How tile roofs are installed
Once the house’s frame is in place, it’s time to put the roof cladding on. Whether this goes on before external walls are erected...
How a house frame is erected
After the site’s been fully prepared and the foundations have been put in place, the next step is to begin to put wall and...
Putting in a slab or stumps
Once the building site’s been properly cleared, prepared and secured, it’s finally time to start building your house! This begins with what’s called the...
Floor plan abbreviations and symbols
Floor plans, site plans, elevations and other architectural diagrams are generally pretty self explanatory - but the devil's often in the details. It's not...
Elevations, framing plans, wall sections, and shadow diagrams
As well as site and floor plans, there are several other types of diagrams you're likely to see to support the design of a...
How to read floor plans
If you’re getting a house built, a floor plan is probably the most detailed and important part of the drafting process - and it's...
How to read site plans
A site plan is a document that precisely maps out the area of the building site to scale. Generally speaking there are two site...
How to read house plans & diagrams
House plans are drawn up by the architect or building designer to tell the builder exactly what needs to be built. Learn how to...
How to consult with an architect or building designer
Most architects and building designers will do a great job of explaining and guiding you through the process - but having a clear understanding...
Should I renovate or demolish?
If you're buying an old house, the choice between renovating and demolishing can be a hard one. Here are a few of the things...