Detailing of a structure follows the design development phase of architectural CAD design. It forms the foundation for implementation for the engineer and requires relationships between various elements involved in the structure and its design to be kept in mind.
Initial Point to Start Off Detailing
- Motive of the Detailing - The entire information carried in a detailed drawing should work towards facilitating execution.
- Options - The various permutations and combinations of detailing can be developed with regards to the subject, its specification, joinery and materials etc.
- Notations - The detailing has to include materials, specifications etc represented by way of notations on the drawing. Layering Standards - In case of using AutoCAD, layering standards have to be adhered to.
- Visual Clarity - Keeping all of the above in mind, the detailed drawing should be represented clearly and comprehensively to all involved in the development process. It serves as a mirror for the architect to review his design.
Technical Representation for Detailing
- Understanding The Structure - Creating plans, elevations and section details for the structure.
- Understanding The Material - The material to be used in construction needs to be borne in mind while detailing.
- Joinery - The relationship between the different angles of the materials used plays a pivotal role in the detailing of a structure.
- Pragmatic Relevance - The practicality in the implementation of the detailing justifies the extent of the detailing dealt with.
- Representation - Has to be accurate, drawn to scale, dimensioned, understandable and standardized.
- Costing - Detailing helps in derive the exact cost of the implementation of the subject of the details.
Architectural detail drawing serves as a mirror for the architect to review his design. The detailed drawing should be represented clearly and comprehensively to all involved in the development process.
