Detailing Flashcards
What are the two main types of details in a CD set?
Emblematic details and specific details.
What is the purpose of emblematic details?
To represent a typical condition that can be inferred in other locations.
What is the purpose of specific details?
To depict unique conditions that cannot be inferred elsewhere in the drawings.
Why are details important in communicating design intent?
They translate schematic and design development ideas into precise construction instructions.
What should a good detail show about materials?
Material relationships, attachment methods, and how they handle movement and weather.
What’s the key concern in exterior detailing?
Keeping water out using flashing, overlaps, and movement joints.
What does interior detailing typically focus on?
Finish materials, fire ratings, acoustics, and material junctions.
What are key window and door detailing concerns?
Controlling water with flashing and drip edges, and allowing structural movement.
Why are stair details emphasized?
To ensure code compliance for egress, ADA, handrails, risers, and guardrails.
What do millwork details convey?
Specific connections and finishes not represented elsewhere, mainly for finish carpenters.
Why are roofing details crucial?
They show how to maintain water tightness, especially at terminations and penetrations.
What is a boilerplate detail?
A generic, reusable detail that provides legal and quality expectations.
Why might civil and landscape details contain boilerplate content?
To address standard conditions like drainage or planting, while maintaining legal clarity.
How are structural details different?
They coordinate with multiple disciplines and sometimes serve as emblematic or boilerplate references.
What is a combination detail?
A detail showing the interaction of systems typically drawn separately (e.g., curtain wall mullions and concrete joints).
Why should details not be duplicated excessively?
To avoid inconsistency and reduce errors when changes occur.
How should window head, jamb, and sill be detailed?
Together and in sequence to show complete water protection strategies.
Why group detail drawings together in alignment?
To help understand system continuity, like from parapet to footing.
Who are the key audiences for stair details?
Contractors and code officials (for egress and ADA compliance).
Why do civil drawings heavily involve code officials?
To verify proper water management and infrastructure load compliance.
