive design hand-holding. Anyone looking for a cost-effective option that still produces something your contractor can actually build from.

If your scope is more complex — intricate details, multiple design phases, engineering coordination, or a client representation need — our Full Service package is probably the better fit. But if the basics delivered well is what you need, that's exactly what this is built for.



Design Intelligence Studio is a full-service architectural design firm serving Fort Smith, Arkansas and the River Valley region. We specialize in design consultations, 3D architectural visualizations, construction drawing sets, and community-focused design work.