Construction plans encompass a set of drawings that illustrate the details of what is intended to be built to gain an idea of how the final construction will look like once completed. Several types of drawings are used by the AEC industry, such as working drawings, plans, blueprints, and more.

Here are a few of the most popular drawings that construction project managers prefer using during commercial constructions.

 #1 Architectural Drawings

Numerous drawings might generate a complete view of the building, but none can match the features and benefits offered by 2D and 3D architectural renderings. Essentially, construction drawings based on 3D models enable designers and architects to articulate more precise drawings for the subcontractors.

Architectural drawings are technical renditions for a project that relates specifically to architecture. These drawings have historically been made on paper with ink, and expensive printers are required to make copies. Contemporary architecture designers still relying on tremendous amounts of paper should save time and costs by shifting to a digital ecosystem.

#2 Structural Drawings

Dedicated to providing an eclectic view of the structures involved in a particular project, structural drawings are prepared by experts using inputs from the architectural drawings. These distinct drawings emphasize framing materials, steel beams, joists, and more. However, keep in mind that they do not include other details, such as mechanical systems, surface finishes, plumbing, partition walls, or more.

#3 Electrical Drawings

Electrical drawings entail detailed data about conductors, wiring, circuits, power, capacitors, transformers, and lighting, and more within the project. They include a comprehensive physical layout of the components and wires planned in the interior of the building and also the power grid outside.

#4 Sanitary And Plumbing Drawings  

From systems that pump water to and from the building to drainage, pipes, location of gas, size of sinks, and equipment, a lot of details are carefully illustrated in plumbing or sanitary drawings. They also indicate the process of connecting various accessories to the fixtures and piping systems for the water supply.

#5 Finishing Drawings

Details about the appearance and finishing that will be used to complete the project are mention in this type of drawing. They entail various elements such as the shape of the false ceilings, flooring pattern, elevation decisions, plastering texture, and more.

It is critical to understand that there is no standard rule for what drawings are required for a project’s completion, as these drawings are typically generated on a fit-the-need basis. However, an alarming fact is that these massively produced documents are primarily the reason behind drags in the construction industry.