Working drawings are the technical bridge between an architectural design and a built building. Their quality directly affects the accuracy of builder quotes, the efficiency of construction, and the final quality of the built outcome.
What Is Included in a Working Drawing Set?
A comprehensive working drawing set for a residential project includes:
- Site plan — footprint, setbacks, levels, services
- Floor plans — dimensions, rooms, fixed furniture
- Elevations — all faces, materials, heights
- Sections — internal relationships, ceiling heights
- Window/door schedules and specifications
- Large-scale construction details
Why Documentation Quality Matters
When a builder encounters unclear instructions on site, they must either stop and ask (causing delays) or make a decision themselves. Thorough documentation eliminates ambiguity and reduces variations during construction.
PD Studio's Documentation Standard
PD Studio produces all working drawings in ArchiCAD, a leading BIM platform. Our documentation standard has been developed and refined over more than 600 completed projects.