Construction Drawings

These drawings provide all the information, both graphic and written, about the project. It is specific information. For example, the paint colour to be applied to the walls will be listed by manufacturers name, phone number, the paint color number and name, and type of finish (latex, enamel) to be used.

Specific information is given about everything in the project. Walls, doors, furniture, equipment, lighting, outlets, demolition and so on, are all described in detail.

This information is explained through floor plans, interior or exterior elevations, reflected ceiling plans and detail drawings. Standard drawing symbols are used to cross reference information. Click on the following headings for a brief description.

Construction Drawing Components
Millwork
Standard Drawing Symbols

This set of drawings is used for pricing the project. Two or more general contractors are provided with the same set of drawings. This way everyone has the same information and it is fair to all. No one general contractor has any more or less information than the other one when pricing.

This set of drawings must also be submitted to the local building department. A building permit is issued after the drawings are checked and approved by the department.

The set of drawings can be large, 30 or more drawings, or small, 15 drawings. This all depends on the type of project. A shopping centre would require many drawings. A home renovation a smaller set.

An interior designer or architect is qualified to create this set of drawings for the owner.

Construction drawings are considered to be a legal document. Everyone involved in the project, the owner, the interior designer or architect, and the general contractor, all use these drawings as their source of information.

For professional computerized CAD drafting services for residential or commercial projects, click on the heading below:

CAD Design and Drafting Services

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