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FreeCAD is the most common solid FOSS modeler. I do not think any solid modeling system is that simple. They tend to need training and continuous use. That was my experience with SolidWorks and NX anyway.
FreeCAD is pretty capable but it's openly 3D focused and doesn't make for a great 2D only solution. However, for some simple work with remodeling, it might be fine.
The draft workbench and sketcher workbench in FreeCAD are both only for 2D projects.
Sketcher is used as the first step for an extrusion iirc but draft is what he wants. It is just more built for 3D models to be turned into drafts rather than making a draft from scratch.
I currently combine Draft, Bim and Sketcher to plan my house. You can also use Tech Draw and Part Design in some areas. I think FreeCAD has a steep learning curve with all the features it has, but it's also incredibly powerful.
Learning and using it don't are barriers.
I could draw the blueprints by hand, on paper, but doing it in a digital format will make it easier to edit, review, etc.
I'll check FreeCAD.
If you want 2D drafting like solution, look at Librecad. It seems quite good. It is 2D only.
Freecad is 3D solid modeling but there is a 2D component.