What this work involves
Sketches, application drawings and construction drawings serve different purposes. Define the documents and detail level required, and check existing dimensions first.
- Survey and existing situation
- Layout and alternatives
- Elevations and sections
- Structure and installation coordination
- Application and construction documents
Use the following design considerations when coordinating this service with a wider project. Agree which parts apply to your request.
Gather orientation, glazed area and use information for technical assessment.
What the drawing needs to explain
Record window orientation, opening elements and existing shade. Add the main use periods so a specialist can assess the comfort question concretely.
Decide this before construction
Discuss glazing, shading and ventilation before finalising facade or roof openings. Coordinate required service routes before closing internal finishes.
Compare the complete intervention
Compare the complete comfort solution, including controls and maintenance. A lower glazing price says little if it creates a need for other measures or adaptations.
Cost factors for this service
Scale, available information, detail and agreed revisions affect the work.
Bring this to the discussion
Existing plans, photographs, wishes and the proposed change.
Questions about the work
Is a design drawing enough for construction?
Not always. Further dimensions, details, installation information and materials may be needed. Define each drawing's purpose.
The design situations here illustrate choices; they are not completed projects or a diagnosis of your property.