If you’ve been searching for architect-designed Scandinavian house plans that combine timeless Nordic style with practical buildability, you’ve come to the right place. Finnish Architect is all about making professional-quality home design accessible anywhere in the world — instantly, in both PDF and DWG files.
I’m Tuomas, a Finnish architect with about two decades of experience designing homes, renovations, and restoration projects. Over the years, my work has been driven by a personal passion for creating architecture that carries the clarity, warmth, and honesty often described as Scandinavian. For me, Finnish Architect is a way to share that spirit — to invite others to discover the Nordic soul through designs that are functional, and deeply connected to place, while also being practical, cost- effective, and straightforward to build.
Why I Started Finnish Architect
In the world of home design, many people face a choice between two extremes:
- Mass-market house packages — often linked to a specific manufacturer, which can limit options for materials or customization.
- Custom designs from scratch — highly personalized and unique, but they usually require more time and a larger budget, and finding the right architect can be challenging.
Finnish Architect offers a middle path. My architect-designed sketch plans give you a fully thought-out concept — with correct proportions, logical layouts, and authentic Nordic style — without locking you into a single builder or method. And if you want something truly your own, we can develop a fully customized architectural design, either starting from one of the existing models or creating something entirely outside the box.
What’s Included in Every Download
Every house plan package comes in two formats:
- PDF files — perfect for printing, sharing, and reviewing. They include scaled floor plans, elevations, and sections with accurate dimensions. The drawings clearly show the building’s main overall dimensions, door and window sizes, as well as room sizes and floor areas.
- DWG files — editable in CAD software, allowing your local architect, engineer, or builder to adapt the design for permits, construction, or site-specific changes.
If you’d like to dive deeper into the details, I’ll be covering exactly what’s included in each download — from the formats and measurements to how you can use them in planning, permits, and construction — in an upcoming post. Stay tuned.
Why Scandinavian House Plans Are Different
Scandinavian design is more than a style — it’s a way of thinking about space. Finnish homes, for example, often minimize traditional hallways, instead creating an entry room that functions as a dedicated space for coats, shoes, and seasonal gear. Room layouts are efficient, light is carefully considered, and every square foot serves a purpose.
Start your project with these designs, and you’ll have a cost-effective layout shaped by daily life and practical details — ready to adapt to your lifestyle and location.
What You’ll Find in This Blog
This blog will grow into a resource for anyone interested in Scandinavian architecture, home building, and smart design choices. Upcoming articles will cover:
How to compare contractor quotes using the same house plan
- Tips for preparing a building permit application with a sketch plan
- The difference between sketch plans and full construction drawings
- Design inspiration and customization ideas
- And much more — from reader requests to ideas that deserve to be shared
Stay tuned — the first articles are already being prepared, and new posts will be added regularly.
Ready to Start Your Nordic Home Journey?
Great homes begin with great plans. Whether you’re sketching your first ideas or fine-tuning the final details, Finnish Architect gives you a solid starting point.