Architectural drawings are detailed, scaled technical illustrations that show the layout, design, dimensions, and construction details of a building
Main Types of Architectural Drawings
- Floor plans: A top-down view showing the arrangement of rooms, walls, doors, and windows on a specific level.
- Elevations: A straight-on, two-dimensional view of an exterior facade or interior wall.
- Sections: A vertical slice or cut-through view that reveals the internal structure and layer relationships of a building.
- Site plans: A broad overview placing the structure within its surrounding property, boundaries, and landscape.
- 3D Renderings: Perspective or volumetric drawings that help stakeholders visualize the finished aesthetic.