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How to Get a House Map Designed with AutoCAD: A Complete Guide

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How to Design a House Map Using AutoCAD – Step-by-Step Guide (With Real Example)

Introduction

AutoCAD is the most widely used software in Pakistan for professional house planning. Whether you’re building a 5 marla house in Lahore or a 1 kanal villa in Islamabad, your architect most likely uses AutoCAD for precision and speed.

In this complete guide, we’ll walk you through:

  • What is AutoCAD & why it’s used

  • Step-by-step process for designing a house map

  • A real project example (5 Marla)

  • Visuals, tips & free downloadable DWG/PDF plan

🔧 What is AutoCAD and Why It’s Used in House Planning?

AutoCAD is a 2D/3D computer-aided design software developed by Autodesk. In house planning, it’s used for:

  • Creating floor plans

  • Drafting site layouts

  • Preparing elevation drawings

  • Structural & plumbing detailing

  • Generating printable working drawings

In Pakistan, 90% of architects and draftsmen use AutoCAD to prepare:
✅ LDA/CDA-approved plans
✅ Municipal approval submissions
✅ Construction blueprints for contractors

📐 Step-by-Step Process to Create a House Map in AutoCAD

🧩 1. Client Requirements Gathering

  • Plot size (e.g. 25×45 ft)

  • Room requirements (e.g. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths)

  • Local authority bylaws (setbacks, coverage ratio)

✍️ 2. Start with Rough Sketch

  • Use paper or AutoCAD to make bubble layout

  • Mark placement of bedrooms, lounge, stairs, kitchen

📏 3. Open AutoCAD & Setup Drawing Units

  • Set units to architectural (feet/inches or mm)

  • Set limits (matching plot size)

  • Use layers: walls, furniture, doors, plumbing, electric

🧱 4. Wall Drawing

  • Use polyline tool to draw walls (usually 9” thick in residential homes)

  • Mark doors/windows

🚪 5. Insert Doors & Windows

  • Use blocks or draw custom ones

  • Add dimensions (linear, aligned)

🧰 6. Add Plumbing + Electric Layout

  • Use different layers and colors for these utilities

  • Place switchboards, fans, geysers, pipes

📄 7. Add Title Block + Final Touch

  • Insert title block with client name, architect name, scale, drawing no.

  • Print using layout tab → Plot settings (PDF or DWG format)

📊 Case Study: 5 Marla House Plan in AutoCAD

Project Brief:

  • Location: Lahore (LDA zone)

  • Plot: 25 x 45 ft

  • Requirements: 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Kitchen, Lounge

Features:

  • Ground + First Floor

  • Covered Area: 1900 sqft

  • Bylaws followed: 5 ft front setback, 3 ft back, 1.5 ft sides

🆓 Download: Free Sample Plan (PDF + DWG)

Get our ready-to-use 5 Marla AutoCAD Plan
📎 [Download Now] 
Includes:
✅ Ground Floor
✅ Furniture layout
✅ Plumbing + Electric plan
✅ PDF & DWG format

💡 Tips for Beginners & Architects

  • Always use layers to organize your drawing

  • Keep a copy of original file before making major edits

  • Use snapping tools and object tracking to speed up precision

  • Save your files frequently to avoid data loss

  • For authority approvals, always include title block & signature line

📥 Bonus: Free AutoCAD Title Block Template

👉 [Download Title Block Template (DWG)]
Includes space for:

  • Project name

  • Drawing number

  • Revision history

  • Scale and approvals

📌 Final Words

AutoCAD is not just software; it’s the language of construction professionals. Whether you are a student, architect, or homeowner, learning its basics can help you understand your project better and ensure faster approvals.

Naksha Nigar provides ready-to-approve house plans in DWG, PDF, and 3D formats with expert guidance.

📞 Need Help Designing Your House Plan?

✅ PEC/CDA/LDA/BDA Approved Drawings
✅ Fast Turnaround & Editable Files
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