A hallmark of this best-seller is its step-by-step instructions for the design and layout of each type of drawing associated with a complete set of architectural plans, with projects that can be completed using either CAD or manual drawing methods. Readers will come away with the knowledge needed to complete each of the drawings required by most municipalities to obtain a building permit for a single-family residence. Comprehensive coverage also explores the field of commercial drafting, as well as basic materials used for construction, common construction methods, and drawings typically associated with commercial construction. 1008 pp.

Features:

• Fully up-to-date color photos, CAD-generated drawings, detailed floor plans, plus architectural sketches and renderings focus readers on key architectural design principles and increase comprehension for visual learners
• Sketches and drawings are the work of professional drafters, designers, architects, and engineers, and are showcased to provide alternative presentation methods as used in industry
• Expanded coverage of green construction is featured, including up-to-the-minute information on the best and latest environmentally-friendly construction materials and techniques
• Back-of-book CD includes video clips with audio introductions for 30 key concepts and review questions
• Listings of key Web sites relevant to each subject area are provided in select chapters for future reference
• Now featuring an electronic version of the workbook for added research and practice problems

Architectural Drafting and Design - Table of Contents:

• Preface
• Acknowledgments
• SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION TO ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING
  • Professional Architectural Careers, Office Practices, and Opportunities
  • Architectural Drafting Equipment
  • Drafting Media and Reproduction Methods
  • Sketching and Orthographic Projection
  • Architectural Lines and Lettering
  • Computer-Aided Design and Drafting in Architecture
• SECTION 2 RESIDENTIAL DESIGN
  • Building Codes and Interior Design
  • Room Relationships and Sizes
  • Exterior Design Factors
  • Conservation and Environmental Design and Construction
  • Site Orientation
• SECTION 3 SITE PLAN
  • Legal Descriptions and Site Plan Requirements
  • Site Plan Layout
• SECTION 4 FLOOR PLAN
  • Floor Plan Symbols
  • Floor Plan Dimensions and Notes
  • Floor Plan Layout
• SECTION 5 SUPPLEMENTAL FLOOR PLAN DRAWINGS
  • Electrical Plans
  • Plumbing Plans
  • Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning
• SECTION 6 ROOF PLANS
  • Roof Plan Components
  • Roof Plan Layout
• SECTION 7 ELEVATIONS
  • Introduction to Elevations
  • Elevation Layout and Drawing Techniques
  • Millwork and Cabinet Technology, Cabinet Elevation, and Layout
• SECTION 8 FRAMING METHODS AND PLANS
  • Framing Methods
  • Structural Components
  • Design Criteria for Structural Loading
  • Sizing Joists and Rafters
  • Determining Beam Sizes
  • Drawing Framing Plans
• SECTION 9 FOUNDATION PLANS
  • Foundation Systems
  • Floor Systems and Foundation Support
  • Foundation Plan Layout
• SECTION 10 WALL SECTIONS AND DETAILS
  • Sectioning Basics
  • Section Layout
  • Alternative Layout Techniques
  • Stair Construction and Layout
  • Fireplace Construction and Layout
• SECTION 11 ARCHITECTURAL RENDERING
  • Presentation Drawings
  • Perspective Drawing Techniques
  • Rendering Methods for Perspective Drawings
• SECTION 12 GENERAL CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS
  • Construction Specifications
  • Construction Supervision Procedures
• SECTION 13 COMMERCIAL DRAFTING
  • Building Codes and Commercial Design
  • Common Commercial Construction Materials
  • Commercial Construction Projects
  • Structural Drafting
• Appendix A
• Appendix B
• Appendix C
• Appendix D
• Abbreviations
• Glossary
• Index