Design Process Flashcards
(18 cards)
Why is it important for architects to archive design changes?
To maintain a clear, chronological design history that helps avoid repeating past decisions and enables quick reference during discussions or disputes.
What are some modern methods for design archiving?
Digital folders, consistent dating systems (e.g. YYMMDD), and integration with meeting minutes.
Why is a dating system important in design documentation?
It ensures logical organization and easy tracking of design iterations.
What should be coordinated with the design archive?
Meeting notes should use the same dating system to align discussions with specific design iterations.
Why is stakeholder input important in the design process?
Diverse input leads to better designs and ensures that all requirements, including funding and code compliance, are met.
What are ways to include stakeholder feedback?
Open access to design documents, regular meetings, and structured review timelines.
What does clarity of the design process involve?
Clear timelines, milestones, and expectations for drawing completeness at each stage.
Why is process clarity important?
It helps all participants understand their responsibilities and ensures smooth project execution.
What is the key difference between design drawings and construction drawings?
Design drawings convey ideas and aesthetics, while construction drawings are legal documents for building.
What should construction drawings focus on?
Precise, buildable information without ambiguity or evocative elements like non-functional poche.
How do project delivery methods impact drawing packages?
Each method (e.g., design-bid-build, design-build, fast-track) requires different drawing sets at different times.
What is unique about the fast-track delivery method?
Drawings are released in sequential packages during construction, requiring precise timing and coordination.
What is the typical order of a drawing set?
Title sheet, civil, landscape, demo, architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, fire protection, and specialties.
Why is consistent drawing organization important?
It allows users (contractors, code officials) to find needed information quickly and reduces risk of miscommunication.
What is the typical order within an architectural drawing set?
Title sheet, site plans, floor plans, elevations, sections, wall sections, interior elevations, details, schedules.
Why are details and schedules placed at the end of the set?
They provide precise, project-specific info after the general layout and materiality are established.
When might drawing organization deviate from standard practice?
In small projects, to make information easier to find on-site; in large projects, due to complexity and dedicated roles.
How does scale affect drawing organization?
Small projects may combine elements for clarity, while large projects require strict order and documentation systems.
