7.7. Exercise: 7.5

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a plan in architectural drawings?

   Hint

   Think about how a bird's eye view helps us see room locations.

2. 2.

   Define elevation in the context of architecture.

   Hint

   Imagine looking at a building straight on.

3. 3.

   What does an elevation drawing display?

   • The roof design
   • The floor plan
   • The façade of the building

   Hint

   Think about how you view a building from the front.

4. 4.

   True or false: A sectional elevation shows both exterior and interior appearances.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Remember, it’s like a cut-through view.

5. 5.

   Design a comprehensive plan for a multi-functional school, include at least three classrooms, a gym, a library, and necessary plumbing and electrical fixtures.

   Hint

   Use a grid layout to help you maintain scale and organization.

6. 6.

   Create a sectional view of a two-story building including the location of staircases and essential services. How might you illustrate this in detail?

   Hint

   Ensure to label each room and service for clarity.