Hand-Drawn Architectural Sketch (physical artwork)
Hand-Drawn Architectural Sketch (physical artwork)
Custom Hand-Drawn Architectural Sketch
A personalised, one-of-a-kind gift for home lovers, weddings, anniversaries, and milestone memories.
Each sketch is hand-drawn in ink by Architect & Illustrator Sonia Nicolson (The Reykjavik Sketcher), on premium art paper and signed. No AI, no filters, a real architectural drawing created by hand.
These commissions have been gifted for Christmas, housewarmings, engagements, graduation, first homes and travel memories, a thoughtful keepsake that lasts.
Price Options:
A6 black & white line drawing (105 × 148 mm / 4.1 × 5.8in) $150
A5 black & white line drawing (148 × 210 mm / 5.8 × 8.3in) $200
A4 black & white line drawing (210 × 297 mm / 8.3 × 11.7in) $300
How It Works:
Place your order and choose your size
Contact us with your photo and any notes
I hand-draw your sketch within 7–10 business days
Your signed original is shipped, ready to frame
Medium: Pen & ink on premium art paper
Use: Personal use only (commercial licensing available on request)
These sketches are hand-drawn by a Chartered Architect, signed, and shipped worldwide - a meaningful piece of art created with precision and care.
Frequently Asked Questions
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A: Yes. I simplify and clean the scene by default unless you request otherwise.
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A: Yes. Send all reference images with notes. I can reconstruct the view from multiple sources.
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A: I email you with a progress picture.
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A: Physical sketches are black-and-white ink by default. For full colour, choose the digital colour option or request a custom quote.
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A: Standard turnaround is 7 to 10 business days from the point I receive your photo.
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A: Yes. We recommend selecting tracked worldwide shipping for physical orders. Buyers are responsible for customs fees.
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A: No. Commissions are for personal use. For business, real estate, or social media promotion, a commercial license is available on request.
Stories behind the sketches…
“Wow, it is so beautiful it by far exceeded my expectations”
Remy, USA
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“Absolutely beautiful sketch - Sonia captured our home perfectly. It made my husband cry when he opened it!”
Emma, UK
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“The attention to detail is incredible. Sonia turned our old family house into the most stunning hand-drawn keepsake.”
Lina, Iceland
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“My husband loved it, thank you Sonia”
Gugga, Iceland
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“I absolutely love Sonia’s work! She is so talented and was really able to bring my vision to life. Absolutely love my pieces from her! Highly recommend!”
Candice, UK
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“Aww Sonia that’s amazing...You are so talented”
Cheryl, UK
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“5 stars - highly recommend”
Sigga, Iceland
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“I absolutely love our custom piece! Sonia was a dream to work with and does an absolute beautiful job! Truly love it!”
Yunker, USA
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“I highly recommend Sonia. The commission that she did for me looked lovely and she was an absolute pleasure to communicate with. Everything went smoothly and the drawing was such a hit!”






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