2D CAD and Sheet Drafting is the process of creating precise technical drawings using computer-aided design software for construction documentation and fabrication. These drawings include floor plans, elevations, sections, details, and specialized sheets that communicate design intent and construction requirements. This documentation supports construction projects by providing contractors with accurate dimensional data, material specifications, and assembly instructions. Despite advances in BIM technology, 2D drafting remains essential for specific construction documentation needs, permit submissions, shop drawings, and specialized fabrication instructions where clarity and precision are paramount.

We provide comprehensive 2D drawing packages including architectural plans (floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, roof plans), elevations (exterior and interior), building sections, wall sections, construction details, millwork details, enlarged plans, assembly diagrams, and site plans. We also produce specialized drawings such as finish plans, furniture layouts, equipment plans, path-of-travel diagrams, and code analysis sheets. Additionally, we develop comprehensive schedules (door, window, finish, hardware), general notes, symbols legends, and specification sheets. Each drawing type follows industry standards for scale, annotation, dimensioning, and graphical representation.

We maintain accuracy and consistency through systematic quality control processes. We implement standardized drafting procedures with established template files, title blocks, drawing standards, dimension styles, and annotation systems. Our workflow includes layering conventions that organize information consistently across all sheets. We employ regular cross-referencing checks to verify alignment between plans, elevations, and sections. For complex projects, we utilize drawing set management tools that track interdependencies between sheets and automatically flag discrepancies. Additionally, we conduct systematic quality reviews at multiple project stages with formal verification procedures before document release.

We utilize industry-standard CAD platforms including AutoCAD, AutoCAD Architecture, Microstation, DraftSight, and BricsCAD for primary drafting production. For specialized applications, we employ discipline-specific software such as AutoCAD MEP for mechanical systems, AutoCAD Electrical for electrical documentation, and AutoCAD Civil 3D for site work. Our team is proficient in file translation between various formats (DWG, DXF, DGN, PDF) to accommodate client workflows and consultant coordination. We maintain multiple software versions to ensure compatibility with various project requirements and collaborative environments.

We manage the BIM-to-CAD transition through established extraction workflows that maintain data integrity. For BIM-originated projects, we export 2D documentation directly from models using optimized view templates and annotation settings. These extractions are then refined in CAD environments with additional detailing, annotations, and sheet composition. For hybrid workflows, we implement reference linking systems where CAD documentation is associated with BIM data to maintain synchronization when design changes occur. Our processes include clear version control protocols to track drawing iterations and change management systems to document modifications between BIM updates.

Our 2D drawings provide comprehensive detail appropriate to project phase and document purpose. Construction documents include complete dimensional information, material specifications, assembly instructions, and reference notations. Details typically range from 1:100 scale for general arrangements to 1:5 or 1:2 for critical connections and assemblies. We implement industry-standard annotation systems including dimension strings, elevation markers, section indicators, detail references, and material hatching. Our documentation includes appropriate general notes, key plans, and coordination references to ensure complete information context, with specialized call-outs for critical construction requirements and performance specifications.

We maintain systematic revision management for all 2D documentation. Each drawing includes a revision block recording change history with dates and descriptions. Active revisions are identified through clouding with appropriate revision tags, ensuring changes are clearly visible. For document sets, we maintain comprehensive revision logs tracking modifications across all sheets. Our file management system preserves version history, allowing reference to previous iterations when needed. For construction administration, we produce targeted update packages containing only modified sheets with clear change identification, facilitating efficient contractor implementation while maintaining complete record documentation.

We provide 2D CAD documentation in multiple formats to meet various project requirements. Standard deliverables include native CAD files (typically DWG format), universally readable DXF files, PDF sets at multiple resolutions (both for digital review and printing), and traditional hard copies when required. For enhanced usability, we can provide navigable PDF sets with bookmarks, hyperlinks between related drawings, and layer controls. We can also deliver specialized formats for facilities management integration, digital plan rooms, or contractor management systems. All deliverables are organized according to industry-standard sheet numbering conventions with comprehensive drawing indexes.