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Feb 14, ’10 12:26 AM

Ground rules for Elevations, Building Sections, and Interior Elevations.

Layer Set Concept

  1. The model is live and unlocked.

Setup

  1. Place section and elevation markers in plan as needed.

Drawing References

  1. Use linked detail markers tied to the specific drawing on a layout.
  2. Do not use source markers for any wall sections as these are developed separately.

3D

  1. Maintain live linked sections to the building model through the life of the project. Remember that appearance of the section is determined both by section attributes of the elements shown, as well as overlay attributes determined by the section tool itself.
  2. Element settings: Utilize element fills cut directly from the model to convey sectional properties.
  3. Section tool settings: Utilize the “uniform pens” settings wherever possible so the overall appearance is consistent.
  4. Profiles are an excellent way to develop an additional level of detail in the building section. They are also handy because they can be updated throughout the life of the project as details develop. Refer to the Profiler Tips and Tricks for some pointers on how to maximize their potential.

2D

  1. Use heavy outlines towards the end of the CD phase once most of the structure and spaces are fully developed.
  2. Add lines and fills as needed to assist with presentation, but utilize the 3D model as much as is sensible.
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Floor Plan

Feb 14, ’10 12:25 AM

Ground rules for Floor Plans

Layer Set Concept

  1. As many different layer sets as needed to produce drawings.
  2. Different layers and corresponding sets should be used for drawings of a different scale.

3D

  1. If you are drawing an element that will be seen in any other drawing in the set, model it.  This live feedback loop is critical to minimizing mistakes.
  2. Use the graphic control of “model view options”, story display and built-in display functions of library parts to enhance the 2D appearance of the plan as you model the building.
  3. The ArchiCAD library parts are quite good at providing a high level of 2D control.

2D work: Notes, lines, fills, etc…

  1. Exhaust 3D capabilities before you begin to add fills and lines to elements in the model.
  2. Think of 2D work as something static that will live on its own apart from a changing and developing model.
  3. “Model view options” allows a surprisingly high degree of graphic control of the plan view – you may not need to augment at all.
  4. Be sure you have explored all these options before deciding to paint the plans with lots of 2D graphics.  Use composite walls to enhance the amount of detail needed.

download: A 11 FLOOR PLAN

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Pens

Nov 25, ’09 11:11 PM

A bit about the BDA pen tables for ArchiCAD.

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Layer Lingo

May 14, ’09 11:33 PM
NOMENCLATURE KEY FOR LAYER LIST
VESDView, Elevation, Section, Detailtypically sharing the same Layer Combination
2DTypically means "Plans", but often means "lines, arcs, splines, fills"a plan knows only X and Y
3DVESD drawings - more than just axon and perspectiveany drawing that knows about Z
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Layers

May 6, ’09 11:46 PM
PREFIX KEY FOR LAYER LIST
!Used once for A-grid, throwing it to the top of the list.
+Drawing or annotation, no model, printed
OOption layers. Create as needed to temporarily store options. When an option is selected, move the selected option's elements to the correct A-layers, and delete any remaining O-layers.
A, C, D, F, L, M, P, S, etc.Architectural, Civil, Demo, Finish, Landscape, Plumbing, Structural
VSpecific to visualizaton or rendering.
XSpecific to software processes, not printed.
ZSpecific to building or design processes, not printed.
SUFFIX KEY FOR LAYER LIST
no suffixGood for both 3d and 2d printing and modeling at any paper scale
-12, 24, 48, 96, etcShorthand for annotation layers unique to a particular paper scale.
12 = 1"
24 = 1/2"
48 = 1/4"
96 = 1/8" and so forth
-2A unique 2d layer, for plan output only. No 3d content.
-3A unique 3d layer, for VESD output only, not for plan.
NameWhat goes hereUsage Notes
ArchiCAD LayerNothing!Do not use
!-gridCenterlines, layout lines, regulating lines, calculations, gridUsually just the ArchiCAD grid object.
Usually printed.
This is an important layer in that it communicates design intent.
+A-dimsDimensions for primary Arch plan, and all Section, Elevation, and Detail drawingsSee our dimension groundrules for additional information.
+A-entourageEntourage for the plans, sections, and elevations
+A-misc line-esdFills and Line work for Elevations, Sections, and Details
+A-notePrimary annotation layer - 1/4" A plan, and all SED drawingsDon't note scale on primary annotation layer
+A-note-241/2" A plan notes and annotationsUnique plan type = unique note layer
+A-note-961/8" A plan notes and annotationsUnique plan type = unique note layer
+A-note-rcpNotes for the RCP
+A-revnRevision annotations. Append appropriate revision number.See our notes on construction administration document management for more information.
+C-cntrDrawn new contours - not mesh
+C-cntr.EDrawn existing contours - not mesh
+C-dimsDimensions - civil
+C-fillsFills for the site plan
+C-footprintFoundation perimeter on site plan
+C-leglSite Boundaries
+C-note-site-240Notes for the Site Plan, contour labels
+C-note-siteexistingNotes for the Existing Site Plan
+C-roofHouse Roof or Plan on Site Plan (Library patch)
+E-note-elecNotes for the Electrical Plan, switching path
+F-note-fnshNotes for the Floor Finish Plan
+F-note-furnNotes for the Furniture Plan
+FP-note-egrssNotes for the Fire Egress Plan
+FP-zone-codeCode zones
+S-noteNotes for the framing plan, fills for bearing walls
+Z-se-hideSED markers you want to hide
+Z-zone-netZones for the room labels and area calcs
+Z-bsmarkers for building sections
+Z-detlmarkers for details
+Z-elevmarkers for exterior elevations
+Z-intelmarkers for interior elevations
+Z-wsmarkers for wall sections
A-cbntCabinets, counters, cubbies, closets, built-ins
A-cbnt-3Same as above, but only for VESD
A-clngCeilings, ACT, overhead stuff
A-florStructural floor slabCompare F-flor
A-roofStructural roof slabCompare F-roof
A-soffPlan and 3D (coffer and clip lines, for example)
A-soff-33d only (exterior soffit, for example)
A-strsTread, stringer
A-strs-railNewel, railingHide in structure plan
A-wallInterior, exterior, load-bearing or not
A-wall-fndnTo control wall cleanup with other A-wallsIntersection number controlled by layerset
A-wall-siteTo control wall cleanup with other A-wallsIntersection number controlled by layerset
C-urban ctxtAdjacent massing of buildings, roads, walks, vehiclesLike V-3D but at larger scale
C-utilitySite drainage and utilities
D-demo elementsDemo elements, temporarily hidden elementsA trash can you don't empty
E-fixt-22d symbols of wall, floor stuff - display in EP onlySymbols only. EP only
E-fixt-3Modeled wall, floor stuff - display in EP, and VESDModeled fixtures, switches, devices. EP and VESD
E-fixt-clng-22D symbols - display in EP, RCP onlySame and E-fixt-2 but shows in RCP also.
E-fixt-clng-3Modeled ceiling stuff - display in EP, RCP, and VESDSame and E-fixt-3 but shows in RCP also.
F-applAppliances, equipment, and such
F-deckDecks, porches, pools, etc.Rarely used
F-fin2Finish fills for CD (usually not the entire surface)
F-florFinish floor in 3D
F-furn
F-gutrGutter and Downspout
F-roofRoofing, valley and ridge articulationCompare A-roof
F-specialtiesShower doors, toilet partitions, display boards, mirrorsMostly commercial stuff, except for shower glass
F-trim-hiInterior and exterior (cornice and such)Show in RCP
F-trim-loInterior and exterior (bases and such)
F-trim-midInterior and exterior (wainscot, decorative columns)No decorative columns in Structural Plan
L-car
L-hardscapeRoads, walks, ground gutters, pavementAll paved hardscape except site walls
L-gradeSite mesh
L-grade.ESite mesh - existing conditionsPreserves existing contours for cut/fill analysis
L-tree.DTree to be removed
L-tree-maj.EExisting trees
L-tree-minMinor tree, understory
M-ductBD library has duct tools
M-fixtMech stuff plan only (air handler and duct symbols)
M-fixt-3Mech stuff in 3D (registers and grilles, for example)
M-fixt-clngTo display in EP, RCP
M-fixt-clng-3To display in EP, RCP, and 3D
O-opt1..2..3Design optionsA place to keep schematic design options on a single layer. Distribute elements to correct layers once the option is selected, otherwise, delete.
P-fixtPlan and 3D, shower pan, faucet, sink
S-beamStructural beam. Control 3D/section display in object settings.
S-col-stlStructural column, steelShow in Foundation Plan
S-col-wdStructural column, woodShow in Framing Plan, not Foundation Plan
S-frmg-2Joists, 2D fill
S-frmg-3Modeled joists and rafters - optional and as needed
S-ftngFooting. Use dotted line for the slab.
V-33D required stuff that would compromise plan clarity
V-lightSun, skyobjects
V-LW-lightArtificial illumination for rendering
V-LW-sky"North light" for rendering
V-3-people3D peopleTo toggle off intensive 3D elements
X-bitmapScanned pictureAlways place scanned input into the model at correct scale. Unique content requires a unique layer. See the wiki for differences between "figures" and "drawings" placed as bitmaps.
X-SEO-genlGeneral SEO operatorsAll SEO hidden elements live here, except for site-related.
X-SEO-siteSite cutting SEO operators Any site-mesh cutting element lives here.
Z-gdlTest and create objects, symbol line types and fills
Z-grossGross area calculation fill - don't use zone.
Z-measureOther area calcs and measurements - usually a fill.
Z-moduleHome story for incoming modules
Z-xxxSpecial use
Z-xxxSpecial use
under consideration
A-flueFlue parts
A-fireplaceFirebox and chimney parts
A-chimney-3Chimney parts VESD only
F-deck-2Deck surface P only
A-deck-3Deck surface VESD only
A-deck-railingDeck railingHide in structure plan
E-fixt-ext-3Toggle on extr fixtures for 1/4" exterior elevationsToggle off for 1/4" building sections
E-fixt-ext-clg-3Toggle on ext ceiling fixtures for RCPToggle off for 1/4" building sections
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