14.7. Drawing Building Plans Using CAD

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a site plan?

   Hint

   Think about the overall view of land and structures.

2. 2.

   Name one component of building plans.

   Hint

   Consider what you would need to include in a building layout.

3. 3.

   What is the first step in drawing a residential building plan?

   • Insert blocks
   • Draw plot boundary
   • Add dimensions

   Hint

   Consider what sets the stage for the layout.

4. 4.

   True or False: Hatching is used to represent different materials in CAD drawings.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about how you would represent materials in a drawing.

5. 5.

   Create a complete building plan using CAD software for a two-story house. Outline the individual steps needed and justify the importance of each step.

   Hint

   Remember why each step is critical in the overall drawing process.

6. 6.

   Analyze a typical residential floor plan and list its components. Explain how each contributes to the overall architectural design.

   Hint

   Consider how each element impacts the final design and user experience.