Architectural drawing is the special language of architects for building design. It conveys size, form, materials, and dimensions to contractors. Drawing requires less extreme accuracy than mechanical drawing
Architectural illustrators create visual representations of building plans. Earliest known architectural plan dates back to 2200 BC. Tutorials cover both pencil and CGI methods
Architect's scales use inch-to-foot ratios, most common is 1/4" = 1'. Metric scales use same units, indicating drawing size relative to object. Common ratios: 1:100 for larger buildings, 1:50 for smaller ones
Mechanical style drawings include Geneva Cam and Plate2 2002. Architectural style drawings feature Boldt Castle Gazebo and Manor Garden Shed. Signature Series presents real-life project examples for practice
Orthographic drawing represents 3D objects using multiple 2D planes. Essential for artists to visualize objects in 3D space. Used in cartography and computer graphics for accurate measurements
Straight-run stairs are simplest form, limited to 12 feet height. L-shaped stairs can be with landing, winders, or offset winders. U-shaped stairs work best in small spaces. Spiral stairs are common but not allowed in codes. Curved stairs can meet code requirements if center diameter large enough