Preliminary front elevation drawing of a Raleigh home with a new second story, two dormers, and a covered front porch

Build out or build up, in design

A second-story addition in Raleigh

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Town: Raleigh
Service: Build out or build up
Status: In design; Last updated November 2026
Typical timeline: An addition often takes 12 months or more from the start of Design to move-in.; Your timeline is set in writing during Design, before you commit to construction.
Starting price: Projects like this start at $150,000.
Design: Plans by Triangle Residential Designs, Inc., in collaboration with the Oak City Homes design team.

The project

We’re designing an 836 square foot second story for this Raleigh home, with a bedroom, a bathroom, and a rec room.

It’s designed to tie into the existing house, so it won’t look like an addition.

This project is in design. Photos of the finished work will follow when it’s complete.

What’s planned

836 square feet on a new second story
Bedroom, full bathroom, and rec room upstairs
Designed to tie into the house, so it doesn't look like an addition

Design drawings

Design drawing

Preliminary front elevation.
Design drawing

Preliminary right side elevation.
Design drawing

Preliminary rear elevation.

Let’s plan your project

Start with a free discovery call about your goals, timeline, and budget. You’ll know where you stand before you sign anything.

Start Your Project Call (919) 283-4421