1. Building Drawing

2. Elevations Building Drawing and Sectional Views Building Symbols
and Conventions
Insulation (helps
to stop heat loss)
Standard conventions and symbols make it easier for
people to interpret and understand technical information.
Ceiling joist
ELEVATION
END ELEVATION
Enlarged SECTION XX
Wall Plate
(made from wood)
Window
Brick (cavity wall)
Floor
Concrete (foundation)
Ground level

3. Types of Views, Plans and Scales
Building Drawing
Types of Views, Plans and Scales
Site plans show the site boundary and
the outline of the proposed development.
Other information can include, trees, drainage
the north pointing arrow and contour lines.
Two point perspective views
are used to promote and sell new
properties. This type of view gives
a realistic impression of the house.
Location plans identifies the location
of a ‘new’ building related to other
buildings and surrounding area.
Contour
lines
Slope
Plot2
Harlow Road
Merlin Street
North
pointing
arrow
Location Plan
Scale 1:1000
(Normally drawn
to a scale of 1:1250)
Site Plan
Tree
Scale1: 200

4. Types of Plans and Scales and Symbols
Building Drawing
Types of Plans and Scales and Symbols
Symbols
Socket
Sink R/H Bowl
Lamp
Shower Tray
Switch WC
Fluorescent Lamp
Wash Basin
Door
Bath
Window
Floor Plan Scale 1:50

5. Building Drawing Revision of Symbols and Convensions Bath Socket
Radiator
Switch WC
(water closet)
Brick
In Line
Valve
Lamp
Shower
Tray
Insulation
Fluorescent
Lamp
Crossover
Sawn Wood
Wash
Basin
Door
Junctions
Concrete
Sink Top
(R/H bowl)
Window

6. Building Drawing Revision of Plans, Scales and Symbols Floor Plan
Used by builders, plumbers,
bricklayers, electricians and joiners.
Scale 1:50
Location Plan
Two Point perspective View
Harlow Road
Merlin Street
North Pointing
Arrow
Scale 1:1000 or 1250
Site Plan
Used to promote
and sell a house
Shows the surrounding housing
and environment in the immediate
area close to the proposed site.
Shows trees, contour lines
and boundaries related to
the proposed plot site.
Scale 1:200