How to draw like an architect, pt.1 - The Floor Plan

[@howtoarchitect]

I'm going to guess that the resolution in photoshop is inferior when you save. CAD files are also vector files so they have no scale. Once in photoshop and finally saved the image is scaled relative to 'size' (pixels & document settings).

[@NoneFB]

When I learned to draw like this at University, we didn’t have that cool background music. So this is an improvement!

[@r.mercado9737]

Hi Mr. Doug! Although, it has been awhile since I visited your YT videos, which, I throughly enjoy. Are you currently producing videos? If so where can I find them? Many thanks! Semper Fi

[@deezynar]

ssive, as simeoneous said, every office does things a bit differently. I don't get involved in presentation drawings very often, but for CDs I use 2 different hatch (poche) patterns on all new construction. One pattern for masonry & another for frame. On additions & remodels, I use a third for existing frame walls & also show demolished walls as a light dashed line. A schedule shows everyone what the patterns are for. Wall thickness & other particulars get called out by keyed notes.

[@simian01]

@ssivve Not always, if they are drawn in a thick enough line weight they can be easily read as solid walls if left with no fill. Different architecture practices have different in-house styles. Also, it can depend on the scale of the drawing, or the information you wish to convey.

[@MatchstalkMan]

CAD - a Macintosh SE - priceless! I am producing floor plans for a school but I am cheating by not using AutoCAD or ArchiCAD. It take slonger but the accuracy does not have to be as exact as a professional architect plan. BTW, I'm not an architect, just an architect wannabe... TeeHee! I love the pointers and tips you give. It makes clear what I am doing, even though I never understood it until now. Kudos!

[@0MrENigma0]

Such a polished presentation! Very well done.

[@Aoudhubillahi]

Greetings of Peace. Great body of work, sir. Would like to ask a question about lineweights conversion into pixels exterior walls, interior walls, and furniture...and any other lineweights that I might benefit from knowing. I am working with Photoshop and professional animation software, however, not utilizing any Architectural programs. It is close to drafting by hand compared to CAD or SketchUp. So far I have switched between lineweights of 2 px and 5 px on a 36'x24' canvas

[@ssivve]

thanks man, on school they says that the walls must be filled for presentation and a little offset for approval on government documentation, i think its like you said, thanks man!

[@AwesomeCoasters]

The music is absolutely sublime ::) What's the name of this song?

[@epicsorrow29]

It is!! I'm majoring in architecture (university) & I love it, even though it needs alot of work & devotion +_+

[@howtoarchitect]

my thinking is that reutopia2 probably uses more than one layer, which is wise if you're not a zen master. thanks for the astonishing perceptiveness. I'll be sure to change my ways...

[@starrish]

Do people in this field still do a lot of hand drafting and detailing or use more AutoCad and Revit ?

[@ssivve]

hey man just one question, the walls always have to be filled?? nice videos!!!

[@noahvickrey5379]

I'm going to auburn for this. Can't wait to get out and actually do this as my career.

[@Namini11]

I'm an environmental design student and this was very helpful. thanks!

[@KineticFX]

How do you manage bring your hand lettering into your digital work?

[@less01]

Is that florplan done in VectorWorks... it looks like it

[@waulchristal]

hey for a beginner like me i am still in high school but didnt get to finish this class and i need help...how do you measure the distance for the wall

[@batyeh]

i like the handwriting! where can i learn it from

[@more_tezza]

What software is best for a beginner? I am a student, while i am trying to draw my plans in a month or so I understand that AutoCad could be too hard to learn quickly. I am trying to learn Archicad since it is easier to learn. But what is ur suggestion?

[@DEONTE3G]

Great Video How do you add the lettering in photoshop? Please send me a message. Thanks, love all your videos.

[@haroldkentdavid7754]

Which one is better Architecture or Civil Engineering???

[@epicsorrow29]

@bokee21 Hey Bokee! Being good at drawing is a bonus, especially when ur majoring in interior design, or any design field. & keep in mind the new drawing softwares that boost any doodle you draw on -for example- a media template. From my experience, it doesn't make a difference wither you know how to draw or not, as long as you practice!!! Your hand will get used to drawing professionally. Tip: Sketch out ur ideas as much as you can, also use good drawing tools. It's ALL about practice!

[@rmcdaniel423]

A separate wing for the "domestic help" and "thin" 2x6 inner walls. This is surely not a typical residential home.

[@urq121]

why is he so quick !

[@wonton_cutz542]

hi! is it possible to change my drawing from uhm...anime type to architecture drawing such as housing and model?

[@howtoarchitect]

I've only ever used those two.

[@jasanpahaf]

so ahh... what CAD software do you use for your computer drawings?

[@howtoarchitect]

@KineticFX scan and photoshop

[@acropetal]

nicely done man

[@Bear5177]

"Mudroom." I haven't heard that term used in a long time. Is it common where you work or live?

[@andrewcputra]

heloo sir, i want to ask what is the best laptop for architecture?

[@JB_SON]

Does anybody have a subtitles?^^ in english?

[@swallowedinthesea11]

believe it or not, but i design my floorplans, or shall i say the basic outlines, in Paint [yes, the default program, lol]. then move on to AutoCad. i find it much easier than doodling on paper for some reason.

[@abhiseksharma82]

want to learn how to start making plan :P

[@pravnav]

did you ever learn

[@epicsorrow29]

@bokee21 AutoCAD. It's easy & a 2D & 3D interface. 3DS MAX is more advanced, but gives better looking 3D objects ( still images & animation).

[@RozanAlkulaib]

hello anyone can help me start drawing section ?

[@HeatherWalt]

Can you recommend a software product you like best to make these designs?

[@Vongaming12]

Heather Walt revit

[@ajihaa]

auto cad

[@bhsdeca]

awesome architect man

[@commanderdee]

This helps wat i can do in the future tnx u

[@SomeDanishKid]

I love these videos!

[@originxnovice]

my fav vid of yours

[@Crittek]

Would I learn stuff like this in college? I have a good imagination and good in 3D and other CAD software but I am a crap at drawing. I'm freaking myself out because I'll be starting in like 4 months.

[@uncleben2207]

BlazarK how was it? do you need good drawing skills?

[@jferg88]

awesome!

[@ultrapokesim]

@howtoarchitect Foyer? Ive heard people call it Foyer (Foy-ay), but others call it Foyer (Foy-er). I know Foyer is french so it could be (Foy-ay). In English its pronounced (Foy-er). Which way is it???? I wish to be a architect but this question bothers me.

[@starrish]

Can't wait to see the elevation...got me all curious now :D

[@AlexVyndyukFilms]

thanks it is really helpful...

[@more_tezza]

haha i am now fully efficient in ArchiCAD (doing professional drafting jobs) but thanks for the reply!

[@sacramentoapartments]

Interesting.

[@farahsyahidaVEVO]

i can draw but not like architect style.So can i be an architect??

[@ssivve]

@simeoneous tthanks man!

[@camerontice1602]

same here

[@xilreaperxil6052]

Use archigod

[@fatanasov]

thx a lot =D

[@GalacticGuru42]

nice presentation, although I don't imagine you are still using CAD, hand lettering, photoshop, and illustrator to produce a single drawing, since you do it all in one piece of software these days... BTW: it's spelled poché not poche' and I believe you meant to say perimeter not parameter.

[@SasukeNukenin]

Use Google SketchUp.

[@nester7mvp]

thats the shit right dere!!!

[@NathanielGregg-kg4my]

The architect will ask the architectural illustrator to prepare a full scale mock up to meet his and the clieñts approval the model will give the client some idea what he is purchasing and the architect some idea what he is designing

[@hasansinger52]

but sooooooo cool

[@rodgerpiercearchitect]

…‘ the parameters of the building ‘

[@lakifus958]

well i do technick drawing in my school but im a machinist

[@masterpixild6449]

Seems simple enough.

[@sulaimansagaby9113]

gooooooood

[@hollyk7980]

I hate the way this video zooms in and out and constantly moves. It's very difficult to concentrate on and just tough to follow. Too bad too. It's a nice design and well done work.

[@bennnnnjmennnnn]

couldnt help but notice how you pronounced foyer....... nice vid though

[@hasansinger52]

I dont have all the tools I'm just a kid

[@110buttermilk6]

Hasan Singer,same here

[@susandomingo3695]

Im a kid but i can do this for my family there poor

[@matty02102]

I'm 12 and all the lads in my class simply wanna "be the best footballer in the world" and all I wanna do is be an architect lol

[@uncleben2207]

matthew sayers you're 16 now you still planning to do that?

[@pravnav]

ur 22 or 23 now hows life

[@RAHMATHALIAr]

Who said??? Auto Cad is Damn Simple

[@girlfriendgetaways2816]

NO ONE USES PLASTER ANYMORE! Honestly I can see from your plans that you do not have an active knowledge of the construction process. Drywall with sheetrock mud on top. It is lighter, more cost effective and significantly easier to repair. I have been in construction for 20 years and in all that time, I have only ever ripped out and replaced plaster. I am now in school to learn how to draw my own plans because architects routinely do not understand the construction process, material cost or the reality of what they have drawn. We would never install a stone floor. Masons are insanely expensive and the prep work would need to begin before you even pour the foundation. I do not see a foundation noting the 6 in drop in foundation to accommodate the drawing. It is a similar drop to creating a zero entry shower. I wish my instructor had a better understanding of the modern work force so we did not get such antiquated videos.

[@gustavolapa1453]

Drawing is good, but i think the distribution have a lot of problems. Bad design.

[@stefanlicht]

how can your possible draw that good but wright that badly. xD btw nice vids.

[@awsomebluecats]

Perameter!;p

[@crhea97]

I drew a huge mansion front view.... Not like an architect it was a a sketch

[@canadian201]

i think autocad

[@roackmai]

nice work but u are not teaching