Designing Elevations

Elevation drawings, or elevations, show the vertical sur

faces of a stru ct ure . Interior elevations, discussed later in
earn to:
Chapter
d elements of design (Chapter 2) to creating eleva­ 16, show interior walls. Exterior elevation draw
tion drawings.
styles as options for roof design. ings show the entire front, sides, and rear of a structure.
ow styles in relation to elements of design and win­dow functions.
In this chapter, you will learn how to apply the elements of
ation design, considering style, size, and types of doors.
design to creating the exterior form of a building, includ
ing the selection of roof, window, and door styles.
The term "elevation" also refers to the vertical surfaces
themselves. Designing the elevations of a structure is only
one part of the total design process. However, the eleva
tion design reflects the part of the building that people
see. The entire structure maybe judged by the elevations.

Terms
eave line
elevation drawings fenestration
gable ground line overhang pitch
ridge line rise
run
slope (roof)

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