1. Symbols Architecture 1 Because there is not room, or time to draw exact drawings of every object, we use small simplified drawings that represent the item. Their meaning is clear because each symbol is universally coded throughout the architectural community.

2. Architectural Symbols Double Sink Refrigerator Bath Tub

3. Architectural Symbols Side View of Toilet Oven Water Heater

4. Architectural Symbols Dishwasher Oval Sink Faucet

5. Symbols….cont. 23: Meter 20: Clock 24: Wall Fixture 21: 110v Outlet 25: Floor Outlet 22: 220v Outlet 26: Fan Switch 8 26:

6. Symbols…. cont. Door Gas Outlet Prefab. Shower

7. Symbols… cont. Dual Pane Window Sliding Door Oven/Stove

8. From your homework….

9. Homework Cont… S Switch (2 Wire) S 3 Switch (3 Wire) S 4 Switch (4 wire) S Low Voltage Switch

10. Symbols in a different way. (With picture guide) Building Materials….

11. More Symbols….

12. Appliance Symbols

13. Heating and Cooling Built-in

14. Window Symbols

15. Door Symbols

16. Electrical Symbols Symbols on the left, with sample/actual on the right.

17. Conclusion…. Because there is not room, or time to draw exact drawings of every object, we use small simplified drawings that represent the item. Their meaning is clear because each symbol is universally coded throughout the architectural community. Understanding the various symbols allows the viewer to understand the intent of the construction documents. Become familiar with all the symbols. For our quiz, study slides 2-9. Understanding the symbols allows us to understand the meaning just by its shape.