The Professional Practice of Architectural Working Drawings

A THOROUGH, PRACTICAL, REAL-WORLD INTRODUCTION TO THE CRITICAL SKILLS OF ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING The Professional Practice of Architectural Working Drawings presents a comprehensive, highly visual introduction to the "second language" of architecture. This new fifth edition has been updated to reflect the latest BIM technology and workflows, and includes an expanded discussion of dimensioning and layering systems that align with the latest AIA standards. New case studies and sample ADA project drawings provide a real-world link between practice and production, while hundreds of expert drawings clearly communicate industry standards and techniques. * Master the foundational skills of architectural drawing including hand drafting, CAD, BIM, materials and methods, sustainability considerations, and construction documentation * Produce high-quality interior and exterior elevations to map out a project's essential details for grading, utilities, landscape, doors and windows, stairs and elevators, and other architectural features * Understand the difference in approach between new construction and alterations of existing structures, including historical preservation and restoration * Work through detailed case studies featuring schematics and working drawings for projects of different sizes, structure type, and use From the fundamentals of measurement and scale to advanced Building Information Modeling and construction documentation, The Professional Practice of Architectural Working Drawings provides a solid grounding in the essential skills of the field.