Lecture on Blueprints and Construction Documents

Introduction to Blueprints

• No Longer Blue: Originally, blueprints were more purple because of the ammonia machine process. In the past, drawings were laid out in the sun.
• Modern Printing: Now, blueprints are printed with large Xerox machines.

Handling Blueprints

• Rolling Drawings: The incorrect method is rolling the drawing inside.
  • Title block placement allows for reading when rolled correctly.

Purpose of Blueprints/Construction Documents

• Convey Various Information:
  • Building Instructions: How to build the structures.
  • Design and Materials: Details of the design and materials.
  • Permitting: Information for city permits.
• Audience: Includes clients, subcontractors, contractors, and city officials.

Composition of Construction Documents

• Integrated Approach with Wolf 360:
  • Not just architects and engineers; subcontractors are involved early for input on plumbing, lighting, etc.

Example: Renovation and Addition Plans

• Set Composition:
  • Title Sheet: Contains general notes and city information.
  • Survey and Site Plan: Details on impervious areas, existing and new footprints.
  • Comparison: Shows existing site plan and new plan with additions.
• Plan Components:
  • Foundation, Floor, and Demolition Plans: Include what is removed and added.
  • Wall Representation: Solid lines for existing and open for new walls.
  • Electrical Layout: Details on lighting, ceiling fans, outlets.
  • Roof Plan: Includes hips and ridges, structural notes.
  • Elevations: Visual representation of the final look.
  • Structural Details and Wall Sections: Additional structural information.

Importance of Interrelated Documents

• Comprehensive Understanding: Requires looking at multiple sheets for a full understanding.
  • Example: Window details on different sheets show trimming and integration into walls.