3 BUILDING DESIGN ARCHITECTURAL CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS Architectural design brief The architectural design is the beginning of the design process. It is prepared by an architect and includes the characteristics of the project, the kind of work involved and the choice of building materials, described according to the budget of the client. brief 1 Architectural drawings Architectural drawings provide a guideline for how a structure should be built. Today all the architectural drawings are prepared using computer design software such as and programmes. Sometimes architectural models can be used. AutoCAD, BIM rendering 1 : this shows the site of a house on the property in its context and outlines the location of , , roads and , and even topographical data that specify the of the terrain. Site plan utility services easements walkways slope : this specifies room sizes and wall lengths, all the doors and windows and any elements, such as and (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning) system. Floor plans usually include notes to specify , construction methods or symbols for electrical items. Floor plan built-in plumbing fixtures HVAC finishes : this includes front, and both right and left elevations, which specify , exterior finishes, and other details that are necessary to give the home its exterior architectural styling. Elevation plan rear side ridge heights roof pitches : it is a vertical plan drawing showing the internal features of the building, such as the staircase. Section plan 2 Architectural drawings usually contain additional information such as: , including dimensions and locations; foundation plans that show information about power, lighting and communication systems; electrical and telecom drawings that include the network of water and gas supply pipes, and the (Drain-Waste-Vent) system; plumbing drawings DWV for the remote control of lighting, heating, ventilation, air conditioning and security. home automation plans Building permit Before the opening of the , a " " must be obtained by the appropriate authorities according to a "building code" that establishes regulations for the construction, and maintenance of a structure. construction yard Building Permit remodelling WARM UP Have you ever prepared any architectural drawings at school with your teacher? If so, what kind of design did you prepare? MORE The architect is the supervisor of the construction of a building. 1 DO What is an ‘ ’? How can you translate the expression into Italian? 1 architectural model ► How to Draw House Plans, Floor Plans DrawingNow posted by