What is Architectural Drawing ?
An architectural drawing or architect's drawing is a technical drawing of a building (or building project) that falls within the definition of architecture and are used by architects and others for a number of purposes.
STAGES OF AN ARCHITECTURAL PROJECT
• Project Brief
• Schematic Design
• Design Development
• Bill Of Quantities
• Construction
• Maintenance
PROJECT BRIEF
An architectural project brief is a statement of client's requirements, which form the basis for
appointing an architect. The brief describes the requirements that need to be reconciled
and accommodated.
SKETCH
A rapidly executed freehand drawing.
A quick way to record and develop an idea.
PROJECT BRIEF : SKETCH
DIAGRAM
• may be drawn freehand.
• deals with symbols.
• e.g. bubble diagram
SCHEMATIC DESIGN : DIAGRAM
Function of diagrams :
• to develop, explore, and communicate ideas and solutions
• can be used to show spatial relationships• can also used to represent the flows
SCHEMATIC DESIGN : DIAGRAM
PRELIMINARY DRAWING
• prepared in the early phase of building design
• includes plans, elevation, orthographic projections.
SCHEMATIC DESIGN : PRELIMINARY DRAWING
Function of Conceptual Drawing :
• to give an overview of the project and its footprint
• to show a concept behind a design
SCHEMATIC DESIGN
Function of Preliminary Drawing :
• To explore design concepts, material selection and a basis for the preparation of finished working drawings
SCHEMATIC DESIGN