Architectural scale

This post looks at Understanding Scales and Scale Drawings, scale bars, and how to present your drawings at different scales

Many students struggle with understanding scale and using a scale ruler is essential. Discover how to use a scale ruler effectively.

When you start architecture school you will hear people talk about scale and scale rulers. Most of the time they will assume you know what this is and won't tell you how to use an architectural scale ruler. You might spend weeks not knowing what a scale ruler is and even if you do, what the heck you’re supposed to do with it. The thing is, it’s one of the most critical drawing tools you’re going to use. READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE…

To understand what exactly a scale bar is and how it aides in drawing and map representation, we must firstly understand what scale is itself .

Architectural Scale & Scaled Drawing Guide - Architectural drawing scales and scaled drawings can be a difficult subject to understand, especially for new students (and even clients) that have not experienced them or had the need to use them before. Scale is important because it enables us to recognize the relationship between a drawing or physical model and the reality of its real world size.

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As we move deeper into the drawing set, the information becomes more precise. The interior elevations are drawn at 1/2"=1'-0" and show finishes, cabinetry, fittings and equipment. They help us compose the walls of each space and coordinate the relationship of the interior elements to the human scale (note the figure drawn in the doorway for reference).

This post looks at Understanding Scales and Scale Drawings, scale bars, and how to present your drawings at different scales