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Calgary residential design
Infill and Semi-Detached Home Design in Calgary
Create a home that suits your life and makes the most of your property.
Calgary infill design · Elbow Park · North Glenmore
Amaya Design · North Glenmore Residence
Start with the way you live
A considered plan.
A comfortable home.
Amaya Design creates custom single-family and semi-detached infill homes in Calgary's established neighbourhoods. Our Elbow Park and North Glenmore projects show how the site layout, floor plans and exterior come together, with careful attention to natural light, privacy, storage and everyday comfort.
Whether you are replacing an older house or exploring a new home on an existing lot, we help you turn your ideas into a clear design.
Room for daylight
Windows and room depths considered together.
Space for privacy
Sightlines, entrances and outdoor spaces that work.
A plan for your property
A layout shaped by your lot and daily routines.
01 / Single-family infill design
A Home That Belongs on Your Lot
The result should feel personal, comfortable and well suited to its neighbourhood.
Building in an established neighbourhood means working with what is already there. Nearby homes, mature trees, street frontage, lot dimensions and access all influence the possibilities.
We begin with your property and the way you want to live. From there, we develop a single-family home that responds to both.
You may want a kitchen that opens to the backyard, a quiet office away from busy rooms, more space for gathering or a main-floor bedroom for future needs. These priorities shape the layout from the start.
Our infill design work considers:
- Where the home sits on the lot.
- Room sizes, furniture placement and movement between spaces.
- Window locations for daylight and privacy.
- Stairs, storage and garage connections.
- Front entrances and the home's relationship to the street.
- Outdoor areas connected to the rooms that use them.
- Exterior proportions, materials and details.
Two individual homes.
One coordinated design.
02 / Designed together, lived in separately
Semi-Detached Home Design
A semi-detached project needs two homes to work well within one coordinated building.
Each residence needs a welcoming entrance, practical rooms, useful storage and a sense of privacy. We look at both homes together while considering how each side relates to sunlight, neighbouring properties and outdoor space.
Matching layouts can be useful, but they are not always the best answer. Different orientations or site conditions may call for changes to windows, entrances or room arrangements.
We consider:
- Clear, separate entrances.
- Comfortable living spaces on each side.
- Window placement and views between homes.
- Stairs and efficient circulation.
- Storage, laundry and everyday household needs.
- Parking, garage and property access.
- Private outdoor areas.
- Coordination of shared construction and required consultant information.
We develop the plans and exterior together so the building feels cohesive while each home works for the people living there.
03 / The details of daily life
Thoughtful Luxury Infill Design
Luxury is found in the spaces you enjoy every day.
It may be a bright kitchen with room to gather, a quiet primary suite, a carefully detailed stair or a sheltered terrace that extends the living space outdoors. It also comes from less visible choices: useful storage, comfortable room proportions and a layout that makes daily routines easier.
We explore features that suit your priorities and property. These may include:
- Open-to-above spaces and distinctive stairs.
- Larger windows positioned for light, views and privacy.
- Pantries and kitchen layouts suited to cooking and hosting.
- Offices and flexible rooms.
- Balconies, terraces and covered outdoor spaces.
- Exterior materials chosen for a consistent design.
Every feature needs to earn its place in the plan. We consider its effect on space, budget and technical coordination as the design develops.
Read the site before drawing the plan
Understanding Your Infill Lot
A property's dimensions are only the starting point. Two lots of similar size can lead to very different homes.
Corner lot
Entrances, privacy, street-facing elevations and vehicle access
Sloping land
Floor levels, garage placement and connections to outdoor space
Close neighbouring homes
Window positions, sightlines and daylight
Lane access
Garage location, parking and movement between the lane and home
Mature landscaping
The relationship between trees, building placement and usable yard space
We review the available information before committing to a layout. Where further investigation or specialist advice is needed, those questions are identified as the project develops.
From the Amaya portfolio
Selected Calgary Infill Projects
Elbow Park Custom Home
This corner-lot design brings together a drive-under garage and a terrace above it. An open-to-above entrance introduces daylight into the centre of the home.
The plan includes gathering spaces, a kitchen and butler's kitchen, and an office connected to a side terrace. Upstairs, the primary suite has a private balcony overlooking the tree-lined street.
North Glenmore Residence
North Glenmore Residence brings French-inspired details to a Calgary infill site. White brick, black windows, dormers and a front porch give the exterior its character.
A terrace above the entrance creates a setback over the porch, while a barrel-vaulted feature carries the curved design inside.
A clear scope from the start
What Our Design Service Includes
Your drawing scope is agreed for your project. Depending on your needs and the property, our work can include:
- Reviewing available surveys, drawings and site information.
- Developing site layouts and floor-plan options.
- Designing exterior elevations.
- Refining room dimensions, windows, stairs and storage.
- Preparing the agreed permit drawing package.
- Coordinating design information with your builder and required consultants.
We discuss responsibilities at the beginning so you understand what Amaya prepares and where other professional input is needed.
Planning and Permits
Local requirements are an important part of infill design. They can affect the home's placement, height, building form, parking and access.
We review the planning context for your property while the design is developing. This helps identify the approvals and supporting information that may be needed.
We check the property's current land use district before developing a proposal. A zoning designation alone does not confirm that a particular layout, subdivision or number of homes will be approved.
Special programs, including Calgary's Infill Fast Track Program, apply only to eligible projects. Any program eligibility needs to be checked separately against current requirements.
Understanding R-C1, R-C2 and R-CG Zoning
R-C1
Single-detached homes
The Residential – Contextual One Dwelling district provides for single-detached redevelopment that responds to the existing neighbourhood.
R-C2
Single, semi-detached and duplex homes
The Residential – Contextual One / Two Dwelling district accommodates these housing forms, subject to the parcel and applicable development rules.
R-CG
Grade-oriented infill
This district accommodates single-detached and semi-detached homes as well as rowhouses and townhouses. The proposed form still needs to meet the applicable rules and approval requirements.
Calgary's citywide rezoning repeal changes took effect on August 4, 2026, with exemptions for certain properties. Do not rely on an older listing or assume every infill lot is zoned R-CG. Check the current designation and rules for the exact address with the City before making a purchase or design decision.
Planning guidance checked October 6, 2026. Confirm current requirements for your property with the City.
From first conversation to drawings
How We Work
- 01
Discuss Your Goals
We begin with your property, priorities and the type of home you want to create. Available surveys, drawings and photographs help establish the starting point.
- 02
Explore Design Options
We test the home's placement, layout, entrances, building form and outdoor connections. Early options help you compare possibilities before the details are fixed.
- 03
Develop the Selected Design
We refine the plans and exterior together, working through dimensions, windows, stairs, rooflines and materials.
- 04
Prepare the Drawing Package
We develop the agreed drawings and coordinate the information needed from your builder and consultants for the project's next stage.
Where We Work
Elbow ParkNorth GlenmoreAltadoreMarda LoopMount PleasantKillarneyWest HillhurstBridgelandRichmondSouth CalgaryInglewoodBowness
Our infill portfolio includes homes in Elbow Park and North Glenmore. We offer single-family and semi-detached design across Calgary's established neighbourhoods, including Altadore, the Marda Loop area, Mount Pleasant, Killarney, West Hillhurst, Bridgeland, Richmond, South Calgary, Inglewood and Bowness.
The street, lot and neighbouring homes matter as much as the community name. We review the property conditions and City requirements for each proposed infill, from window placement and privacy to parking and outdoor space.
Send us the property address and a short description of your plans to start the conversation.
Before you begin
Helpful Infill Planning Guides
Learn more about the questions worth considering before your design is fixed.
Common Questions
What is an infill home?
An infill home is a new home built on a vacant or redeveloped property within an established community. It may replace an older house or use a lot that has not yet been developed.
Do you design both single-family and semi-detached homes?
Yes. We develop single-family and semi-detached home designs around the property, local requirements and your project brief.
Can you help before we purchase a lot?
We can review available property information and identify design questions that may affect your plans. Some matters require further investigation or advice from the relevant professionals before you make a purchase decision.
How do you bring daylight into a narrow home?
We consider window placement, room depth, orientation and nearby buildings together. Stair openings, front and rear glazing, and upper-level spaces may also help, depending on the design.
Can you work with our builder?
Yes. We can coordinate design information with your selected builder and the consultants required for the project. Roles and deliverables are agreed for each job.
Which Calgary communities do you serve for infill design?
We offer infill and semi-detached design across Calgary's established neighbourhoods, including Elbow Park, North Glenmore, Altadore, the Marda Loop area, Mount Pleasant, Killarney, West Hillhurst, Bridgeland, Richmond, South Calgary, Inglewood and Bowness. Our portfolio includes Elbow Park and North Glenmore projects. Send us your property address so we can discuss the site and your plans.
Does R-C2 or R-CG zoning guarantee approval for my infill?
No. R-C2 accommodates single-detached, semi-detached and duplex homes; R-CG also accommodates rowhouses and townhouses. Your proposal must be assessed against the property's current designation, applicable development rules and required approvals. Calgary's citywide rezoning repeal changes took effect on August 4, 2026, with exemptions for certain properties, so an older listing may not reflect the current zoning.
How long does the design process take?
Timing depends on the scope, available property information, design decisions, consultant input and municipal requirements. We discuss the schedule once these factors are better understood.
What information should we send?
Start with the property address, any available survey or real property report, existing drawings and photographs. Tell us whether you are considering a single-family or semi-detached home, along with your main priorities and any municipal feedback already received.
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Your property. Your next chapter.
Let's Plan Your Infill Home
Tell us about your property and the home you want to create.
Whether you are exploring a single-family infill or a semi-detached project, we can discuss the design work, information and next steps needed to move forward.