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House plans in Samburu County

Modern house plans and building designs for Maralal, Baragoi, Archers Post and Wamba, from flat roof bungalows and maisonettes to rental apartments, schools and churches. Our architects design for Samburu County's a hot, dry, semi-arid to arid climate with intense sun and scarce water, and the site visit is free.

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Designing for Samburu

  • Keep the heat out: thick walls, small shaded windows on the east and west, deep verandas, courtyards and light-coloured roofs.
  • Water is precious, so every design includes rainwater harvesting and storage, and we can plan for a borehole and solar pumping.
  • Solar power is very productive here. We orient the roof to carry panels and water heaters.

Popular materials here: stone, stabilised soil blocks, concrete block, and reflective roofs.

Getting plans approved in Samburu County

  1. 1Architectural & structural drawingsPrepared and signed by a registered architect and structural engineer. That's us, with the structural add-on.
  2. 2Submit to Samburu CountyThe Samburu County Government planning department reviews the drawings with your ownership documents (title deed or lease) and rates clearance.
  3. 3NCA project registrationThe contractor registers the project with the National Construction Authority before work starts.
  4. 4NEMA (larger projects)Apartments, schools, hotels and other large projects usually need an Environmental Impact Assessment licence.
  5. 5Inspections & occupation certificateCounty inspectors check the works at key stages, then issue the occupation certificate when you finish.
Estimated building costs in Samburu County (2026)
House typeSizeStandard finishPremium finish
2 bedroom bungalow85 m²KSh 3.5M – KSh 4.4MKSh 5.1M – KSh 6.4M
3 bedroom bungalow140 m²KSh 5.8M – KSh 7.3MKSh 8.4M – KSh 11M
4 bedroom bungalow205 m²KSh 8.6M – KSh 11MKSh 12M – KSh 15M
4 bedroom maisonette250 m²KSh 10M – KSh 13MKSh 15M – KSh 19M
5 bedroom maisonette350 m²KSh 15M – KSh 18MKSh 21M – KSh 26M
12-unit rental apartment960 m²KSh 40M – KSh 50MKSh 58M – KSh 72M

Indicative ranges for labour and materials, excluding land, professional fees and approvals. For an exact figure, order a Bill of Quantities or try our building cost calculator.

House plans by town in Samburu

How it works in Samburu

  1. 1

    Choose a plan or go custom

    Pick any design, or tell us your dream: bedrooms, floors, roof, and extras like a pool, gym or gazebo.

  2. 2

    Pay the site visit fee

    KSh 5,000 in Nairobi & environs, KSh 10,000–15,000 elsewhere, by M-Pesa or bank. We get your order and site location on WhatsApp instantly.

  3. 3

    Site visit & deposit

    Our architect visits your plot to check the size, slope, soil, access, views and county zoning. You pay the 50% architectural deposit at the visit.

  4. 4

    Drawings, structural & approval

    Clear the architectural balance when the drawings are done, then the structural deposit so we can submit to the county for approval.

Frequently asked questions

How much are house plans in Samburu County?+

Architectural drawings start at KSh 30,000 and are priced by floor area. Book a site visit anywhere in Samburu, pay a 50% deposit at the visit, and the balance when the drawings are done.

Do you do site visits in Maralal and Baragoi?+

Yes. The site visit is free across Samburu County, including Maralal, Baragoi, Archers Post, Wamba.

How long does plan approval take in Samburu County?+

It depends on the county's workload and on whether your documents are complete. Typically it takes 30–60 days from submission. With our approval add-on we handle the submission and follow-ups for you.

Can I get a construction loan for a house in Samburu?+

Yes. Our partner banks offer construction loans and mortgages. We provide the drawings, BQ and valuation-ready documents the bank needs. Tick 'bank financing' when you order.

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Building in Samburu? Let's design it.

Architectural drawings from KSh 30,000. Book a site visit from KSh 5,000, pay 50% at the visit, and the balance when the drawings are done. Bank financing is available.