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Building Design & Drawing Notes for Civil Engineering

Building design and drawing encompass technical drawings that consist of ideas, concepts, planning, and the construction process, proposing solutions before commencing any building development. Architectural drawing or building design and drawing adhere to construction industry standards that vary depending on the country. These notes aid civil engineers and architects in scheduling, budgeting, and cover all aspects of building design and drawing including survey drawings, record drawings, and working drawings. Architectural plans for buildings can be presented pictorially or through diagrams to describe the complete building structure, spaces, dependencies, and required materials.

This resource is beneficial for civil engineers, building architects, house plan consultants, and civil engineering students looking to enhance their architectural design and drawing skills.

It covers essential topics with corresponding visuals in chapters outlined below:

1. Chapter 1 Drawing of Building Elements:
   1. Types of Footing
   2. Open Foundation
   3. Raft Foundation
   4. Grillage
   5. Pile and Well Foundation
   6. Doors and Windows
   7. Lintels and Arches
   8. Stairs and Staircase
2. Chapter 2 Building Planning:
   1. Provisions of National Building Code
   2. Building Bye-laws
   3. FAR Terminology
3. Chapter 3 Building Services:
   1. Introduction of Building Services like Water Supply and Drainage
   2. Electrification
   3. Ventilation and Lighting, Staircases
   4. Fire Safety
   5. Thermal Insulation
   6. Acoustics of buildings
4. Chapter 4 Design and Drawing of Building:
   1. Location Drawings and General Arrangement Drawings
   2. Elevations
   3. Assembly Drawings
   4. Component Drawings
   5. Projections
   6. Working Drawings
5. Chapter 5 Perspective Drawing:
   1. Perspective DrawingPoint and Two-Point PerspectivesEnergy Efficient BuildingsThe Building Design & Drawing notes are tailored for both regular studies and competitive exams for civil engineering aspirants.