Interpret drawings of domestic structures

Drawing Layout The drawings on the next two pages show how a construction drawing can be laid out to show the relationship of the plan drawing to the various elevations. The plan should normally be directly underneath the front elevation. The section drawing should be in line with the front elevation so that the vertical spacing of windows can easily be achieved and the ridge height identified. Drawings are normally printed on A1 sheets at a scale of 1:50 or 1:100. You may also include enlarged views of special details such as chimney flashing, head or sill details etc. A high standard of presentation should always be achieved including using different line type thicknesses. The lines shown in green will be printed out black but at a line type thickness of 0.15 The scale should always shown on the drawing.

Drawing set up

Reading dimensions from drawings. What is the over length and width of this house? If you to walk in the back door of this house what room would you walk into?

Reading dimensions from drawings. What is the length and width of the family room? What is the length and width of the downstairs toilet? What is the total length of the utility, kitchen and dining room? How many room are the ground floor of this house ?

Reading dimensions from drawings. What is the width and height of the window above the front door ? What is the floor to ceiling height of the first floor. ?

Jamb Detail

Head Detail

Sill Detail